Life On Lot 12

I would like to introduce you to my first pair of new sandals in many years. To quote the Monkees “And I think I love you.”

As I sit here it is -24C and the ground is frozen hard and covered with many cm. of snow, not normally the conditions that make one want to run out and buy a new pair of sandals. But we are headed south in a couple of weeks and that was the impetus for this purchase. When we get to Cuba I don’t really want to wear socks and shoes all the time (that is what diabetics are urged to do to help protect their feet).  It is going to be hot and sunny and I want to wear as little as possible and that includes on my feet.The other option was to get a pair of Crocs and I am avoiding that option.

I knew what I wanted and where to find them but was having trouble with the cost. I always whine and waffle when it comes to spending money on myself. I found these last fall and immediately fell for them.The big attraction is the toe protection and protecting your feet is a priority for diabetics. Foot injuries can lead to infections and that can lead to BIG problems. Where did that foot go? Anyway, when we were in SSM yesterday I finally went to the store where I saw them months ago. Of course they were not on display but the owner was more than happy to go into the back and dig them out. I tried them on with socks (forgive me Clara) and said to wrap them up. At this point the cost was secondary. I did get a pleasant surprise when I paid for them. This is the 3rd pair of shoes I have purchased from this store in the past couple of years and when the sales person entered my telephone number he told me that I now have a $60.00 credit when I buy my next pair of shoes. Bonus!

So two weeks from now when I am strolling the beaches of Varadero I will be happy and my feet will be cool and well protected.