The other "shoes" thread

[funkkjunkie]

luv, you know zappos has crocs, right? Shipped to your door free with free return shipping. The man at the shoe store asked me if I wanted a job. A lady was looking for shoes but her, oh so impatient, man was with her. She said she had heel pain. Well, that's all it took and i was trying to convince her this was where she needed to shop.

[Belle]

I figure if I pack them I wont need them;)


Here is a pair for Kitten

http://www.funrainboots.com/sitebuilder/images/bkittypink2-85x106.jpg

and one I am considering if I bring boots

http://di1.shopping.com/images/di/59/6b/42/6e5f33316b356273476752566669484b754767-100x100-0-0.jpg

Check out Jeffrey Campbell boots if you havent, he has some great flats too.

[stlbarb]

I figure if I pack them I wont need them;)


Here is a pair for Kitten

http://www.funrainboots.com/sitebuilder/images/bkittypink2-85x106.jpg

and one I am considering if I bring boots

http://di1.shopping.com/images/di/59/6b/42/6e5f33316b356273476752566669484b754767-100x100-0-0.jpg

Check out Jeffrey Campbell boots if you havent, he has some great flats too.

those are gorgeous - i have boot envy.
the one year i couldn't find my shrimp boots before we left home and it r**ned 1st weekend - we forced friends to bring them 2nd weekend and the sun was out the whole time. they used to make me drag them inside fest too - worked for many year, then about 3 years ago the magic wore off. so now i bring cute boots, but i'd trade them for yours.

[bluedog]

he said we don't have mobic here so I got some other kind...have to fill it today.

BTW, check out my new cowboy hats for fest!! The Corona one says Peace, love and happiness around the Corona logo....and it's pink :)
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q242/coronaluver/corona-lovepeacehappiness.jpg

and then this one I like cuz of the stones:
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q242/coronaluver/pinkcowboyhat.jpg

cute hat! and it seems like it's TOTALLY "you"!


Was looking at the Crocs site today. They have some cute new styles for the summer. I also found out that they have r**n boots. great! I'll have to check those out too!

I figure if I pack them I wont need them


LOL ain't that the truth?

cute boots BTW

[blumom]

Try birkis, Corona. You'll be surprised. Get them now so they'll be all broke in!

[stlbarb]

5 daylight hours without a shoe post? must be a record.

[luvdancin]

5 daylight hours without a shoe post? must be a record.

This is the second time you've tracked a long lull in this thread. It must be your favorite. ;) :D :eek:

[luvdancin]

luv, you know zappos has crocs, right? Shipped to your door free with free return shipping. The man at the shoe store asked me if I wanted a job. A lady was looking for shoes but her, oh so impatient, man was with her. She said she had heel pain. Well, that's all it took and i was trying to convince her this was where she needed to shop.

Oh yes, I'm intimately familiar with Zappos and all the brands on it--so is my credit card. I was just looking at the site, but then I buy on Zappos. Makes a lot more sense. But you guys also had me curious about ebay. I think I am the only American who has never looked at the site, much less bought anything on it. Very cool. You can also get a wide variety of Airwalks (just like Crocs) on there. I have two bids in right now on shoes. Help me Lord.:eek:

[funkkjunkie]

Oh, gawd, i'm an ebay junkkie. I am currently in the middle of a ban I had to put on myself because the jewelry purchases were getting out of control. I'm a Native American jewelry freak and I've bought several pieces on ebay. Before that it was glasses. I was looking for some cateye glasses to have made into sunglasses and then I noticed old drinking glasses from the 40s-60s. So now i have about 20 different sets in my house and garage. I like to think of it as an investment.

[Belle]

Oh, gawd, i'm an ebay junkkie. I am currently in the middle of a ban I had to put on myself because the jewelry purchases were getting out of control. I'm a Native American jewelry freak and I've bought several pieces on ebay. Before that it was glasses. I was looking for some cateye glasses to have made into sunglasses and then I noticed old drinking glasses from the 40s-60s. So now i have about 20 different sets in my house and garage. I like to think of it as an investment.

I use it from time to time. Usually for instuments for my kids. I am bidding on a great vintage JF tank top. I hope I get it but I do have my price when I was not there but the art work is great and its never been worn LOL

[stlbarb]

Oh, gawd, i'm an ebay junkkie. I am currently in the middle of a ban I had to put on myself because the jewelry purchases were getting out of control. I'm a Native American jewelry freak and I've bought several pieces on ebay. Before that it was glasses. I was looking for some cateye glasses to have made into sunglasses and then I noticed old drinking glasses from the 40s-60s. So now i have about 20 different sets in my house and garage. I like to think of it as an investment.

i've weened myself also. but occassionally relaspe. its especially dangerous when i drink & bid.

i did get a cute new sundress for fest on ebay last month.

[Corona]

wearing my Teve mush thongs right now....I'm in love :)

[Orleansnj]

MEEEE toooooo !! They are so great !!!!!

I love shoes...

[Corona]

MEEEE toooooo !! They are so great !!!!!

I love shoes...
YOU are another chica I'm dying to meet...mah shoe ho' sistah ;)

[Orleansnj]

tanx ! That's a lot of pressure ! Ha ha ha ha......

shoe ho's rule the world.

[luvdancin]

shoe ho's rule the world.

Amen!!!!!!!!!!!
Well, I am no longer an ebay virgin and guess what my first purchase was...shoes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:eek:

[Zydekitten]

I figure if I pack them I wont need them;)


Here is a pair for Kitten

http://www.funrainboots.com/sitebuilder/images/bkittypink2-85x106.jpg

and one I am considering if I bring boots

http://di1.shopping.com/images/di/59/6b/42/6e5f33316b356273476752566669484b754767-100x100-0-0.jpg

Check out Jeffrey Campbell boots if you havent, he has some great flats too.
Oooh, those are tewtally cute!!!

:D

[Zydekitten]

Amen!!!!!!!!!!!
Well, I am no longer an ebay virgin and guess what my first purchase was...shoes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:eek:

Welcome to the Hotel eBay - you can check out, but you can never leave!!

I just got a cool new Moonbeam Big Ben alarm clock and a new Panasonic cordless phone on eBay.

Love, love, love it!! :D

[Zydekitten]

Oh, gawd, i'm an ebay junkkie. I am currently in the middle of a ban I had to put on myself because the jewelry purchases were getting out of control. I'm a Native American jewelry freak and I've bought several pieces on ebay. Before that it was glasses. I was looking for some cateye glasses to have made into sunglasses and then I noticed old drinking glasses from the 40s-60s. So now i have about 20 different sets in my house and garage. I like to think of it as an investment.

Oh yesssssss, I've gotten some excellent Native American jewelry pieces on eBay, as well as vintage sunglasses. [jonesin']

[Amy Winette]

I love all those boots but they just seem too HOT for fest!

[pokerchick66]

I love all those boots but they just seem too HOT for fest!

I agree! Flips, man.

[peteup]

Just love it when girls talk shoes.

[Zbonnie]

Just love it when girls talk shoes.As soon as I saw your name listed under new posts, I wondered "What's a guy doing on that thread?":confused:

[peteup]

As soon as I saw your name listed under new posts, I wondered "What's a guy doing on that thread?":confused:

Jus' having fun, z-bon. Girls 'n shoes...hehehehehe...dangerous territory.

[Corona]

Jus' having fun, z-bon. Girls 'n shoes...hehehehehe...dangerous territory.
hee hee...hi Pete! Welcome :)

Wahoo to luvdancin for gettin' on the ebay bus :) Bidding on a sweet Fossil watch right now but da b*tches keep upping the price on each other...don't they know to WAIT until the end to bid...ya keep the price down that way. Makes me completely insane when they do that..the only one who benefits from that is the seller.....rant over... (sigh)

[where yat brah]

WAIT until the end to bid...ya keep the price down that way. Makes me completely insane when they do that..the only one who benefits from that is the seller.....rant over... (sigh)

SNIPER......but true

[rosetree]

As soon as I saw your name listed under new posts, I wondered "What's a guy doing on that thread?":confused:
What?? You don't think that guys lurk here??? ;)

[Goose]

wearing my Teve mush thongs right now....I'm in love :)

I love them also. Aren't they the best? :)

[Belle]

What?? You don't think that guys lurk here??? ;)

The guys are the ones with foot fetishes we on the other leg have shoe fetishes. :D All are welcome!

[pokerchick66]

hee hee...hi Pete! Welcome :)

...don't they know to WAIT until the end to bid...

Ezzactly!

[pokerchick66]

Wootyhoo!! I just got my Tevas and they feel SOOOO GOOD. Man, these are some awesome flips. I love the built-in arch support.

I did have to order a size bigger than what I normally wear. I found they ran a little small. And these are perfect!

My feet are happy. :D

[Goose]

Wootyhoo!! I just got my Tevas and they feel SOOOO GOOD. Man, these are some awesome flips. I love the built-in arch support.

I did have to order a size bigger than what I normally wear. I found they ran a little small. And these are perfect!

My feet are happy. :D

Yay Poker! Glad your feet are happy... :) Welcome to the Teva Mush thong club!

[pokerchick66]

Yay Poker! Glad your feet are happy... :) Welcome to the Teva Mush thong club!

I like that club! http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o231/monica7966/woohoo.gif

[stlbarb]

wow, almost 2 days with no shoe posts????

i received an email from paypal about 20% off of slect onoline shops.
one of them is shoebuy.com. it has no tax & free shipping, free return shipping and a price match guarantee that refunds 110% of the difference.

has anybody shopped them? they have naturalizers, one of my fav brands due to a good fit of my foot.

https://paypal.promotionexpert.com/greatshopping/signup/200703_4/email.html

[Corona]

SNIPER......but true
guilty....I use ezsnipe...it works pretty well.

[luvdancin]

wow, almost 2 days with no shoe posts????

i received an email from paypal about 20% off of slect onoline shops.
one of them is shoebuy.com. it has no tax & free shipping, free return shipping and a price match guarantee that refunds 110% of the difference.

has anybody shopped them? they have naturalizers, one of my fav brands due to a good fit of my foot.

https://paypal.promotionexpert.com/greatshopping/signup/200703_4/email.html

Just checked out shoebuy.com. I like Zappos better. I think Zappos has more variety and better prices.

