WHICH SHOES SHOULD I WEAR (or what is appropriate)???

Well, since we had the discussion about the shoes of the Holocaust, I decided to write another shoe blog.

I work in a hospital. Now-a-days most health care professionals wear either clogs or sneakers. They look nice. They aren't as professional as their white oxford predecessors, but they are OK. However, the nurses in my particular office are allowed to wear street clothes with lab jackets over-top, so the shoes can be anything from spike high-heels to sneakers. We are not allowed sandals and flip-flops for the obvious reason. And -- now you see a lot of Croc's (fake Croc's) and as much as I am a fan of them around the house, wearing them out in public should be banned.

Now I have to clue you in on a conversation I overheard today in my office. Two nurses and a social worker were discussing their "foot" issues. Apparently with today's fashion nonsense, the health of our feet is the last thing we think about. Therefore, foot doctors and shoe manufacturers are making all the money. One particular person is presently undergoing a CAT scan to see what her foot problem is. She said her doctor told her to wear her sneakers because she has a stress fracture and the tight lacing would support her foot. Her response to her co-workers about this was "...well, it isn't very fashionable, but I'll have to do it for now..." What is wrong with sneakers? They cost more than just about any shoe out there if you buy a decent pair, they can be washed in the washing machine which certainly makes them more hygienic, they come in so many colors and styles that you can wear them anywhere. Yes -- even to church because I'm sure God doesn't care -- his Son wore strapy sandals if I recall.

Anyway, wear those sneakers, wear those Doc's, wear those clunky oxfords, wear those spike-high heels if you so desire. Even wear your Croc's (at home); but don't be ashamed.

I would be more upset if I couldn't afford shoes for my feet. (Oh yeah, and don't forget washing or polishing ... nothing takes away from appearance any worse than sloppy feet.)