Upon a recent visit to The Walking Company I fell in love with the numerous styles and colors of comfortable shoes. Sure, there were the traditional walking brands, like Clarks, Birkenstock and New Balance, but I was blown away by the variety of stylish sandals. For once a girl can be cute and comfortable at the same time!
With the help of the sales assistance, I had my feet scanned for a proper fit and within seconds, a high tech analysis had measured me as a size 39, also known as an 8 US.
I tried on a few pairs and it was love at first step. I even tweeted about them.
The prices of shoes at The Walking Company compare to your average running shoes, therefore, I experienced no sticker shock. However, I needed new running shoes before fancy, fun sandals and I had to overrule any purchases based upon need vs. want. Like a good consumer, I left the store empty handed, but with very sad feet.
A few hours later, I received an email from The Walking Company stating they would like to send me a pair of ABEO Biomechanical Footwear shoes. I only needed to visit the site and make a selection.
You’re joking? No need to tell me twice. I was on it like a fashionista famished for new shoes.
When I visited the site, I discovered the most amazing thing. The Walking Company sells shoes specific to plantar faciistis. I had died and gone to shoe heaven, because my feet would be walking on clouds this summer.
Much like my experience in the store, there were so many fun styles online. After clicking through the site, I decided upon a fun color for summer: the ABEO Sunrise Red Reptile.
Now, I could share with you all the high-tech terminology and features of the shoes, but that’s all listed on the website. You only need to know one thing: I love them.
My Red Reptile ABEO Sunrise shoes are so comfortable. I don’t have any heel pain when I wear them. I can walk in them for hours and never feel a twinge of pain from plantar fasciitis. It’s like wearing running shoes, only much more stylish. I can dress them up or down by coordinating the shoes with a sundress or shorts. I can wear them to church, the mall, the park, the beach, an amusement park or restaurant.
Anything goes with a Sunrise (even a glass of red wine and purple toenail polish), but it’s the trendy comfort that makes this so fitting for my active mother runner lifestyle.
*I received these shoes as a gift from The Walking Company and I received no compensation for my review. This review was offered in return for The Walking Company’s generosity.*
I am ridiculously excited about St. Patrick’s Day falling on a Saturday this year because there’s no work or after school activities to get in the way of our Irish beer consumption. Although my girls and I do have a 5K race in the morning, it won’t be long before I’m finishing off a green beer after crossing the finish line.
In the past few weeks, Run DMT has been spotlighted on several websites and it’s giving me a big head.
If I dress as Belle, I’ll wear a yellow running skirt, matching yellow top, a tiara and carry a red rose.
I also have the Frankefooter Half Marathon in October, which requires another special outfit. I’ve been perusing the Halloween aisle at Target to check what costumes have been added to the displays. No Glee Cheerios Cheerleader costume yet but there’s tons of candy. Last week, I bought a bag of Twix and this week I bought candy corn. Craptastic. If I don’t get running soon, my ass is going be a scary sight. No costume necessary because with my cheesy grin, I’ll look like a Jack-o-latern.