[ohio]

Ok, here's a new shoe that I am trying out: Spira walking shoes. Spira uses
"WaveSpring™ technology in both the heel and forefoot for incomparable cushioning and energy return for the neutral runner who wants to reduce impact stress. The deflection nature of the WaveSpring™ maintains "like new" performance throughout the life of the shoe, while reducing impact shock resulting in less stress and fatigue. The high abrasion carbon rubber outsole and single density midsole flex plate, combined with the EVA cushion pads on the forefoot exterior and the anatomical Wave Spring™ design, work together to provide increased flexibility and cushioning. The breathable upper materials and the forefoot "flex fingers" over the metatarsals provide exceptional fit and comfort."

Reviews at Zappos were excellent, especially among orthodic wearers and those with other foot/leg problems. The main advantages are the lifetime springs. Traditional shoes use padding to create support & cushion, which wear out over time. I have noticed that with all the New Balance I have had.
http://www.metrowalkandrun.com/Spira_WaveSpring_Cutaway.jpg http://www.metrowalkandrun.com/Spira_Mens_TriSpring_lg.gif http://www.metrowalkandrun.com/Spira_Slip_Resistant2.gif

[Zydekitten]

guilty....I use ezsnipe...it works pretty well.

Guilty also; it's really the only way to bid to make sure you not only get the item (because let's be real - the hunt and "kill" are at least half the excitement of eBay), but at a somewhat reasonable price.

What I don't get are the bidders who start a war with 5-6 days left on the auction . . . that just seems crazy to me!

[ohio]

Guilty also; it's really the only way to bid to make sure you not only get the item (because let's be real - the hunt and "kill" are at least half the excitement of eBay), but at a somewhat reasonable price.

What I don't get are the bidders who start a war with 5-6 days left on the auction . . . that just seems crazy to me!
It helps me to enter my top price at the very begining, and allows me to ignore it until auction ends. Too easy to get excited (foolish) and bid past my "good deal" level.

[Zydekitten]

Aha - YOU'RE one of those push-the-bid-price up people!!! Grrrrrrrr . . . . :p

(I loves you anyways, Bry ;))

[ohio]

Aha - YOU'RE one of those push-the-bid-price up people!!! Grrrrrrrr . . . . :p

(I loves you anyways, Bry ;))
I always seemed to be losing in the last 30 seconds. No more!

[pokerchick66]

Aha - YOU'RE one of those push-the-bid-price up people!!! Grrrrrrrr . . . . :p

(I loves you anyways, Bry ;))

Kitten, you get on one side of him and I'll get on the other and we'll tackle him to the ground.

[ohio]

Kitten, you get on one side of him and I'll get on the other and we'll tackle him to the ground.
promise???

[pokerchick66]

promise???

lol. Bad, bad Bry.

[funkkjunkie]

I was just gonna say what Bry said. Not everyone is a sniper. That's why the price goes up before the last second. Most peeps, moi included, just put our bids in and let it go. Either way, it's fun to play the game, eh?

[luvdancin]

I was just gonna say what Bry said. Not everyone is a sniper. That's why the price goes up before the last second. Most peeps, moi included, just put our bids in and let it go. Either way, it's fun to play the game, eh?


Yes, and I won my first auction the other day. Of course, it was shoes. But I do like the chase of the auction. I can see where I could get into real trouble here.

[ohio]

Yes, and I won my first auction the other day. Of course, it was shoes. But I do like the chase of the auction. I can see where I could get into real trouble here.Yep, too easy to get caught up in all that. That's why I bid my wax at the begining, but I use a sniper program so as not to drive up the price early on.

[Belle]

I lost out on that really cute jazz fest tank top I wanted becuase I never get back when the frenzy in on. But I also have my price and walk away when it goes over it. Don't like casinos either. Must be the scotch in me!!!

[ohio]

I lost out on that really cute jazz fest tank top I wanted becuase I never get back when the frenzy in on. But I also have my price and walk away when it goes over it. Don't like casinos either. Must be the scotch in me!!!I never go to the casino with some scotch in me :D

[stlbarb]

Just checked out shoebuy.com. I like Zappos better. I think Zappos has more variety and better prices.

that was what i was wondreing - price. cause it says 110% refund of price differences.

[Zydekitten]

promise???
Ohio sandwich comin' up!!!! :) ;)

[Zydekitten]

I lost out on that really cute jazz fest tank top I wanted becuase I never get back when the frenzy in on. But I also have my price and walk away when it goes over it. Don't like casinos either. Must be the scotch in me!!!
Well, my philosophy is that I watch it and check on it regularly, but don't bid until just a few minutes before the auction ends. I don't use a sniper program, as I figure if I don't remember (or am away) when the auction ends that karma didn't intend for me to have that item.

I've only gone over my max price a couple of times ('cause I just get a bit competitive sometimes) - generally I'll walk away also, as too, I'm not a big gambler . . . must be the Scots in me also (I don't dink scotch)!! :D

[stlbarb]

Well, my philosophy is that I watch it and check on it regularly, but don't bid until just a few minutes before the auction ends. I don't use a sniper program, as I figure if I don't remember (or am away) when the auction ends that karma didn't intend for me to have that item.

I've only gone over my max price a couple of times ('cause I just get a bit competitive sometimes) - generally I'll walk away also, as too, I'm not a big gambler . . . must be the Scots in me also (I don't dink scotch)!! :D

i'm a karma shopper too. sometimes i won't even bid on something that others have bid on, because i don't want to run the price up on them, and they probably want it more than me.
never get on ebay under the influence. you can make stupid choices and mistakes, like missing fine print. and you can over bid in a frenzy. you can buy ugly things.

[rosetree]

Got my Jazz fest shoes this weekend while I was in Alabamer....
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q98/rosetreeglass/crocs.jpg
Wore them all weekend...stood on asphalt 10 hrs/day for 3 days...and still feel good :D ;) :D

[stlbarb]

Got my Jazz fest shoes this weekend while I was in Alabamer....
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q98/rosetreeglass/crocs.jpg
Wore them all weekend...stood on asphalt 10 hrs/day for 3 days...and still feel good :D ;) :D

they're a cross-breed of a croc & a moc?
very cute (can men's shoes be cute?).

[Zydekitten]

Got my Jazz fest shoes this weekend while I was in Alabamer....
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q98/rosetreeglass/crocs.jpg
Wore them all weekend...stood on asphalt 10 hrs/day for 3 days...and still feel good :D ;) :D
Oooh, those are the new Crocs "Duck Shoes" - they were comfy?? Have you tried the regular Crocs and if so, how do they compare??

I love my Crocs for lots of standing, walking and/or dancing - they saved my butt (and back) at Tip's last year at Jazzfest, 'specially at IAC (the standing on a cement floor hell club)!!!

[rosetree]

Oooh, those are the new Crocs "Duck Shoes" - they were comfy?? Have you tried the regular Crocs and if so, how do they compare??

I love my Crocs for lots of standing, walking and/or dancing - they saved my butt (and back) at Tip's last year at Jazzfest, 'specially at IAC (the standing on a cement floor hell club)!!!
I like them better than my regular Crocs. They seem to stay on my feet better. I thought they would be good on r**n days when I have to stay ay the Fest and also great for camping and white-water rafting with my son this summer.http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q98/rosetreeglass/sport-smiley-027.gif
....and stylish too!!!;)

[ohio]

Ohio sandwich comin' up!!!! :) ;)
don't tease!

[ohio]

Got my Jazz fest shoes this weekend while I was in Alabamer....
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q98/rosetreeglass/crocs.jpg
Wore them all weekend...stood on asphalt 10 hrs/day for 3 days...and still feel good :D ;) :D
Nice!

[Zydekitten]

don't tease!
Hun, I'd NEVER tease you - well at least unless you want me to . . . ;)

[Zydekitten]

I like them better than my regular Crocs. They seem to stay on my feet better. I thought they would be good on r**n days when I have to stay ay the Fest and also great for camping and white-water rafting with my son this summer.http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q98/rosetreeglass/sport-smiley-027.gif
....and stylish too!!!;)
Yeah, I use my regular Crocs for river/sea kayaking and rafting trips too - but it's good to know that their new "lace-up" style is a good alternative too, it seems like they would stay on da feets better. :D

[saturn]

Got my Jazz fest shoes this weekend while I was in Alabamer....
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q98/rosetreeglass/crocs.jpg
Wore them all weekend...stood on asphalt 10 hrs/day for 3 days...and still feel good

Greg got that kind last year in NOLA and loves them a lot -- he calls them his "dress Crocs". ;) He wore them to my daughter's wedding last week in Mexico.

[funkkjunkie]

I used to go to live auctions alot-every weekend back in the 70s when i lived in the ozarks. You get a card with your number on it and you flash that or your hand or finger to make your bid. Talk about getting carried away! Easy to do when you're looking at the item and the peeps you're bidding against.

[ohio]

I used to go to live auctions alot-every weekend back in the 70s when i lived in the ozarks. You get a card with your number on it and you flash that or your hand or finger to make your bid. Talk about getting carried away! Easy to do when you're looking at the item and the peeps you're bidding against.I went to an auction a few weeks ago at a wholesale bait & tackle dealer. It was crazy, everything got bid up to or beyond retail. Idiots!

[Zydekitten]

Yeah, when I was a kid - we used to go to the live auction at the San Jose Flea Market . . . crazy peeps/bidding, but I LOVED the patter of the auctioneers!!! :D

[Zydekitten]

Check it out, y'all!!

I just ordered these from L.L. Bean for $19 . . . how cool are they?? (if you can't tell, I'm totally psyched 'bout these new Croc-like clogs - I hope they work well for Fest) . . . :D
http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o67/Zydekitten/L49549_Wild_Berry_Guide_Gold.jpg

[Corona]

very cute chica!!

Got my orthotics yesterday...gonna take some time...feels weird.

[luvdancin]

Check it out, y'all!!

I just ordered these from L.L. Bean for $19 . . . how cool are they?? (if you can't tell, I'm totally psyched 'bout these new Croc-like clogs - I hope they work well for Fest) . . . :D
http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o67/Zydekitten/L49549_Wild_Berry_Guide_Gold.jpg

Very cute, ZKitten. Airwalks have that same tie-dye color combination. The only thing I don't like about them is that they don't have the heel strap so I couldn't wear them dancin'. Gotta dance.

[Zydekitten]

Thanks!! :D

I think it will be fine, as I never really use the strap on the Crocs anyway and haven't found it to inhibit my danceitude thusfar . . . but then I also often take off the clogs and just dance barefoot in the grass . . .

[Zydekitten]

very cute chica!!

Got my orthotics yesterday...gonna take some time...feels weird.
Yay - I hope it helps your PF :) . . . it will take some time feeling this new thingy in your footwear, but eventually you'll get so used to them, it'll feel weird without them!

