Something Other than Uggs

My main reason to go to Australia would be for the country side. I want to go there badly. It is on my list of places to see before I go to the great shoe store in the sky. I would of course be wearing Uggs or Blundstones. What else would I be wearing? They tend to be kind of expensive but then again they are all real leather. I would be okay with that because it is all about the shoes. I would be even more happy because of the wonderful deals I would get on Sydney Hotels. Can you believe there are specials that run only $79.00 per day? That is at the Metro Inn Edgecliff. That is most economical, so I could spend a little more on shoes. Sydney can accommodate the traveler looking for a five star hotel to the student who is looking to stay at a hostel.

It is nice to know that affordable hotels are available in Sydney and in other cities all over Australia. Take the Darling Harbour Hotels. This area is one of the main tourist hangouts with lots of restaurants, exhibits and nightlife. There are bargains that start as low as Fr. AUD 130. There are lots of attactions all within walking distance of the area hotels. Some of the hotels there also offer free inclusions during your stay with them. There are even last minute deals to be had and special offers with 21 days of arrival.

North Sydney Hotels are located with the business district. There is train and bus service that can take you to the city or to and from the airport. If you choose to walk, you can be back in the city in twenty minutes and five minutes by cab. So even staying there, a little furthur out is not an inconvenience. You still have easy access to all the attractions of the city. In North Sydney the accomodations are guest houses, apartment, flats and some hostels. When staying there ask about free inclusions like parking, internet access, breakfasts and gyms. You might not even want to leave the hotel at all if the services at the lodging are very nice.

With all these deals and freebies, ther is not reason not to have a grand time in Australia. Economical and quality accomodations are just a few clicks away.

What I do is kick them in the pants with a diamond buckled shoe!
~~Aileen Mehle~~

School Shoe Drama

Im mid August my nephew was visiting and my mother too him out on a $600 shopping spree like he did not have any parents to buy him school clothes. No problem with that. But, if you do for one grandchild like that you have to do the same for the other and that was not done. When we were all out together, I suggested that she go ahead and get dirty Fila her school shoes. That request was refused. My mother said that she would get them later. Well, there is no time like the present in my book. You have the purse strings open for one grandchild, they need to be open for the other.

Well, of course later never came. She never did get her anythign for school at all and never suggested we go out to get anything for her. School is now in session. I knew that my mother would do that as my nephew is her favorite and she shows him all sorts of extra attention that she never turns to my child's way. dirty Fila felt bad. I spoke to her and told her not to worry. I would be able to get all of her school things and all the shoes she wanted as well. To begin the school year she wanted two pairs of Sperry Topsiders. I got her both. These are the ones.

She got these and all was right in the world again for her. Me? I still believe it was wrong for my mother not to do for one grandchild as she has for another.

What I do is kick them in the pants with a diamond buckled shoe!
~~Aileen Mehle~~

Nikes for the American Indian

Nike unveiled Tuesday what it said is the first shoe designed specifically for American Indians, an effort aiming at promoting physical fitness in a population with high obesity rates.

The Beaverton-based company says the Air Native N7 is designed with a larger fit for the distinct foot shape of American Indians, and has a culturally specific look. It will be distributed solely to American Indians; tribal wellness programs and tribal schools nationwide will be able to purchase the shoe at wholesale price and then pass it along to individuals, often at no cost.

"Nike is aware of the growing health issues facing Native Americans," said Sam McCracken, manager of Nike's Native American Business program. "We are stepping up our commitment ... to elevate the issue of Native American health and wellness."

Nike designers and researchers looked at the feet of more than 200 people from more than 70 tribes nationwide and found that in general, American Indians have a much wider and taller foot than the average shoe accommodates. The average shoe width of men and women measured was three width sizes larger than the standard Nike shoe.

As a result, the Air Native is wider with a larger toe box. The shoe has fewer seams for irritation and a thicker sock liner for comfort.

What I do is kick them in the pants with a diamond buckled shoe!
~~Aileen Mehle~~

Hoteles en Spain!

Last year dirty Fila's middle school class tried to get a group to go to Spain. It did not get off the ground because it cost too much and the money was needed right at the start of the school year. It sounded fantastic but I had to say no to that one. Now in the future, I plan to let her go and me too. I want to go to Spain. I just want to travel period! Barcelona and Madrid are definitely two places I want to go.

Where would I stay once I got there? What are the prices like? Well wonder no more. Hoteles en Barcelona run the fill gamut from one star hotels that cost 18 eur to five star places that cost a lot more. There is something in a price range to fit every budget. There are even special free incentives and even great deals on last minute bookings. Spain has alot to offer from the beaches to the city. It seems that it is the place to go with many ways to get there whether it be by plane, car or train.

Hotels in Madrid can be so economical because Cheaper than Hotels offers year round pricing due to the fact that they have formed excellent working relationships with leading hotel chains and thousands of hotels across the globe. That allows them to bring the best competitive prices to their guests. You can even get last minute deals that come with freebees like free parking and even some meals. If it is within 20 days of your arrival, last mintue bookings are available with full payment due once you arrive. You just need to reserve the accomodations on line with a booking fee or deposit.

Lines are manned 24 hours a day and there are even bilingual staff there to help with any language barriers. Hotels in Barcelona are just as economical. It is very easy to book. Just fill in the dates of your arrival and departure and where you want to go. Once you hit the search button, it will bring you all the results of hotels and other things available during the time you want to go. That is ease in travel. With the web that trip to Spain will be a breeze. So eb sure to check out cheaper than hotels.

What I do is kick them in the pants with a diamond buckled shoe!
~~Aileen Mehle~~

Spanish Shoes

I have begun to take up Spanish again. I took it for 8 very long years and got very good at it. In the past 8 years I have not really used it and it is now leaving me. I want to become very conversational again. Especially with dirty Fila taking it now in high school--the advanced class. She has had it for the last 3 years in middle school.

I want to be fluent because I think she has a school trip to Costa Rica this summer. I want to go as a chaperone and I want to be able to speak the language just as well as she does. I found a great book that comes with a CD.. Spanish Now. So far so good. I will be soon be wearing my flamingo shoes!

What I do is kick them in the pants with a diamond buckled shoe!
~~Aileen Mehle~~

It's Me Again

It has been awhile. I have been very busy with all sorts of non-blog like things. I have missed being here. And guess what? In the interim I have bought some new shoes and have finally worn some I have been saving until the fall. New but have never been worn. I want to get back to comign more frequently. I plan to do so. This had been a fun place to come to when things were stressful. Shoes can take my stress away.

I have also had some odd shoe encounters. Very odd. More to come.

What I do is kick them in the pants with a diamond buckled shoe!
~~Aileen Mehle~~