Monday, June 20, 2011

Blue Monday - Who Needs These Shoes?

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I have to wear yucky custom made shoes. They are not attractive, believe me.



However, when I consider that I do have feet . . .

This picture hangs on the wall where I go to purchase my ugly shoes.










Then, I realize that I have nothing to complain about.


Happy Blue Monday!




60 comments:

Chubskulit Rose said...

That picture is very inspiring. You, this photos will definitely change your point of view.

Marice said...

Aww! That will definitely change your views!

Donna said...

Wow! How inspiring. Hope you are feeling better, Sally.
D

Anonymous said...

Oh, my! Sally, what a quickening reminder to be thankful in all things! Thanks for sharing - and hosting Blue Monday!!
Joy!
Miss Kathy

Tina´s PicStory said...

Dear Sally, I hope you will be soon ok! xoxo Tina

Unknown said...

very inspiring!

have a great week!

xinex said...

Great attitude, Sally! Those shoes looks like John's, lol...Christine

Fifi Flowers said...

Truly an amazing person!

genny said...

nice shots Sally. very inspiring pictures...ur shoes is javascript:void(0)nice also.:-)

mine is up here:
http://www.bisdakbloggers.com/2011/06/20/blue-monday-35-my-friends.html

Unknown said...

so inspiring...happy blue monday sally

Gypsea Nurse said...

Hey Sally~
Glad I am back!
Thanks for hosting!!
Cricket

Gypsea Nurse said...

Awesome and Inspiring...
Happy Blue to you!
Smiles~
Cat

Gin Hansson said...

Inspiring photo and at the same time scarry...:)

How are you doing Sally? Hope everything is fine.. Happy monday

Leovi said...

A person with strong will, a great example to follow.

Lina Gustina said...

I agree...I've nothing to complain either...

http://www.1sthappyfamily.com/2011/06/sunday-afternoon.html

Susan Nowell @ My Place to Yours said...

Perspective is a wonderful thing! Thanks for helping us all stay/get focused.

Unknown said...

Hi Sally, i joined Blue Monday for the first time.:p thanks for hosting.

Coralie Cederna Johnson said...

Just happy to be here!
Thanks for hosting this ongoing meme!
I appreciate it!
Have a happy Blue Day!
Coralie

Maria's Space said...

Great post Sally. Yes, always putting things in prospective isn't easy but...thankfully you have.

BTW..the shoes do look comfy

•°°• IcyBC •°°• said...

You're right, we still are the lucky ones with our body parts attached.

Hope you're better and better everyday!

LivingSoAbundantly said...

What a great attitude you have! :)

Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...

Great post, Sally! Hope you're feeling better every day.

Blessings,
Sandi

Candy said...

counting your blessings...that's what it's all about. Looking on the bright side does bring thankfulness.
Blessings ;-)

black eyed susans kitchen said...

And thats the truth! My nephew (who is 19 yrs old) had his leg amputated and is in a wheel chair. It is a constant reminder to be grateful. Great post Sally and happy blue Monday.

Eden said...

What an inspiring Blue Monday post! Lovely photos.

Dorincard said...

Yep, make the best of what you have...:)
Happy Blue, Sally!

Anonymous said...

That is a good perspective and reminder to be thankful for what we do have. Hope you're doing well.

Dhemz said...

this is a good one....so uplifting and inspiring! have a great week Sally!

anne said...

That gives the inspiration to all of us, mine is up, and its here Points of View and Thoughts, thanks!

Fex said...

very inspiring :) Happy Blue Monday Sally

Auntie E said...

Oh yes, we need to realize that we are blessed. Also I am amazed at the process science has made in helping amputees walk! What a wonderful world we live in.

Jeanne said...

Good morning Sally, I so want to hear from you that all went well as can be with your surgery. Still praying.
Your post is a great point. I don't think the shoes are that unattractive.
I love your positive attitude.
XO Jeanne

Anonymous said...

Isn't it amazing how people deal with their particular special needs? BTW, your shoes are no less attractive than my MBT's!

Loui♥ said...

YES!
I feel the very same way!!
hope you are feeling much better and mending nicely!!!
enjoy your day!
much love!
warm sandy hugs!
Loui♥

Salmagundi said...