[funkkjunkie]

I had those made several years ago. I really couldn't tell a difference in how my body felt so I quit wearing them.

[Corona]

hmmm......well so far so good. Got the "fashion" ones made too (for high heels and stuff) and wore them in my high heeled boots today. All good. It hurt when I took my shoes off so now I have my sneakers on with the other ones. No pain again...the doc said I should wear shoes around the clock except when I'm sleeping so my foot can heal. Here's hopin'!

[Zydekitten]

hmmm......well so far so good. Got the "fashion" ones made too (for high heels and stuff) and wore them in my high heeled boots today. All good. It hurt when I took my shoes off so now I have my sneakers on with the other ones. No pain again...the doc said I should wear shoes around the clock except when I'm sleeping so my foot can heal. Here's hopin'!
Fingers, toes and eyes crossed for this too!

[funkkjunkie]

I did that, lis, and just now realized it. I had to step in shoes with a heel in the am to prevent pain and wore some kind of shoes til bed because it didn't hurt. Yep, that helps the healing process. Feels better, too, eh? Did you get some that will work in fest sandals?

[luvdancin]

Hope they work for you, Corona, or we'll be carrying you from place to place. Or you can get a buggy like Jenn and we'll have our own second line parade. Threadhead flags and all...:p

[stlbarb]

Hope they work for you, Corona, or we'll be carrying you from place to place. Or you can get a buggy like Jenn and we'll have our own second line parade. Threadhead flags and all...:p

a buggy....you've been in Virginia too long, time to come home.

[Corona]

I did that, lis, and just now realized it. I had to step in shoes with a heel in the am to prevent pain and wore some kind of shoes til bed because it didn't hurt. Yep, that helps the healing process. Feels better, too, eh? Did you get some that will work in fest sandals?
no but the sandals I bought have good arch support...I have some for sneakers and some for dressier flats like I wore for Mardi Gras.

I did ask Ib if she can attach a little platform for me on the back of her scooter and then someone suggested a side-car maybe ;)

[where yat brah]

I think this woman would have a really hard time walking around JazzFest.

http://dermatology.cdlib.org/124/case_presentations/pseudomamma/conde.html

For those tempted not to click on the link, its is an article about a woman with a nipple on the bottom of her foot.:eek:

[pokerchick66]

I think this woman would have a really hard time walking around JazzFest.

http://dermatology.cdlib.org/124/case_presentations/pseudomamma/conde.html

For those tempted not to click on the link, its is an article about a woman with a nipple on the bottom of her foot.:eek:

Thanks for the warning.

[bluedog]

I think this woman would have a really hard time walking around JazzFest.

http://dermatology.cdlib.org/124/case_presentations/pseudomamma/conde.html

For those tempted not to click on the link, its is an article about a woman with a nipple on the bottom of her foot.:eek:

ew ew EW!!!!!! lets hope she never lactates!

[where yat brah]

ew ew EW!!!!!! lets hope she never lactates!

The article addresses that. She had a child and there were no changes post-partum. No mammary tissue or glands involved. My question, "was there increased sensitivity?" I have to assume not since it not symptomatic. If it didn't hurt, why remove it? Guess she just got tired of it.

[ohio]

everyone needs a good pseudomamma now & then....

[Zydekitten]

pseudomammajamma!!! :D

[stlbarb]

I think this woman would have a really hard time walking around JazzFest.

http://dermatology.cdlib.org/124/case_presentations/pseudomamma/conde.html

For those tempted not to click on the link, its is an article about a woman with a nipple on the bottom of her foot.:eek:

Hmm. if my feet had a nipples, i bet Jim (the BF) would rub them more often.

[rosetree]

Hmm. if my feet had a nipples, i bet Jim (the BF) would rub them more often.

I guess gluing these to your feet won't work :D
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q98/rosetreeglass/nipples.jpg
:D

[Orleansnj]

Mark - you are absolutely sick - but that is so funny I can't stand it !!!!!

You less stressed than last night when you were freaked about the upcoming shows and all the other stuff going on? Hey - did you find your wallet?

[rosetree]

Mark - you are absolutely sick - but that is so funny I can't stand it !!!!!

You less stressed than last night when you were freaked about the upcoming shows and all the other stuff going on? Hey - did you find your wallet?

No, didn't find it, it was stolen..:mad: ..right out of my studio....I cancelled all of my cards, filed a police report, placed an alert on my credit report, and got a new license. I'm still freaked about the shows, and this episode didn't help...if I was a drinking man, I'd be way sloshed.. I've got to keep my sense of humor, if I lose that, I'm in VERY bad shape! It's one of the things that helped me through the storm....;)

[Orleansnj]

Well...sounds like you nailed it good - and this too - will pass. I hope the morons that stole your wallet are stupid enough to get caught. that would be really good.

So...seems as if I'll be gettin' in town a little earlier than I originally planned since I'm happily sans job at the moment. U want some volunteer grunt work at the studio? I'm not likely to break anything - surely can't blow glass - but could pack up stuff and get some things organized for you and mrs. rosetree if you all would like. lemme know. my spiffy e-mail in honor of the board is orleansnj at gmail dot com.

[rosetree]

Well...sounds like you nailed it good - and this too - will pass. I hope the morons that stole your wallet are stupid enough to get caught. that would be really good.

So...seems as if I'll be gettin' in town a little earlier than I originally planned since I'm happily sans job at the moment. U want some volunteer grunt work at the studio? I'm not likely to break anything - surely can't blow glass - but could pack up stuff and get some things organized for you and mrs. rosetree if you all would like. lemme know. my spiffy e-mail in honor of the board is orleansnj at gmail dot com.

When are you getting in???

[stlbarb]

:eek: No, didn't find it, it was stolen..:mad: ..right out of my studio....I cancelled all of my cards, filed a police report, placed an alert on my credit report, and got a new license. I'm still freaked about the shows, and this episode didn't help...if I was a drinking man, I'd be way sloshed.. I've got to keep my sense of humor, if I lose that, I'm in VERY bad shape! It's one of the things that helped me through the storm....;)

did ya' here the one about the guy who's wife had her credit cards stolen?
he didnt bother to report it 'cause the thief was spending less than his wife.
(insert cymbal crash sound here) :o

[Orleansnj]

I am now arriving on the 20th. It cost me $30.19 to change my flight from the 25th - so what the hell - right?

[rosetree]

I am now arriving on the 20th. It cost me $30.19 to change my flight from the 25th - so what the hell - right?
RIGHT!!! that gives you a whole 'nother week in our fair city ;) .
If you are serious, I'll talk to Mrs. Rosetree and get back to you :D
We do have to get ready for Rosetreefest y'know!!!

[Orleansnj]

no - I figured I would Fu@K with you (to use a jersey phrase) and offer my help when I really didn't mean it - seein' as you've had such a stellar week yourself......

OF COURSE I mean it. Geeze.......

I arrive late on the 20th - will want to sleep a bit on the 21st - but can certainly help out on Mon, Tues, and all that - we can talk more once mrs. rosetree thinks things over and you all decide if more hands are helpful or just a pain in the a$$., BTW - I take direction well.......

[rosetree]

no - I figured I would Fu@K with you (to use a jersey phrase) and offer my help when I really didn't mean it - seein' as you've had such a stellar week yourself......

OF COURSE I mean it. Geeze.......

I arrive late on the 20th - will want to sleep a bit on the 21st - but can certainly help out on Mon, Tues, and all that - we can talk more once mrs. rosetree thinks things over and you all decide if more hands are helpful or just a pain in the a$$., BTW - I take direction well.......
Wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks :D

[Corona]

no - I figured I would Fu@K with you (to use a jersey phrase) and offer my help when I really didn't mean it - seein' as you've had such a stellar week yourself......

OF COURSE I mean it. Geeze.......

I arrive late on the 20th - will want to sleep a bit on the 21st - but can certainly help out on Mon, Tues, and all that - we can talk more once mrs. rosetree thinks things over and you all decide if more hands are helpful or just a pain in the a$$., BTW - I take direction well.......
ROFLMAO Onj! I think I love you :)

[Orleansnj]

thanks :)

I seriously cannot wait to meet all of ya in a few WEEKS !! Yes - it is now weeks ! Anticipation is killing me.....

[funkkjunkie]

orleansnj, are you coming to the patry?

[Orleansnj]

orleansnj, are you coming to the patry?

I have the honor of being on the waiting list for tix..... :( didn't get my s%&* together fast enough and it sold out in like 3.5 seconds.......

but I did e-mail Nanci back in February - keepin' my fingers crossed !

[stlbarb]

wasn't sure if i should post this here or under one of the alcohol threads.
but 5 days without a shoe post? did the mainstream shoe thread take over?

http://www.reef.com/productdetail/guys/footwear/sandals/2597

[sophisticated sissy]

wasn't sure if i should post this here or under one of the alcohol threads.
but 5 days without a shoe post? did the mainstream shoe thread take over?

http://www.reef.com/productdetail/guys/footwear/sandals/2597


Here's a link to a company that makes some pretty cool stuff. They make footwear, inserts for shoes, lumbar support items, a travel pillow and lots of other stuff. I became acquainted with this company when I purchased a saddle pad for equine use. The horses love it!

I haven't tried their other products, but I'm going to order a pair of their flipflops.

The material they use is from recycled material, and is antibacterial, antifungal and odor resistant.

Gotta keep your feets happy!


go to: www.supracor.com

[Goose]

I was just on the Teva website ordering another pair of mush thongs for fest and I noticed that they have a new style called "too mush". Here's the link...

http://www.teva.com/ProductDetails.aspx?g=w&categoryID=38&productID=6105&model=Too+Mush

I ordered the classic mush cause I know I like them but these new ones look really good too! :)

[pokerchick66]

I was just on the Teva website ordering another pair of mush thongs for fest and I noticed that they have a new style called "too mush". Here's the link...

http://www.teva.com/ProductDetails.aspx?g=w&categoryID=38&productID=6105&model=Too+Mush

I ordered the classic mush cause I know I like them but these new ones look really good too! :)

Nice! I like that brown, too. Maybe next year.

[hikerlady]

Hey Corona, how are your feet?

[VWGal]

Hey, how are all the Threads with plantar fascitis? I have an appointment for orthotic fitting on Monday...my knee flared up 10 days ago, and I know it's cos I pronate. If I have to give up sandals in the New Orleans heat, I will not be a happy camper...where's that darn hillbilly golf cart tricked out like a Louisiana hayride!????

