SilentJoy Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 I like Strictly Comfort, too. They have a variety of styles; I don't know if they're still selling my favorite, which was a very handsome lace-up pump with leather uppers and a very solid sole/heel, but I bought them used and they've still lasted for several years. One of the Religious Sisters of Mercy asked me where I got them, so they must look an awful lot like nun shoes. :smile2: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentJoy Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 I like Strictly Comfort, too. They have a variety of styles; I don't know if they're still selling my favorite, which was a very handsome lace-up pump with leather uppers and a very solid sole/heel, but I bought them used and they've still lasted for several years. One of the Religious Sisters of Mercy asked me where I got them, so they must look an awful lot like nun shoes. :smile2: Maybe I should add that they're very, very quiet on hard floors...no clack-clack-clack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the171 Posted February 5, 2014 Author Share Posted February 5, 2014 Sorry. I just feel like km not ready to get behind SAS, Strictly Comfort, or Easy Spirit type brands. I'm avoiding that until I have to put those on my feet. Pride probably. But also because I have a type of shoe I'm used to. (eg: Chaco, Keen, J-41, etc) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiscerningCatholic Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 Y'all are lucky. Dominicans get stuck with black oxfords and tennis shoes. LOL Although Sr. Briana said, "If you look at our shoes just right, they kinda look like VANS." :hehe: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentJoy Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 (edited) Hello, my name is SilentJoy. You insulted my shoes. Prepare to die. Seriously they're awe-some. Here is a picture (if it works): http://www.ebay.com/itm/111272817980 (edited to include that these are brown AND I JUST BOUGHT THEM this instant, too late :P ; my other ones are black.) Edited February 5, 2014 by SilentJoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sr Mary Catharine OP Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 As someone with enormous foot problems (5 surgeries in 7 years) I really don't like shoes. They have become my enemies! Problem is that I can't walk without 'em! :-( I can remember dreading lace up oxfords. Around here you might even hear, "Wow! Those shoes are pretty ugly. Comfortable?" If the response is YES! The answer is usually something like, "Great, what size are you? Can I try them!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AveMariaPurissima Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 As someone with enormous foot problems (5 surgeries in 7 years) I really don't like shoes. They have become my enemies! Problem is that I can't walk without 'em! :-( I can remember dreading lace up oxfords. Around here you might even hear, "Wow! Those shoes are pretty ugly. Comfortable?" If the response is YES! The answer is usually something like, "Great, what size are you? Can I try them!" I have foot problems too, but fortunately there's a shoe store in my area that specializes in shoes for people with feet problems. They're a little on the expensive side, but very well-made, comfortable, and actually cute! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiscerningCatholic Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 (edited) I hate wearing shoes because I hate wearing shoes. :| Anyone up for starting a community of discalced Dominicans? :P The Nashie postulants were full of jokes about their shoes. "Oh, they're in fashion...just for people about 50 years older than all of us." Edited February 5, 2014 by DiscerningCatholic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentJoy Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 I hate wearing shoes because I hate wearing shoes. :| Anyone up for starting a community of discalced Dominicans? :P The Nashie postulants were full of jokes about their shoes. "Oh, they're in fashion...just for people about 50 years older than all of us." I *thought* I was discerning with some Discalced Carmelites...but one day I called the Monastery to speak with Rev. Mother, and while I was waiting on hold, I heard her coming...clomp-clomp-clomp-clomp-clomp...I thought they were s'posed to walk sedately and wear hemp sandals, but no. :rotfl2: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia Jesu Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 This thread is heel-arious...and helpful! The best footbeds around are found in Merrells and for warm weather, Birkenstocks (though I must admit to wearing wool socks with the sandals--on cooler days!) :blush: SMC is right, the focus should be on stability, durability and comfort. Sisters do spend a lot of time on their feet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cartermia Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 What about some discalced Benedictines. Shoes are awful.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the171 Posted February 5, 2014 Author Share Posted February 5, 2014 I wear socks and chacos almost every weekend. #retreatministrylife Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
domenica_therese Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 I hate wearing shoes because I hate wearing shoes. :| Anyone up for starting a community of discalced Dominicans? :P All the yes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comingback Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 Alegria's are good for support and for some cuteness. I'm on my feet a lot (train for a health-related company) and they really help. Plus they are durable. I have a pair that I've had for years and they don't look worn. Plus you can buy a new footbed for them when that wears out and still keep your shoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlySunshine Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 I hate shoes, too, because I have pretty odd feet that were VERY difficult to fit shoes on when I was a kid and are kind of difficult now. I've got a big toe but a slender, narrow foot. I can't wear anything with a large heel or round toe because they cause pain. I used have to get all my shoes at Stride Rite and/or a special shoe store. My SAS sandals look huge on my feet but they are so comfortable that I love them. Most of the time (especially around the house), I go barefoot around the house which is why I got intrigued by the Poor Clare Colettines at first and came to love them for more reasons. Too bad I'm not called to them (or haven't found the right convent). :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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