That is so true! I'll tell you that after walking miles in Germany recently, my feet were really hurting. I think I should have bought some real orthopedic shoes before leaving! Sally

Mary Bergfeld said...

Hi Sally, I'm just stopping by to say hello. I have no blue to offer today, but wanted you to know I still visit. Have a great day. Blessings...Mary

Anonymous said...

Just stopping in for a visit to check on you... still not blogging. One of these days I'll get back to it. Hope you are improving everyday. Well, at least your socks match your shoes, huh? Shame they didn't come in blue for you. ;-)
Take good care... hugs, Karen

Fashion Momma said...

Love this post. It reminds me to be thankful of what I have.

My Blue Monday.

Life Moto said...

you are perfectly right . we have to be thankful for our completeness.


Life Moto - Happy Tuesday!

Deborah Kay at The Paint Splash said...

Yes, sometimes we don't realizes how blessed we are. Hope you are having a good week. Debbie

joyh82 said...

I have problem feet too..I need to get better shoes. But it could be worse as you say..Happy Blue Monday!

Donnie said...

Hope you're doing well Sally. We can always find someone that needs our prayers, can't we. Take care sweetie.

Unknown said...

Sorry my names in twice. I also love blue!

LadyD Piano said...

Thanks for hosting and posting these amazing photos. We are so encouraged with our grandson's progress wearing a leg brace, special shoe and therapy.
God Bless!

Hooked on Memes said...

So inspiring! Happy Blue Monday!

La said...

Great perspective. Hope you are feeling better.

Happy Blue Monday!

Dixie said...

Well said Miss Sally! I see you've retained your sense of humor!!

Unknown said...

Just heard about your surgery from another bloggy friend. Please know I'm praying for you today! :) Have a blessed and beautifully blue week in His arms! :)

AnnA said...

Hi Sal!
Many thoughts about the running person from your picture...
And I hope your health is better.
I give you my prays.
Best wishes,
AnnA

bj said...

I love your cuteness, kind heart, sweet spirit and sense of humor.
Those shoes aren't that bad at all, Sally girl.
What's that old saying..."I felt sorry I had no shoes until I met a man that had no feet."...well, something like that. :)

I am anxious to hear how your surgery went and how you are doing.
xoxo bj

Nancy's Daily Dish said...

Inspiring photos! It does make you thankful for what you do have, even if not 'perfect'. Do you wear these as a result of diabetes? We have several diabetics in our family(on both my husbands and my side) and some of them wear specially made shoes similar or like this.

Thanks for a great post,

Nancy

Rebecca said...

Oh my-what an inspirational post. I can't imagine being like that-we do need to count our blessings!!!

The French Hutch said...

Oh Sally, your in my thoughts and prayers. Your darling granddaughters are doing a terrific job of taking cake of your blog party. You will be very proud of them when your out of ICU and hear all about them. Love your sense of humor about the yucky shoes. Hope to hear your up and better soon.

~Emily
The French Hutch

Yannie said...

JOined here. Please check my recycled notebook...

http://eytozee.blogspot.com/2011/06/recycled-notebook.html

NCSue said...

Thank you for hosting. I'm a new follower, and I hope to hear good news from the hospital soon!
I need your help.
I have a page on my site that lists more than 300 hops, memes, and photo challenges… some for each day of the week. Yours is listed there, too! I'm trying to update the list to include a brief phrase describing each link. Can you sum yours up... hopefully in a dozen words or less? Check under the header for the link to that page.
NCSue
http://acts17verse28.blogspot.com/
ncsue0514 at msn dot com

Cathy said...

I don't think they look so bad, Dear. I wear comfortable shoes myself. Your sure do have little feet!

Annesphamily said...

I like the way you set this post up. The shoes are good for you so you may enjoy comfort. I like the photo you display. It gives each one of us something else to think about. Life is not always comfortable. I thank you for this post and I pray for healing for you after the surgeries. Anne

Pradeepa said...

Hi, joined Blue Monday for the first time. Have a happy blue day.

The Single Nester said...

Sending thoughts your way for a speedy recovery.

Gypsea Nurse said...

Sally.. I think I have been off blogging as long as you!
But so so soooooooo glad you are doing much better!
I am sending the biggest and warmest well wishes your way!
xoxo
Cricket