[funkkjunkie]

I am happy to say my plantar fascitis has healed. I'm still stretching the feet and taking mobic to keep it that way.

[Corona]

not bad, not healed but I'm trying.....I stretch and wear my orthotics every day....trying......
way to go Funkk!
Good luck VW! Here's to speedy healing!

[bluedog]

happy healing everybody! I picked up these Mary Jane Crocs http://www.surfanddirt.com/nofear/assets/product_images/PAAAIADAINKFAOEC.jpg
last weekend at The Bass Pro Shop <--- (that should get the boys attention)
We spent over an hour in that place ... it's like Disney World for boys! Anyhoo I like the crocs ... I didn't think I would but they are very comfy & cute!:)

[pokerchick66]

happy healing everybody! I picked up these Mary Jane Crocs http://www.surfanddirt.com/nofear/assets/product_images/PAAAIADAINKFAOEC.jpg
last weekend at The Bass Pro Shop <--- (that should get the boys attention)
We spent over an hour in that place ... it's like Disney World for boys! Anyhoo I like the crocs ... I didn't think I would but they are very comfy & cute!:)

Now those are cute. I usually don't like Crocs but I like those. :)

Good morning, blue!

[bluedog]

thanx! good morning Moni Moni!
Yeah I've never been a big fan of the crocs ... maybe because I have a family member ... an annoying one ... that wears them everyday in all colors and rants about them ... I just don't like this family member ... she rubbed me the wrong way too many times.
But after hearing feedback from the girls ova heah and others I decided to give them a try ... so far so good! No break in time at all & very comfy!

[pokerchick66]

thanx! good morning Moni Moni!
Yeah I've never been a big fan of the crocs ... maybe because I have a family member ... an annoying one ... that wears them everyday in all colors and rants about them ... I just don't like this family member ... she rubbed me the wrong way too many times.
But after hearing feedback from the girls ova heah and others I decided to give them a try ... so far so good! No break in time at all & very comfy!

I tease my niece and call them Jason shoes cuz they look like Jason's hockey mask. Ch ch ch ha ha ha.

[bluedog]

I tease my niece and call them Jason shoes cuz they look like Jason's hockey mask. Ch ch ch ha ha ha. roflmao!!!! ack! I'll always think of that now when I wear them!

[pokerchick66]

roflmao!!!! ack! I'll always think of that now when I wear them!

http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o231/monica7966/roflmao.gif

[Belle]

I tease my niece and call them Jason shoes cuz they look like Jason's hockey mask. Ch ch ch ha ha ha.

They are ugly but Hubby gave me a pair to do my swimming officiating duty and I am hooked now. In the winter just put a pair of socks underneath if there is no snow on the ground. Look like a real geek but my feet are happy:p They are UGGGly but so comfy and light.

Still though I will be flip flopping at Fest and wearing my cowboy boots at night!!

[Zydekitten]

Well, I can understand the above sentiments . . . but I'm an avowed Crocaholic (guilty on the many colors, however I try not to be overbearing about them with others)!

I just got my L.L.Bean tie-dyed version of them the other day . . . and I'm loving them too!!

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o67/Zydekitten/L49549_Wild_Berry_Guide_Gold.jpg

[grisgris]

Ordered 2 pairs of Kenn yesterday. Please let them fit. Found a cute pair of clogs at WalMart today . Hope I can find some shorts to wear to Fest. The Fest shorts are ripped to shreads. We will have a jazz funeral for them in 2 weeks.

[Carolina Beadhead]

Ordered 2 pairs of Kenn yesterday. Please let them fit. Found a cute pair of clogs at WalMart today . Hope I can find some shorts to wear to Fest. The Fest shorts are ripped to shreads. We will have a jazz funeral for them in 2 weeks.

I think I might have to hear the story about how the fest shorts got ripped to shreads.

Must've been at least one good night at last year's JF?? :D

[grisgris]

I think I might have to hear the story about how the fest shorts got ripped to shreads.

Must've been at least one good night at last year's JF?? :D

so sorry Susan, the shorts are 10yrs old. Got my shipment from Zappo's a few minutes ago & the shoes fit. Got the green NewPort H2O's & a pair of Keen hurachi's (sp).

[Zydekitten]

I LOVE my Keen Newports!!! They're what I wear on kayaking trips. :D

[luvdancin]

I think there are several of us who have those green Keen's. Sisters, sisters...

[grisgris]

Luvdancin didn't you get a pair of the Berkie Kibbie shoes too?

[luvdancin]

Yes, I did. But I'm seriously thinking of not taking them to Fest. I think they're too pretty. :D

[grisgris]

I won't wear mine at the Fairgrounds. But I'll have them with me.

[luvdancin]

Still trying to decide---I only have about 20 pairs of shoes out and need to wean down the pile. Otherwise my suitcases will weigh a ton!!! :D Definitely want to take my Keens and Crocs, but also my grape flip flops and flamingo flip flops. Oh, such decisions...

[Corona]

my second suitcase is just for shoes and miscellaneous small stuff lol!

[swag]

Okay, I have to give kudos to zappos.

I ordered yesterday around 5pm, well after their cutoff for same day shipping, and UPS delivered today at 2pm. That's 21 hour turnaround, for free. Not bad.

Undecided if I like the Keens sandals or not, I'll probably take my time to decide, but the shopping experience itself was pretty good.

[Corona]

Nice Swag! Welcome to Club Zappos :)

[luvdancin]

Aren't they great!!! One of the best internet shopping experiences I've ever had.

[luvdancin]

OK--I got the perfect r**nboot today. Crocs now makes boots. They are big and honkin' and mine are lime green :eek: but they are SO light. They will be perfect for checking in my suitcase. My old boots felt like they had lead in them, but these are feather-lite just like regular crocs. I'm so happy.

[mamaroux]

Okay, I have to give kudos to zappos.

I ordered yesterday around 5pm, well after their cutoff for same day shipping, and UPS delivered today at 2pm. That's 21 hour turnaround, for free. Not bad.

Undecided if I like the Keens sandals or not, I'll probably take my time to decide, but the shopping experience itself was pretty good.

I ordered 3 pairs of Keen's about 2am on Monday and had them on Tuesday afternoon. They are FAST! I'm know I'm sending one pair back, but might exchange it for size, an I may just keep the red pair, but not so sure about the black clogs... this foot operation thing has thrown me off with shoes.

[Corona]

how are you doing now Mama? You gonna be okay for fest?

[mamaroux]

how are you doing now Mama? You gonna be okay for fest?

I'm doing fair with all this... I just have to remember that I can't do it like I want to do it, that's all, and that's tough... and trying to find shoes is a whole 'nutter problem! LOL With the wrap on my foot/ankle it's a little difficult to try on shoes that are enclosed in the back, but I'm allowed to wear regular shoes for a few hours a day at home, to start getting back to the norm. I'm sitting here with my Nothinz on my tooties and they feel good, just don't think they'd support me for those long Fest days.

BTW, I met a Cherokee medicine man the other day, at the Health food store, who told me to rub my feet at night with castor oil at night and wear an old pair of cotton socks over it, to bed. I've been doing that and sure 'nuff, it's helping with the swelling! Google Castor Oil and the results are surprising.

Thanks for asking, sweetie.... have we heard how Neen's doing with the shoulder thing? I was looking and hadn't seen any posts... wondered if I might have missed 'em.

[funkkjunkie]

Well, i've decided keens are not the answer to my plantar fascitis problem. When I put them on for a couple hours, i feel it coming back. So i'm looking again. My feet feel much better when my heel is raised about an inch. The naots i bought that have an inch heel feel great but they're not bumming around fest shoes. I'm sure i'll wear the new balance at fest, as much as i hate not having my toes free. Gotta be able to go at night too!

[Corona]

I'm doing fair with all this... I just have to remember that I can't do it like I want to do it, that's all, and that's tough... and trying to find shoes is a whole 'nutter problem! LOL With the wrap on my foot/ankle it's a little difficult to try on shoes that are enclosed in the back, but I'm allowed to wear regular shoes for a few hours a day at home, to start getting back to the norm. I'm sitting here with my Nothinz on my tooties and they feel good, just don't think they'd support me for those long Fest days.

BTW, I met a Cherokee medicine man the other day, at the Health food store, who told me to rub my feet at night with castor oil at night and wear an old pair of cotton socks over it, to bed. I've been doing that and sure 'nuff, it's helping with the swelling! Google Castor Oil and the results are surprising.

Thanks for asking, sweetie.... have we heard how Neen's doing with the shoulder thing? I was looking and hadn't seen any posts... wondered if I might have missed 'em.
didja find the Neen post yet mama? She's healing okay and lurking cuz she can't type too well. Sounds like you're on the mend too. 19 more days of healing time ahead!

[mamaroux]

didja find the Neen post yet mama? She's healing okay and lurking cuz she can't type too well. Sounds like you're on the mend too. 19 more days of healing time ahead!

No, Lis, haven't found it, but I'll keep looking for it! Thanks for the update... she's been on my mind, especially cuz I went through that same operation back in 03, two days after my daughter's wedding.

Yup, on the mend. Went to the grocery store for the first time since Feb 12th, but thankfully, had the shopping cart to lean on and my hubby to unload the stuff. I don't think I could have done up and down the steps with all the sacks, but I was trying to look at it all as exercise and my JF prepardness program!

Oh yeah, I can't wait... it's what's getting me through all this nonsense!

[Corona]

No, Lis, haven't found it, but I'll keep looking for it! Thanks for the update... she's been on my mind, especially cuz I went through that same operation back in 03, two days after my daughter's wedding.

Yup, on the mend. Went to the grocery store for the first time since Feb 12th, but thankfully, had the shopping cart to lean on and my hubby to unload the stuff. I don't think I could have done up and down the steps with all the sacks, but I was trying to look at it all as exercise and my JF prepardness program!

Oh yeah, I can't wait... it's what's getting me through all this nonsense!
It's #7 post on the I see you Neen thread.....
Be careful girl, don't push too fast.no set backs right?
...sending the healing karma your way!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

[mamaroux]

It's #7 post on the I see you Neen thread.....
Be careful girl, don't push too fast.no set backs right?
...sending the healing karma your way!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Found it, thank you! :)

I certainly appreciate all the good vibes and healing karma that can be sent, and I sure could use 'em all. I need to push myself a little more, just so I'll be able to walk from Liuzza's to the track! LOL I plan on going it slow, but hopefully the new cardiac meds will kick in and be working better too. Damn, I'm really sounding freakin' OLD. That's so gotta change! LOL

[stlbarb]

drivin' home from Easter at mom's, i thought of this thread 'cause on my XM radio The Mammals were doing Bad Shoe Blues.
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/mammals3/from/jkloss #6

it aint just about shoes, but ya gotta love the title.

