Jaunty Red Shoes
Lately, my family of origin has been having a pretty terrible time. There has been very serious health problems and lots of very hard news. Yesterday was a low point, leaving me (and all the other members of my family) feeling extremely fragile. Today my Mother, Michaela and I took ourselves off to a beautiful nursery/cafe to sit in the sun, and be fed lunch. It is amazing how restorative such simple pleasures can be. Therapy ended up encompassing a purchase of these shoes.
How could I leave them behind – they had all my favourite colours, and were predominantly red.
There was one arguement for leaving them behind – my friend Debbie (who is in another state at the moment) bought a pair of these when she was down the coast about a month ago. Will you forgive me Debbie – even thinking of your pair, I still could not fight “the wanties”?
November 6th, 2009 at 10:35 pm
Oh Claire, I’m so sorry to hear this news… ((hugs)) from one end of Melbourne to the next. The shoes are adorable, and a great little pick-me-up.
I have to say, reading Matching Pegs is a pick-me-up for ME! I love your turn of phrase.. “family of origin” and “the wanties”… just gorgeous.
Here’s hoping you are wearing those shoes on happier days.
November 7th, 2009 at 12:09 pm
Even in Queensland I spotted my shoes!!!!!!! A roster will have to be organised…… I’ve decided to start a blog for 2010, but the name I wanted has already been taken. Talk to you when I get back.
November 7th, 2009 at 12:18 pm
I’m so sorry to hear that things have hit a low. Please know that you and yours are in my thoughts (for what that’s worth).
2009’s been such a topsy turvy year in the personal lives of so many people I know. Let’s hope 2010 is more stable.
November 7th, 2009 at 12:19 pm
Oh!
I meant to say: those shoes are adorable! (and you have lovely feet, too!)
November 10th, 2009 at 5:46 pm
love the shoes even though i dont ‘do’ red. i need a new pair of summer shoes desperately….
been thinking of you through the week. big hugs to you
November 11th, 2009 at 11:33 pm
Hey Claire, I’ve just managed to get around to reading your blog and I’m so sorry to hear that there has been more sad news. I’ll try and give you a ring tomorrow. Hugs & Kisses from US! Oh……….and I LOVE the shoes! Do we have the same size feet?
November 17th, 2009 at 10:07 pm
Those shoes are amazing! I hope things are improving