Maybe it's happened? I can maybe finally be faithful! Can I be happy with no longer cheating and experimenting with another. Am I brave enough to shout it out to the world and say I'm in love! Am I ready to be loyal and committed?
Shoes, people, shoes.
In December, I went to a local running store that was closing as it moved locations, but remaining open for a few months as a clearance center. The guy there spent almost an hour with me going through their remaining selection of shoes to see if anything would work. Couldn't decide between two different pairs, so I got both.
I started out wearing the Brooks pair, which I really liked, but after having a pretty slushy run last week with warmer temps and melting snow, they were pretty wet still the next day. I decided to wear the Pearl Izumis for my run last Thursday. Now I remember why I couldn't decide -- they both feel awesome! I seriously contemplated what I should do for Sunday's long run, but stuck with the Pearls since my orthotics were already in them, and it was early in the morning. They didn't disappoint! So right now I have 2 pairs of relatively new shoes.
Sunday afternoon Jay and I were running around getting some errands done, and we passed by the clearance store. He said we should go take a look to see what they might have left since I have enjoyed the shoes I'm in before they close for good. No more Brooks in my size, 2 pair of Pearl Izumi's left, both my size, and Sunday was literally the last day and $60 off the retail price! With 35 minutes left to spare, I scored myself two extra pairs of shoes!
Last night, Jay came home and asked me if I had an empty shoe box for his daughter's school project; I giggled... he responded with "...nevermind."
I'll try to hit the 'mill for today's run, since it's wet, cold, snowy, rainy weather out, and I'm barely holding onto what little of my voice I have left. It's made for an interesting day of teaching...
Happy Wednesday! :)
28 comments:
That shoe score is still pretty amazing. I hope you end up loving both.
way to go on the shoe discount! I love getting shoes...ok fine I love getting running shoes...ok fine I love getting running shoes that I have tried before and know are wonderful, they make me want to run more!
$60 off?! Danggggg that's one sweet deal chica ;D
Holy crap, girl! You must have quite the collection of shoes going on.
Glad to hear you found some that work for you.
I love my Brooks! Anyway, I know what you mean about loyalty. I'm that way about my bike shop.
Love love love love shoes!
Glad to hear you found TWO pairs that fulfill you ;)
I love new running shoes. Especially love them on sale.
have i mentioned that i have 2 extra pairs in my closet from sales? yeah. and i'd do it again (buy another pair) if the price was right. LOL
yay more new shoes! now you're like me with about 4 pairs in the rotation/on deck. :) sweet deals sure don't hurt either!
Way to stock up -- you'll be set on shoes for a while (or not, you really can never have too many).
I wanna try the Sacauny brand so bad, but I can't leave my Asics!!! They're the only brand I've ever had!!!!
I'm a serial monogamist when it comes to shoes. For years it was Asics, now I've been running in Mizunos for about 2 years. And I currently only have one new pair waiting, while I alternate two pairs. I'd totally buy another if the price was right!
All that to say, YAY for new shoes LOL.
Hmmm, do you think if I convince a child care center to do arts and crafts with shoe boxes, they'll fund the shoes? :)
Hope the newbies treat you well!
Yay on the discount shoes. I totally love the idea of discount (or free) shoes!!! Now, where can I find me one (or 2) of those?
Good deal chica!!!!
Nothing like loving your running kicks!!!
Yes you defintely scored!
4 new pairs of shoes!!! Holy crap.
Your so lucky.
Awwww... I hope you're all very happy together. You and your shoes, that is!
*giggle*
Congrats on getting such a fab deal!
Man, what is it with you chix and shoes? I mean, they're just SHOES!!1!
Plus, I thought you Canadians wore nothing but mukluks? What are you - a Canadian rebel of some sort?
What a great deal! Now you don't have to worry about new running shoes for quite some time, given that you have 4 pairs, all either almost new or completely new!!!
WOOOOO i love new running shoes :) i have 2 pairs of new ones in my closet right now too! yay
O my shoe fetish! haha. Give them equal time or they will get mad at ya!
Nice score on the shoes!!! Glad to hear you like the Pearl Izumis so much. I am a faithful Asics girl - Kayanos for me!
Sweet deal!! It's great to have shoes you can count on.
Great, great post! When you run as many miles as we do, it is really important to try and keep the feet as happy as possible. and the toenails as well for that matter. 2 different shoes that are comfy is amazing as I will admit to being a cheater... about shoes that is!
Best of luck.
Sweet deal on the shoes. I am still trying to find my perfect pair I can be faithful to.
Smart move. If you love the shoes, but as many pairs as you can. They usually never make the next model quite the same.
are you talking about the RR at Yonge and HWY 7? It's five minutes from where a work and i'm sort of mad that it's moving. It was so convenient.
Oooooh, new shoes! And a deal? AWESOME! :-)
EWWWWW!!! You raked it in girlie. Way to go! Enjoy those new shoes...got any in a size 8????? LOL
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