[Corona]

Found it, thank you! :)

I certainly appreciate all the good vibes and healing karma that can be sent, and I sure could use 'em all. I need to push myself a little more, just so I'll be able to walk from Liuzza's to the track! LOL I plan on going it slow, but hopefully the new cardiac meds will kick in and be working better too. Damn, I'm really sounding freakin' OLD. That's so gotta change! LOL
lol Mama.....baby steps......I know you can do it :)

[Zbonnie]

Well, i've decided keens are not the answer to my plantar fascitis problem. When I put them on for a couple hours, i feel it coming back. So i'm looking again. My feet feel much better when my heel is raised about an inch. The naots i bought that have an inch heel feel great but they're not bumming around fest shoes. I'm sure i'll wear the new balance at fest, as much as i hate not having my toes free. Gotta be able to go at night too! Sorry the Keens ain't working for the PF. Did you see that link to an article about a study re a proven effective PF pain relieving stretch? Sure is worth a try! http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/pr/news/story.cfm?id=1275

[funkkjunkie]

yep, bon. doing stretches every day. It's gone but i feel the tendencies when i put on the keens, dammit.

[Zbonnie]

yep, bon. doing stretches every day. It's gone but i feel the tendencies when i put on the keens, dammit.Yeah, but did ya read the article? This is a very specific stretch that they've studied - and it's not one of the several different stretches that various professionals told me to do.

[funkkjunkie]

Yes. It was the one about the study of 100 people with PF, yes?

[Ollie]

Hi gals. I'm a jazzfest virgin. I've been absorbing all this advice. I got the idea that I need good shoes, maybe more than one pair and to be ready for mud. What do you think about the prima model of crocs? Has anyone tried them?

[luvdancin]

Hi gals. I'm a jazzfest virgin. I've been absorbing all this advice. I got the idea that I need good shoes, maybe more than one pair and to be ready for mud. What do you think about the prima model of crocs? Has anyone tried them?

Haven't tried them, but they look cute. I have worn regular Crocs to fest and I love them. I also got some Croc r**nboots this year because they are so light to pack.

[luvdancin]

BTW, welcome to the Boreds!!!!!!!!!

[Ollie]

I saw them on the web but they looked so substantial I didn't think they'd be light. Wish they put the weights on line.

[TheGuzilla]

Big, big fan of the Chacos. And I'd get the durable sandal with the toe loop. If not accustomed to a toe loop, it takes a while to get used to, but afterwards they are very comfortable & the stability in water or, say... Fairgrounds mud is worth it. That & they are a pretty socially-conscious company and also will retread them for you for a nominal fee, or if you donate your used (clean!) ones they will give you 20% off a new pair and donate the old ones to charity.

Although the straps do leave funny tan lines on your feet post-Jazz Fest / Summer...

Products here:
http://www.chacousa.com/products/productlisting.cfm?cID=3

Good luck!

[Corona]

Big, big fan of the Chacos. And I'd get the durable sandal with the toe loop. If not accustomed to a toe loop, it takes a while to get used to, but afterwards they are very comfortable & the stability in water or, say... Fairgrounds mud is worth it. That & they are a pretty socially-conscious company and also will retread them for you for a nominal fee, or if you donate your used (clean!) ones they will give you 20% off a new pair and donate the old ones to charity.

Although the straps do leave funny tan lines on your feet post-Jazz Fest / Summer...

Products here:
http://www.chacousa.com/products/productlisting.cfm?cID=3

Good luck!
Those are the shoes I bought for last year's fest and my feet were screaming in confusion- The arches, the toe loop etc....stepped on the toe loop instead of looping it and it helped but my feet couldn't adjust. I got the Keen's this year and they seemed to be better...the Chaco flip flops I bought are awesome though..weird.

[Zbonnie]

Yes. It was the one about the study of 100 people with PF, yes?Yep, and the stretch is simply to rest the bad foot on the opposite knee and grip the toes and pull them back towards the shin 10 times for a count of 10 at least 3 times a dyay, including before taking the first step in the morning and before standing after a prolonged period of sitting.

[Zbonnie]

Hi gals. I'm a jazzfest virgin. I've been absorbing all this advice. I got the idea that I need good shoes, maybe more than one pair and to be ready for mud. What do you think about the prima model of crocs? Has anyone tried them?I don't know how long you're coming for, but even if it's just for one weekend, chances are you will be on your feet and walking/dancing etc. much, much more than usual and will be really grateful on day 3, say, to have a different and comfortable pair of shoes to put on those aching feet of yours. I'm trying to figure out how the hell I'm going to be able to pack all the shoes I want to bring!

[luvdancin]

I don't know how long you're coming for, but even if it's just for one weekend, chances are you will be on your feet and walking/dancing etc. much, much more than usual and will be really grateful on day 3, say, to have a different and comfortable pair of shoes to put on those aching feet of yours. I'm trying to figure out how the hell I'm going to be able to pack all the shoes I want to bring!

I'm right with you, Bonnie. I have finally weaned it down to 10 pair and I know that's too many!! Help!!

[stlbarb]

I'm right with you, Bonnie. I have finally weaned it down to 10 pair and I know that's too many!! Help!!

Nancy's coming for 10 days. she usually brings 10+ pairs for 1 weekend. so we could have a pool to see how many pairs she brings this year. of course the airlines are enforcing the weight limits on luggage.

[Zydekitten]

Hi gals. I'm a jazzfest virgin. I've been absorbing all this advice. I got the idea that I need good shoes, maybe more than one pair and to be ready for mud. What do you think about the prima model of crocs? Has anyone tried them?
I've worn Birkenstocks, Chacos, Crocs and Keens at Jazzfest . . . and of them all, the Crocs are BY FAR the most comfortable!!! However, I don't have any foot issues as severe as Plantar Fascitis.

This year, I'll be bringing Crocs Beach/Cayman models (I have a few in different colors) and Keen Newports to wear to the fairgrounds - as well as several other pairs of shoes, including the Birks, for other events in NOLA during Fest - being the Shoe Ho that I am!!! :o

[luvdancin]

I can just see it now...at the first meet-up, we are all going to be looking at each other's feet. :D

[saturn]

I can just see it now...at the first meet-up, we are all going to be looking at each other's feet. :D

We will have to all pose for a group foot photo (or feet photo?:confused:)

[Belle]

We will have to all pose for a group foot photo (or feet photo?:confused:)

That is a great idea. As far as packing, I am sending a box to the hotel before we get there so I can go straight to the fest from the Airport!

[pgh_girl]

Crack me up! I have a shoe thing myself and the past several years I have restrained myself mightly from bringing all of the shoes that I want. I have ordered 6 new pairs for the fest and the other day I caught myself fantasizing about bringing a second suitcase just for my shoes (6 + who knows how many) and my lagniappes!! :D

[Carolina Beadhead]

Nancy's coming for 10 days. she usually brings 10+ pairs for 1 weekend. so we could have a pool to see how many pairs she brings this year. of course the airlines are enforcing the weight limits on luggage.

Gawd, am I on the wrong thread. I bring 2 pairs, one for the grounds (sandals) and one for night (tennies).

I think I'm missing the girly gene...

[grisgris]

Ok ladies, I need some help. I have narrow feet & a very narrow heel. Broke out the new Keen Newports yesterday & the back strap is killing my heels. Any help?

[luvdancin]

Ok ladies, I need some help. I have narrow feet & a very narrow heel. Broke out the new Keen Newports yesterday & the back strap is killing my heels. Any help?

What about putting moleskin back there?

[saturn]

Gawd, am I on the wrong thread. I bring 2 pairs, one for the grounds (sandals) and one for night (tennies).

I think I'm missing the girly gene...

Nah --- your feet must just behave better than ours do.

[Corona]

lmao pgh....that's EXACTLY what i'm doing....2nd suitcase is for shoes and miscellaneous like camera charger etc.....I'm there for 2 weeks and gotta rotate those shoes for sure! (that's my story and I'm stickin' to it ;))

[mauibreeze]

I'm sure you'll have some time for a cool breeze over that two week period....

[Corona]

most definitely! :) Still watching that waiting list for the patry...it's moving real slooooooowwwwwwww :(

[jamminjodi]

Got in this one late and saw so many people after my own heart! (well, the ones with bad feet). I just got a new pair of Eccos after trying on every pair in the special shoe shop, went in and asked for the most comfortable shoe that my feet could walk/dance about 20 miles a day in - I wore a pedometer out of curiousity one jazz fest day in 2004. They are sandals, been wearing them for 2 days and so far I don't want to take them off.

[luvdancin]

We will have to all pose for a group foot photo (or feet photo?:confused:)

I LOVE that idea!! It certainly will be a different TH picture. :D Then only our feet will look slurged.

[Corona]

I LOVE that idea!! It certainly will be a different TH picture. :D Then only our feet will look slurged.
mental note....get a pedicure!

[Corona]

Got in this one late and saw so many people after my own heart! (well, the ones with bad feet). I just got a new pair of Eccos after trying on every pair in the special shoe shop, went in and asked for the most comfortable shoe that my feet could walk/dance about 20 miles a day in - I wore a pedometer out of curiousity one jazz fest day in 2004. They are sandals, been wearing them for 2 days and so far I don't want to take them off.
nice!!

[pokerchick66]

mental note....get a pedicure!

OMG, you're weird. I was gonna post the same exact thing, lol!

[jamminjodi]

scheduled mine once you said something. a couple of years ago, conde nast traveler had a picture of toes in bora bora, i've taken toe pictures ever since! don't tell me, i know i'm a freak!

[Carolina Beadhead]

Nah --- your feet must just behave better than ours do.


Once I got rid of the planters wart a couple of years ago, I'm good.

Now if my back will just cooperate....

[ohio]

That is a great idea. As far as packing, I am sending a box to the hotel before we get there so I can go straight to the fest from the Airport!That's a good idea about shipping. We ship extra gear to the hotel too.

[ohio]

After 3 exchanges from Zappos, had to give up on Spiras (the shoes with lifetime springs built inside the soles). They were kinda pointed and not enough room for the tootsies. Ended up with highly rated New Balance athletic walking shoes.

