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Nov 19, 2009
Finding the Right Pair of Shoes to Prevent Foot Injury and Foot Deformity

Finding the Right Pair of Shoes to Prevent Foot Injury and Foot Deformity

A surprising number of Americans have feet that are two different sizes. Some studies estimate the number is upwards of sixty-percent. Many of these people can get away with fitting both feet into the same size shoes. If the feet are just a half-size apart than both feet should be able to comfortably fit as long as you are careful to avoid designs with unusually narrow toe boxes or any shoe that pinches your feet. Even feet that are a full size apart can usually compromise. If the left foot is a seven and the right an eight, then look for that elusive seven and a half!

Again, this requires extra attention when shoe shopping and perhaps a few more trips to the shopping mall in order to find a pair of shoes that actually provides both of your feet with the fit and support they need (and deserve!). You may decide it is worth it to pamper your feet properly and hunt for shoes of two different sizes. After all, feet bear the weight of our entire body, and if we fail to take care of them, more than our feet will suffer. The body will compensate by limping, changing the way the foot strikes the ground, throwing the alignment out of whack or adopting bad posture ¨C to name a few coping mechanism. This, of course, leads to a host of other problems including back pain, sore knees and sore hips.

If your feet are more than one size apart, you really have no choice but to acquire two different sizes of shoes for your two different feet. Most department stores and shoe manufacturers are not prepared to accommodate people like you! Don¡¯t be surprised if they expect you to purchase two pairs of shoes in order to come up with one pair of shoes that fits.
No matter what it takes, finding shoes that properly fit each of your feet is a long term investment. Shoes that are too tight lead to foot injuries and foot deformities such as blisters, calluses, corns, foot ulcers, bunions, hammer toe and claw toe.

Shoes that are too loose also lead to excess chafing on your feet and the development of blisters, calluses, corns, etc. Some of these sore spots on your foot are minor annoyances. Corns and calluses, for example, will go away with time if you dress them in the proper shoes. Other deformities are longer lasting. Hammertoe, for example, leads to the second joint in the second, third or fourth toe becoming permanently bent so that it looks like a hammer.

 


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In Her Shoes DVD Review

In Her Shoes DVD Review

One of the best date films of 2005, In Her Shoes is a dramatic relationship comedy that doesn¡¯t take itself too seriously. Directed by Curtis Hanson, the hand behind such films as 8 Mile (2002), LA Confidential (1997), and The Hand That Rocks The Cradle (1992), the film is successful in a genre where so many of its peers have miserably failed. The casting is superb, and the onscreen interaction between the various characters creates a realistic impression of wavering love and conflict. Based on the novel by Jennifer Weiner, it weaves a tale of two sisters with differing lifestyles and a lifetime of personal baggage¡­

In Her Shoes begins with the latest installment of an ongoing personality clash between sisters Rose (Toni Collette) and Maggie (Cameron Diaz) Feller. When the shy and reserved Rose is approached by the most eligible bachelor in her law firm, the two hit it off quite nicely. But Maggie ruins the affair when she shows up on Rose¡¯s doorstep and steals the man away with her unrelenting flirtations. After constant feuding, Rose kicks Maggie out while contemplating her own future. She takes a leave of absence from her law firm and contemplates dog walking as an alternative career path. Along the way, she encounters another colleague from the firm, Simon Stein (Mark Feuerstein). The two strike up a romantic relationship, but Rose¡¯s past threatens to ruin the whole thing.

Meanwhile, Maggie discovers the two have a long-lost grandmother, Ella Hirsch (Shirley MacLaine), who lives in Florida. With no one left to leech off of, Maggie heads straight for Ella¡¯s retirement community. But Ella has no intention of being a human punching bag, and for the first time in her life, Maggie meets someone who won¡¯t put up with her perpetual self-centeredness and grossly inconsiderate behavior. It¡¯s a stand-off certain to change the lives of everyone involved¡­