[Amy Winette]

mental note....get a pedicure!

That is on my pre-fest list for next weekend! At least the toes can start out looking cute, though they'll surely look destroyed by the end of the weekend :)

[Corona]

That is on my pre-fest list for next weekend! At least the toes can start out looking cute, though they'll surely look destroyed by the end of the weekend :)
lol...yupperz :)

[Orleansnj]

I think y'all should schedule regular pedicures - who gives a sh#@ what your feet look like - it's how the FEEL.....and damned - we're old enough to schedule crap that just feels good (lol). We certainly schedule enough other stuff - right? Mr. Onj laughs when he says 'hey, what's for dinner tomorrow' and my response is 'I have no idea what you're gonna eat, I'm gettin' a pedicure' and he usually says 'didn't you just get one last week' and I say 'ah no.....that was like 5 weeks ago'.....and he just laughs and walks out of the room sayin' okay....but if I make somethin' good you can't have any..... hee hee hee

[pokerchick66]

I think y'all should schedule regular pedicures - who gives a sh#@ what your feet look like - it's how the FEEL.....and damned - we're old enough to schedule crap that just feels good (lol). We certainly schedule enough other stuff - right? Mr. Onj laughs when he says 'hey, what's for dinner tomorrow' and my response is 'I have no idea what you're gonna eat, I'm gettin' a pedicure' and he usually says 'didn't you just get one last week' and I say 'ah no.....that was like 5 weeks ago'.....and he just laughs and walks out of the room sayin' okay....but if I make somethin' good you can't have any..... hee hee hee

So what's he making this time? ;)

[Orleansnj]

hee hee hee....

Mr. Onj made left overs today.....(killer jambalaya...seriously, the best ever, and tons and tons of people say so....).I seemed to fall asleep on the couch after that muscle relaxer and didn't make the shrimp I had planned to make.

That's okay - I'll make it tomorrow. I'll be making pan seared seasoned shrimp over pasta with a warm remoulade sauce and serve it with a mixed green salad with blue cheese and toasted pecans with a homemade vinaigrette.....

[grisgris]

I refuse to wear the combat boots to JazzFest.

[VWGal]

Too funny, I am addicted to pedicures. Couldn't care less about fingernails, but LOVE LOVE LOVE having feet that feel and look great. They won't look that great after a day at the fairgrounds, but they'll look darn fine on the plane south. :D

Worth every penny....

[pokerchick66]

hee hee hee....

Mr. Onj made left overs today.....(killer jambalaya...seriously, the best ever, and tons and tons of people say so....).I seemed to fall asleep on the couch after that muscle relaxer and didn't make the shrimp I had planned to make.

That's okay - I'll make it tomorrow. I'll be making pan seared seasoned shrimp over pasta with a warm remoulade sauce and serve it with a mixed green salad with blue cheese and toasted pecans with a homemade vinaigrette.....

Okay, I'm coming over.

Pedicure first and then dinner at OJ's.

[Zbonnie]

Too long without a shoe post. I'm sure I must have mentioned my Sorbothane impact absorbing insoles. They are the bomb for high impact zydeco dancing! I have the SorboLite ones. See them here, and believe the claims you read on the website. http://www.rxsorbo.com/insoles_comfort.php

[piscesgirl]

I just got a pair of Keen Sarasota's to go with my Keen Newport H2's. Wore the H2's last year and they were great, but after a couple days in a row I got a couple of blisters.

These felt great for the 5 minutes I had them on in the store. And they don't have the typical big boxed in toe of most Keens.

http://www.shoesdirect.co.uk/acatalog/kee_sarasota(bison).jpg

ONLY 8 DAYS TO GO!!!!!!!!

[funkkjunkie]

Thanks zbon. I don't zydeco but I ordered some anyway. anything to help the feet.

[NYMAMA]

WAS JUST THINKIN BOUT MY 1ST TRIP TO NOLA AND THOUGHT I'D PASS THIS SUGESTION ON.

ON MY FIRST TRIP I WORE A VERY SEXY PAIR OF WHITE HIGH HEELED STRAPPY SANDLES. BIG MISTAKE. YOU CAN'T WALK ANYWHERE IN THEM BECAUSE MOST SIDEWALKS ARE UNEVEN AND ALOT OF THE STREET IN THE QUARTER ARE COBBLESTONE. I NEARLY BROKE MY NECK. NOW I GO FOR COMFORT

[pokerchick66]

WAS JUST THINKIN BOUT MY 1ST TRIP TO NOLA AND THOUGHT I'D PASS THIS SUGESTION ON.

ON MY FIRST TRIP I WORE A VERY SEXY PAIR OF WHITE HIGH HEELED STRAPPY SANDLES. BIG MISTAKE. YOU CAN'T WALK ANYWHERE IN THEM BECAUSE MOST SIDEWALKS ARE UNEVEN AND ALOT OF THE STREET IN THE QUARTER ARE COBBLESTONE. I NEARLY BROKE MY NECK. NOW I GO FOR COMFORT

Hunni, I so agree. Comfort over style any day for me.

Nighttime is a different story. ;)

[Zbonnie]

Hunni, I so agree. Comfort over style any day for me.

Nighttime is a different story. ;)So you DO wear high heels at night during fest? In public, private or both? Inquiring minds want to know.

[Orleansnj]

I am actually bringing the coolest pair of heels. They are by Aerosoles (who would have ever thought they would make a GREAT pair of high heeled shoes). I am not one to usually wear heels - to say the least -but these are ROCK STAR comfy and from all accounts - pretty darned good lookin'.

But NYMAMA et al are right - these ain't no struttin' the quarter shoes - too many ways to break your a$$.....

These are those bar shoes...... know what I mean ? LOL

[NYMAMA]

So you DO wear high heels at night during fest? In public, private or both? Inquiring minds want to know.

She wears her sunglasses also.

[pokerchick66]

She wears her sunglasses also.

What she said.

;)

[Zydekitten]

I am actually bringing the coolest pair of heels. They are by Aerosoles (who would have ever thought they would make a GREAT pair of high heeled shoes). I am not one to usually wear heels - to say the least -but these are ROCK STAR comfy and from all accounts - pretty darned good lookin'.

But NYMAMA et al are right - these ain't no struttin' the quarter shoes - too many ways to break your a$$.....

These are those bar shoes...... know what I mean ? LOL
Aerosole are great!!! I just got a pair of their strappy sandals (and I don't usually like those) for fancy-schmancy events during Fest - such as the Big Easy Awards, that we'll be going to.

I also just got these tonight for less hoity-toity dos:

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o67/Zydekitten/dogwood-thong_licorice_300.jpg

[Corona]

Aerosole are great!!! I just got a pair of their strappy sandals (and I don't usually like those) for fancy-schmancy events during Fest - such as the Big Easy Awards, that we'll be going to.

I also just got these tonight for less hoity-toity dos:

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o67/Zydekitten/dogwood-thong_licorice_300.jpg
damn, no heels for me...I can barely keep it together in flats! lol

[NYMAMA]

Aerosole are great!!! I just got a pair of their strappy sandals (and I don't usually like those) for fancy-schmancy events during Fest - such as the Big Easy Awards, that we'll be going to.

I also just got these tonight for less hoity-toity dos:

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o67/Zydekitten/dogwood-thong_licorice_300.jpg

Wow I love dem shoes.

[grisgris]

While reading the TP on line, Calif. Drawstrings on Royal Street is advertising that they have New Orleans Saints Crocs at $34.99. They are black crocs with the gold backstrap with the Fleu De Lis & Saints logo. Gonna check them out when I hit town Thursday.

[funkkjunkie]

I'm bringing some Naot mules that have a one inch heel. Makes my foot feel better to be raised like that. Hope i don't twist my ankle. Knocking on wood.

[sunnyla]

All this talk about cute/the right shoes got me out shoping last nigth. I won't go into details of the 3' Michael Kors Horache's...cause they won't see JF, if even the cobblestone streets on NO...BUT .....I since I couldn't find the Chaco's y'all were talking about and did run into some really comfortable Reef flip-flops with a nice arch, I bought them.

BUT I couldn't get over two other pairs of Reef that I DIDN'T buy. Get this - each of them actually came with their own mini-funnel to fill the in-sole FLASK! LOL. I couldn't believe it. They were pretty cool, but the ones I bought were a little more comfortable. Then there was the other pair that not only had the in-sole flask....but also a bottle opener in the sole.

Being one who HATES it when even the littlest of pebbles sticks in the sole of my shoe or boot I decided that no matter how indented into the sole the bottle opener was that it would ulimately drive me NUTS and I shouldn't buy them - despite the fact that it's a pretty cool idea - especially the hidden flask. But I"m also not really into "sneaking" stuff in....I'm too old for that.

Cute idea though.
(sorry I don't have a picture....I'm too tired to figure out the posting!)

Just thought I'd share.

:)

[funkkjunkie]

Huh, as for me, once a sneaker, always a sneaker. :cool: Age jdm.

[swag]

Just to follow up here, I hate my new Keen Napali sandals.

Wore 'em all day Friday and Saturday walking around FQF, and by mid-afternoon, the soles of my feet really hurt. I'd walked 5 miles and it felt like I'd walked 30.

They look good, and are fine for walking the dog or going to the grocery, but at least for my feet, clearly they are not the right sandal for days with lots of walking/standing/dancing.

My old sandals are Rockports. Several years of Fests in them, now the soles are wearing down and the velcro is only semi-sticky. I'm off to the mall today to look for a replacement pair.

[VWGal]

I am still amazed at how long this thread has become! Hilarious! And also points out just how important happy feet are to Fest enjoyment. This year, I am more challenged by a wonky painful knee than feet. Got orthotics in an attempt to preserve the knee by correcting pronation.

The happy side effect is that I had to buy all new shoes -- the downside is they ain't too pretty! Did find some sandals that will accommodate an orthotic, but they aren't really fairground material. So picked up some Chacos (not the flip flops) as the footbed mimics an orthotic rather well.

I'll be the one doing the wheelchair dancing if things don't work out with the knee. May even check out a Jenn scooter....

Looking forward to seeing everyone's new shooooooooze! Just FIVE sleeps now...

[VWGal]

Swag, hope you get a new pair of your favourite Rockports. When I know a shoe works for me, then I try to get a couple other pairs as replacements! How Imelda of me....

[mamaroux]

Just to follow up here, I hate my new Keen Napali sandals.

Wore 'em all day Friday and Saturday walking around FQF, and by mid-afternoon, the soles of my feet really hurt. I'd walked 5 miles and it felt like I'd walked 30.

They look good, and are fine for walking the dog or going to the grocery, but at least for my feet, clearly they are not the right sandal for days with lots of walking/standing/dancing.

My old sandals are Rockports. Several years of Fests in them, now the soles are wearing down and the velcro is only semi-sticky. I'm off to the mall today to look for a replacement pair.

utoh... I haven't really worn mine yet, and today my feet are very very swollen ... ya gots me scared, sweetie... yikes.

[glinda]

This thread continues to inform. So cool! Happy feet are truly the foundation of a good festexperience. Since Swag started the updates, here's mine.

Been wearing my new and old sandals the last few days to check for comfort and break them in. Here's my report:

The Keen Venice sandals I bought last year still are very comfortable & supportive, but like last year due to a bad ankle they make my foot swell from the strap around the ankle. Can't wear em longer than a couple hours. Even tried stretching with large objects. Damn, no go for me. probly good for others tho. Anyone need a size 10?

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u52/glinda411/keengreen.jpg
Then there are last year's favs, Born sandals, I bought a replacement pair cuz they were so perfect for me. Best arch support ever. Still good, hurray!

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u52/glinda411/bornbrown.jpg
Another new Keen pair, very comfy, cushy & arch support, but they come off rather easily. Not sure if they're festworthy. Cute tho and they hide my ugly toes:
http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u52/glinda411/keenred.jpg
And lastly, I wanted a black pair, very comfy, possibly festworthy. Still testing these, but they have that great Born arch supprt. Looks like a winner:
http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u52/glinda411/bornblack.jpg

[mamaroux]

This thread continues to inform. So cool! Happy feet are truly the foundation of a good festexperience. Since Swag started the updates, here's mine.

Been wearing my new and old sandals the last few days to check for comfort and break them in. Here's my report:

The Keen Newports I bought last year still are very comfortable & supportive, but like last year due to a bad ankle they make my foot swell from the strap around the ankle. Can't wear em longer than a couple hours. Even tried stretching with large objects. Damn, no go for me. probly good for others tho. Anyone need a size 10?

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u52/glinda411/keengreen.jpg
Then there are last year's favs, Born sandals, I bought a replacement pair cuz they were so perfect for me. Best arch support ever. Still good, hurray!

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u52/glinda411/bornbrown.jpg
Another new Keen pair, very comfy, cushy & arch support, but they come off rather easily. Not sure if they're festworthy. Cute tho and they hide my ugly toes:
http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u52/glinda411/keenred.jpg
And lastly, I wanted a black pair, very comfy, possibly festworthy. Still testing these, but they have that great Born arch supprt. Looks like a winner:
http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u52/glinda411/bornblack.jpg

I bought the Newports (CORRECTION>>>no I didn't... I bought the Venice H2!) in a 10, in red, I'm hoping they are comfortable... if you need to get rid of 'em I'd be more than willing to take 'em off your hands!
I just decided to STOP taking the celebrex that the foot surgeon put me on...seems that just may be what has been causing so much of my swelling. It is one of the side effects and they tell you to stop taking it if your legs, hands and feet swell... and mine sure have.

[glinda]

Oops, yep, mine are Venice also. I'd be happy to give you the sandals, mama. Gonna give em one more try, because I hate to give up on em, but I think it's useless. They gotta feel good for HOURS to work for fest.

[mamaroux]

Oops, yep, mine are Venice also. I'd be happy to give you the sandals, mama. Gonna give em one more try, because I hate to give up on em, but I think it's useless. They gotta feel good for HOURS to work for fest.

absolutely! I hope they end up working, really... we can be shoe twins! :) If not... well we've got a deal! ;)

[Zydekitten]

While reading the TP on line, Calif. Drawstrings on Royal Street is advertising that they have New Orleans Saints Crocs at $34.99. They are black crocs with the gold backstrap with the Fleu De Lis & Saints logo. Gonna check them out when I hit town Thursday.
Ooooh, I'll have to check dose out too, when I get into NOLA day after tomorrow!!!

As for Keen's - I been wearing my Newports and Taos models this past week and they're SO comfy, it's not even funny!!! I loves them . . . but getting the right fit (as they tend to run small) is a big deal regarding one's satisfaction with them.

Life is too short for uncomfortable foots!! :D

[Rossvegas]

I'm off to shop for some Keens this week. I have a pair of Airwalks that LOOK like some of the Keen models (they have the rubber toe and heel cup thing) and when I insert my Birkenstock insoles, they seem to do the trick.

As I've said before, I think the real enemy of the feet (and the biggest catalyst for developing plantar fasciitis) is any shoe that allows the heel to slip from side to side. I tried Crocs once and they scared the hell out of me for that reason - they felt great under my feet, but I could just see all those ligaments stretching and tearing as they moved side to side along that soft spongy sole of theirs.

Dance safely, y'all!

[Ollie]

Funkjunkie -- How do you have used glasses made into sunglasses? That sounds really fun.

[sophisticated sissy]

Good luck with your shoes, everyone!
I bought a pair of the keens, too. Me no like. They felt fine at the store, but when I wore them for a little while, I knew they were wrong for me. I have high arches, but I don't know if that's part of the problem or not.

They are so cute, though. But I gave them to my daughter and she loves them, so happy ending!:)

[pokerchick66]

Good luck with your shoes, everyone!
I bought a pair of the keens, too. Me no like. They felt fine at the store, but when I wore them for a little while, I knew they were wrong for me. I have high arches, but I don't know if that's part of the problem or not.

They are so cute, though. But I gave them to my daughter and she loves them, so happy ending!:)

I love Tallulah Bankhead!

[sophisticated sissy]

Me, too, poker! I found the most outrageous cloche that reminds me of her at a vintage clothing store. It is green & gold, made with ribbons, by Christian Dior. I want to wear it at the Fairgrounds, but I'm afraid it will get ruined.

[KudzuQueen]

I just read this whole thread. I just bought Keen's too! How weird.

I got "Malibu" just to wear to JF.

[PrincessMeow]

http://www.webpak.net/~ricksha/images/images/Red%20Stiletto%20art%20conveyance.jpg

is that Peter Paige driving?

[Zbonnie]

Okay, everybody, let's have a debriefing about what shoes worked and what shoes didn't work for festing -- daytime and nighttime. My purple mesh sneakers were surprisingly good, particularly because they were cooler (e.g., less hot) than my various leather sneakers, and I wore them considerably more than planned. Of course, it didn't hurt that I had at least two purple fest outfits with me, but I wore them with other colors too.

[Lester_leaps_in]

Okay, everybody, let's have a debriefing about what shoes worked and what shoes didn't work for festing -- daytime and nighttime. My purple mesh sneakers were surprisingly good, particularly because they were cooler (e.g., less hot) than my various leather sneakers, and I wore them considerably more than planned. Of course, it didn't hurt that I had at least two purple fest outfits with me, but I wore them with other colors too.


My footwear lesson learned concerns my Teva Sandels. Being from the frozen yankee-land, I hadn't had a chance to wear them since last summer. They worked great until I started getting blisters. Bandaids helped, but I ended up switching to sneaks.

Next year, I'll make sure that I wear them some to break in my feet ahead of time, even if I have to wear them in the snow. (Nah, not in the snow.)

[saturn]

I wore my Reeboks a lot and they did well. My Crocs also worked well for the fairground, especially on the r##ny day.

For the evenings, I wore an old pair of cute little leather sneaker things I bought cheap -- and they were very comfortable.

I took other sandals, but rarely wore them -- only for dining out, etc.

[where yat brah]

Get your Saints' Crocs now for next year's JF.
http://www.nflshop.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2592597&cp=2237608.2246026&parentPage=family
Oh, and if you think you have ugly feet, check out Nicol Richey's boats:
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u148/coastalp/nicole.jpg

[bluesmama]

I wore my Reeboks a lot and they did well. My Crocs also worked well for the fairground, especially on the r##ny day.

For the evenings, I wore an old pair of cute little leather sneaker things I bought cheap -- and they were very comfortable.

I took other sandals, but rarely wore them -- only for dining out, etc.

i wore my croc thong sandals & another pair of thongs each day @ fest, i wear thongs most of the time, so i had no problrms
my crocs seem to get very slippery when wet - saturn, i was wondering if you had this problem on the r**n day

[where yat brah]

i wear thongs most of the time, so i had no problrms
my crocs seem to get very slippery when wet

and your thongs don't??
no i dit-unt just say that. :eek:

[Amy Winette]

Paul Sanchez was wearing his Saints crocs during his LMF set :)

I hadn't worn my chacos flip flops before the first time I wore them at fest and I did get a blister inside my toe that hurt until it heeled up, then they were very comfy.

I ended up wearing my sketchers that I got for Mardi Gras quite a bit as they were broken in, but they did get a little sweaty and smelly by the end.

Probably spent less than 2 hours this trip in high heels (drat!), of course I also rarely showered or put on make up, there just didn't seem to be time!

[glinda]

My feet had a very happy fest. All the sandals pictured a few posts above worked out great. The Keen Venice and both Borns for festing, the Keen huaraches for hanging out/evenings. So those Keen Venice worked out just fine afterall, even in the r**n. They stayed on my feet, and weren't slippery at all. Sorry, mamaroux, I'm keeping em!

I think it also helped that I switched 'em around, didn't wear the same pair every day. No blisters. And now I am set for my summer footwear. Happy feet, happy feet.

[bluedog]

I brought every sandal under the sun with me but only wore my r**nboots on last fri and my crocs everyday after that at JF .... schlepping around the FQ I wore my Reefs flip flops ... no problems what so evah! I am liking these though not for JF!

http://www.zappos.com/images/729/7291180/4974-358084-p.jpg

[NYMAMA]

I wore my cheap o ka bashi thongs everyday at the fest and other leather thongs at night . I did start breaking in my winter feet to summer thongs about a month before fest so I didn't have any blisters this time.

[pokerchick66]

Probably spent less than 2 hours this trip in high heels (drat!), of course I also rarely showered or put on make up, there just didn't seem to be time!

ROFLMAO! This is why I love you.

[funkkjunkie]

Wore my new balance every day at fest and around the quarter, with the inserts Bonnie recommended. Wore my Naot sandals with the inch heel at night. My feet did fine but were, and still are, really worn to a frazzle. Sore and tired from all that walking, standing and dancing! My massage therapist had to spend a lot of time on my feet wednesday after fest. They were screaming at her.