Toni Collette is outstanding in the role of the responsible and untrusting sister, Rose. She portrays an overachieving, yet somewhat socially awkward, individual sick of playing the part of parent to her wild and rebellious sister. Her actions are understandable and believable; her reluctance to see Maggie in a new light is well-paced. On an equal note, Cameron Diaz fits the part of the irresponsible, yet likeable, Maggie.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Nov 18, 2009
In Her Shoes DVD Review

In Her Shoes DVD Review

One of the best date films of 2005, In Her Shoes is a dramatic relationship comedy that doesn¡¯t take itself too seriously. Directed by Curtis Hanson, the hand behind such films as 8 Mile (2002), LA Confidential (1997), and The Hand That Rocks The Cradle (1992), the film is successful in a genre where so many of its peers have miserably failed. The casting is superb, and the onscreen interaction between the various characters creates a realistic impression of wavering love and conflict. Based on the novel by Jennifer Weiner, it weaves a tale of two sisters with differing lifestyles and a lifetime of personal baggage¡­

In Her Shoes begins with the latest installment of an ongoing personality clash between sisters Rose (Toni Collette) and Maggie (Cameron Diaz) Feller. When the shy and reserved Rose is approached by the most eligible bachelor in her law firm, the two hit it off quite nicely. But Maggie ruins the affair when she shows up on Rose¡¯s doorstep and steals the man away with her unrelenting flirtations. After constant feuding, Rose kicks Maggie out while contemplating her own future. She takes a leave of absence from her law firm and contemplates dog walking as an alternative career path. Along the way, she encounters another colleague from the firm, Simon Stein (Mark Feuerstein). The two strike up a romantic relationship, but Rose¡¯s past threatens to ruin the whole thing.

Meanwhile, Maggie discovers the two have a long-lost grandmother, Ella Hirsch (Shirley MacLaine), who lives in Florida. With no one left to leech off of, Maggie heads straight for Ella¡¯s retirement community. But Ella has no intention of being a human punching bag, and for the first time in her life, Maggie meets someone who won¡¯t put up with her perpetual self-centeredness and grossly inconsiderate behavior. It¡¯s a stand-off certain to change the lives of everyone involved¡­

Toni Collette is outstanding in the role of the responsible and untrusting sister, Rose. She portrays an overachieving, yet somewhat socially awkward, individual sick of playing the part of parent to her wild and rebellious sister. Her actions are understandable and believable; her reluctance to see Maggie in a new light is well-paced. On an equal note, Cameron Diaz fits the part of the irresponsible, yet likeable, Maggie.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Coordinate Your Look with Beautiful Dyeable Shoes

Coordinate Your Look with Beautiful Dyeable Shoes

 

Dyeable shoes are heaven sent when you want to coordinate your outfit. This is especially true when a bride wants her attending ladies to wear shoes and dresses that complement each other. Traditionally, dyeable shoe options were very basic and limited. They were more practical than fashionable and in most cases were plain and drab looking. Strappy, elegant sandals or high fashion pumps were almost non existent. But today¡¯s dyeable shoe selection is varied enough to satisfy anyone¡¯s style and taste. From the stiletto heeled jeweled sandal to the practical low heeled pump, dyeable shoes deliver.

 

Shoe fabric is important too, and dyeable shoes are not only available in satins or silks. They can be found in a vast range of fabrics or materials that will suit any bridal gown or bridesmaid dress. Before deciding what kind of dyeable shoes are best for your wedding day, take a look at these helpful guidelines.

 

Where to Find Dyeable Shoes

 

Possibly the best spot to look for dyeable shoes is the place where you¡¯re buying your wedding dress. Often, you¡¯ll be able to get an affordable package deal. If not, they should be able to recommend someone in your area who will do a professional job for you.

 

Online stores are a great place to shop for all your wedding requirements. Many of them even offer a full range of shoes in different styles and designs that can be custom coordinated with your dress. You should be able to find shoes and gowns in the same popular seasonal colors.

 

Keep in mind that it¡¯s usually best to choose dyeable shoes that are off-white rather than pure white. Off-white shoes tend to dye more true to color. Be sure to ask for a color swatch of your dress and take it along with you to your professional dyer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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