[rosetree]

My Crocs rocked!!!!
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q98/rosetreeglass/crocs.jpg
Working inside the beer ring at Ms. Lena's was a wet mess and they were great. During the storm on Friday and afterwards in the muck, they also were good to have. I did not notice any back fatigue standing on the cement for hours either.

[Belle]

I wore my cheap o ka bashi thongs everyday at the fest and other leather thongs at night . I did start breaking in my winter feet to summer thongs about a month before fest so I didn't have any blisters this time.


Whoo Hoo me too baby.

Brought my Tevas but they hurt so I wore the same old Walmart cute flip flops because they didn't hurt and they were cute!!!

[mamaroux]

Get your Saints' Crocs now for next year's JF.
http://www.nflshop.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2592597&cp=2237608.2246026&parentPage=family
Oh, and if you think you have ugly feet, check out Nicol Richey's boats:
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u148/coastalp/nicole.jpg

I almost bought Saint's or LSU crocs on Magazine. There's a uniform store, just a couple stores up from Slim Goodies and they had them both in there... and lots of fleur de lys stuff, earrings, bracelets and tops, too. If I find my receipt, I'll post the name of the place.

[mamaroux]

My feet had a very happy fest. All the sandals pictured a few posts above worked out great. The Keen Venice and both Borns for festing, the Keen huaraches for hanging out/evenings. So those Keen Venice worked out just fine afterall, even in the r**n. They stayed on my feet, and weren't slippery at all. Sorry, mamaroux, I'm keeping em!

I think it also helped that I switched 'em around, didn't wear the same pair every day. No blisters. And now I am set for my summer footwear. Happy feet, happy feet.

Oh honey, I'm glad they worked! LOL I wore my keens only one day. The heel strap just bothered the site of the incision to much. I wore my Nothinz several times, and when I took off the Keens, I put them on. Otherwise I wore my Easy Spirit mule/clog type walking shoes, they have removable inner soles, so I put my orthodics under them, and the heel lift for the bad foot. They worked out pretty good. I've actually been sort of living in them because the scar is really tender... tender enough that the doc shot some cortizone in there on Monday to try to break up the scar tissue that seems to be forming and driving me nuts. Those keens of yours were really cute, so I'm glad you're going to get some use out of them...

of course, if you change your mind, you know where to find me! LOL ;)

[mamaroux]

My Crocs rocked!!!!
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q98/rosetreeglass/crocs.jpg
Working inside the beer ring at Ms. Lena's was a wet mess and they were great. During the storm on Friday and afterwards in the muck, they also were good to have. I did not notice any back fatigue standing on the cement for hours either.

Wow, that's saying a lot! all that time on concrete can work havoc on your legs and back!

[Corona]

my feet failed me bad...that's why I missed 2nd weekend meet ups. Just couldn't walk there from Gentilly Sat. ....it was rough. Funkkjunkie gave me a great reflexology foot massage at Roux ga Roux though. I love ya girl!!!

[zydecohog]

I wore my leather tennis shoes i.e. sneakers which I wear to work. Good for work or "play" in the grass or mud. Easy to clean off the mud.
zydecohog

[pokerchick66]

Jada, I would like to thank you for turning me on to the TEVA mush thongs. They were great for fest and I can't take them off now! :p

[jolie]

I brought every sandal under the sun with me but only wore my r**nboots on last fri and my crocs everyday after that at JF .... schlepping around the FQ I wore my Reefs flip flops ... no problems what so evah! I am liking these though not for JF!

http://www.zappos.com/images/729/7291180/4974-358084-p.jpg

Bluedog....I love those..I want them...What are they???

[Corona]

Jada, I would like to thank you for turning me on to the TEVA mush thongs. They were great for fest and I can't take them off now! :p
The Teva mush were fanastic as well as the leather Chaco flip flops.....those were the only 2 pairs where my feet hurt bad but wasn't ready to have a meltdown about the pain. Having said that,I did NOT baby my feet, was at fest or out all day during the day and then 10 out of 12 nights we strolled in between 4 and 5 a.m. I don't think any shoes would have worked.

Having said that the Keens almost killed me....way too flat and orthotics slip out the back...those were bad bad bad......hot tub foot therapy and pain pills several times a day to get through :(

[ozzie]

I failed miserably in the shoe department... ackshally the whole standing up department was almost beyond me! Tried my shoes out beforehand, but alas I ended up with the mother of all blisters (bigger than a frisbee)... Still, there were only 500 or so posts advising of appropriate footwear so it's not like I had fair warning. Jeeeesh!

[glinda]

Oh honey, I'm glad they worked! LOL I wore my keens only one day. The heel strap just bothered the site of the incision to much. I wore my Nothinz several times, and when I took off the Keens, I put them on. Otherwise I wore my Easy Spirit mule/clog type walking shoes, they have removable inner soles, so I put my orthodics under them, and the heel lift for the bad foot. They worked out pretty good. I've actually been sort of living in them because the scar is really tender... tender enough that the doc shot some cortizone in there on Monday to try to break up the scar tissue that seems to be forming and driving me nuts. Those keens of yours were really cute, so I'm glad you're going to get some use out of them...

of course, if you change your mind, you know where to find me! LOL ;)
Woa, mamaroux, hope your foot heals up. That scar tissue build up can be deadly. I have a real talent for amassing large quantities of it, it can really get in the way of mobility. Keep massaging it - Vitamin E oil is good...

[Zbonnie]

I wore my cheap o ka bashi thongs everyday at the fest and other leather thongs at night . I did start breaking in my winter feet to summer thongs about a month before fest so I didn't have any blisters this time.I love my Okabashi sandals, which I wear as shower*/beach/pool shoes. Never thought to actually wear them to walk in; might have to try it.

*Each and every time I shower someplace other than home in my bare feet, or even walk on a bathroom floor barefoot, no matter how fancy the place or clean it appears, I wind up with athlete's foot between my toes at home a few days later. Hence, slippers on at all times in the room, Okabashi's in the shower. TMI?:o

[Goose]

I am another teva mush thong lover but I ended up wearing crocs (bought them new pre-fest) out to the fairgrounds this year. I must say they were awesome and very comfortable. They worked well...esp since some areas around the fairgrounds were wet/muddy from the r***.

[bluedog]

Bluedog....I love those..I want them...What are they???

they are BORN - Tudela

http://www.zappos.com/n/p/p/7291180/c/278.html

I gotta get me a pair too! :p

Sorry to hear about ya'll's foot pain! GET WELL SOON! I'm still shocked that I didn't have any problems with the Crocs. They just didn't seem like they were gonna cut it for my foot issues but they are very light so it felt like I hardly had anything on my foot! Extremely happy with them now! I brought my Chaccos too but those were just too heavy to be walkin' in ALL day. I usually reserve those for sittin' in a canoe sippin' beers while lazily paddlin' down river:D

[piscesgirl]

http://www.shoesdirect.co.uk/acatalog/kee_sarasota(bison).jpg



These are the Keen Sarasota's I got to try for Fest this year. Let me just say, they freakin' rocked!!!! I wore them several days and had no problems at all.

[funkkjunkie]

Alright. Yall did it. I'm going shopping at zappos. bye.

[Zbonnie]

Uh oh, how bad was the damage, Vicki?:rolleyes:

[funkkjunkie]

Whew, no damage yet. I just looked. I saw a couple I may order. I love that no worries policy.

[Zydekitten]

Okay, everybody, let's have a debriefing about what shoes worked and what shoes didn't work for festing -- daytime and nighttime. My purple mesh sneakers were surprisingly good, particularly because they were cooler (e.g., less hot) than my various leather sneakers, and I wore them considerably more than planned. Of course, it didn't hurt that I had at least two purple fest outfits with me, but I wore them with other colors too.
Well, I almost had a very unhappy foot story for this year's Fest - as my first night there was the Big Easy awards and I was helping my NOLA friend/hostess Gloria (who is the executive producer of the awards) seat attendees . . . looking totally cute in some slammin' high heel evening wedges by Aerosoles (comfy, right? - NOT!!) that gave me SUCH terrible blisters on the sides of my pinky toe and on the balls of both feet, that I was afraid of how my feet would be for the upcoming first Fest weekend!!

Luckily, my trusty Crocs really came through like champs and were totally comfy - even during the second Friday deluge at Ms. Lena's flooding! Also, my Keens did great and I bought some gorgeous Those Shoes from That Guy right near Rosy's booth (that are SO incredibly comfortable), I also had some Okabashi flip-flops that I had bought just before Jazzfest - they did okay, but not as comfy as the Crocs/Keens combos.

[Zbonnie]

Thanks for the follow-up report, and ouchies on the blisters! Wow, Those Shoes from That Guy, huh? Never hoid of 'em! (I was too busy to do much fest shopping, but might need to check those out.) Website?

[Corona]

Thanks for the follow-up report, and ouchies on the blisters! Wow, Those Shoes from That Guy, huh? Never hoid of 'em! (I was too busy to do much fest shopping, but might need to check those out.) Website?
my feet sucked so bad at Crawfish Fest...I really don't know what to do anymore. Sitting would likely be a good place to start....do you think it's my feet or because I never sit? It's not just the PF, they are just sore all over no matter what shoes I wear....

[Zbonnie]

my feet sucked so bad at Crawfish Fest...I really don't know what to do anymore. Sitting would likely be a good place to start....do you think it's my feet or because I never sit? It's not just the PF, they are just sore all over no matter what shoes I wear....Poor baby, don't know what to tell ya besides what's already been said here a million times.

Last night I saw someone wearing a really nice and supportive looking sandal. The brand name was Theresia M; she thinks they might be German. They're also $100+, but they're the style I've been searching high and low for (a wide band with velcro across the top of the foot, with an adjustable ankle strap).

[funkkjunkie]

You can have surgery for the PF. You can also wear New Balance shoes every day until they are healed. I guess you are still doing the exercises and taking an anti inflammatory? That's all I know. It's not cute but it works. Sorry, hunni.

[Carolina Beadhead]

my feet sucked so bad at Crawfish Fest...I really don't know what to do anymore. Sitting would likely be a good place to start....do you think it's my feet or because I never sit? It's not just the PF, they are just sore all over no matter what shoes I wear....

My guess it's being on your feet so much.

When I started working at the store and walking 6-8 hours at a time, I had to get shoes with LOTS of cushion and bounce in the soles. Keds, flip-flops, leather bottom sandals just wouldn't cut it... I'd be hobbling by the end of the day.

If I were you, the FIRST thing I'd try is NOT GOING BAREFOOT. :D