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melody
True Blue Farmgirl

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Melody
The Great North Woods in the Land of Hiawatha
USA
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Posted - May 14 2010 :  5:32:09 PM  Show Profile
My first day on the job was yesterday afternoon---Everything went very well- My boss even gave me a big hug after the auction ended...

But....my POOR FEET!

I need advice on what kind of shoes I should wear? Sneakers? Boots? What? Tell me what?

Talk to me ladies!

Melody
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ClaireSky
True Blue Farmgirl

1792 Posts

Julie
Arcadia WI
USA
1792 Posts

Posted - May 14 2010 :  6:59:48 PM  Show Profile  Send ClaireSky an AOL message  Send ClaireSky a Yahoo! Message
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and am on my feet all day. The best shoes I have found are Sketchers (no lace up) Mules. They are sooo comfortable

Julie
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West-Central WI Farmgirls

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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl

5216 Posts

Sharon
Bruce Crossing Michigan
USA
5216 Posts

Posted - May 14 2010 :  7:35:45 PM  Show Profile
Melody,

I'm so glad you had a great day and it seems like you have a boss that appreciates you
I love my Ariat mules they are by far the most comfortable shoe I have ever owned.

~Sharon

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Edited by - Calicogirl on May 15 2010 08:25:51 AM
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl

13055 Posts


Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts

Posted - May 14 2010 :  7:46:23 PM  Show Profile
Merrell shoes are super comfortable. I have worn out a pair.
Marly

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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter

13641 Posts

CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores Colorado
USA
13641 Posts

Posted - May 14 2010 :  8:20:47 PM  Show Profile  Send ceejay48 a Yahoo! Message
Melody . . . I like to have my Asics running (yes running ) shoes because they have gel in them and they are CUSHY!!!

I also like my Keens.

CJ

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melody
True Blue Farmgirl

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Melody
The Great North Woods in the Land of Hiawatha
USA
3320 Posts

Posted - May 14 2010 :  8:55:08 PM  Show Profile
Thank you ladies---I am off to the mall in the morning with a list of brand names!



Melody
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl

1854 Posts

Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts

Posted - May 15 2010 :  05:24:09 AM  Show Profile
My Mom is a nurse, and she loves the Dansko clogs. They're a little on the pricey side, but they are definitley worth it!
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Megan aka Loretta Rae

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Roxy7
True Blue Farmgirl

1083 Posts

Robin
Denver CO
USA
1083 Posts

Posted - May 15 2010 :  07:35:37 AM  Show Profile
Birkenstocks. My dh likes echos also.
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graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl

3107 Posts

Amy Grace
Rosalia WA
USA
3107 Posts

Posted - May 15 2010 :  09:07:31 AM  Show Profile
I am on my feet, literally running about half the time, all day every day and I have to say either Sanita's or Keens are fabulous. Sierra trading Post is a great place to get good deals on all of the brands everybody mentioned too - I love it!
Amy Grace

Farmgirl #224
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl

22941 Posts

Alee
Worland Wy
USA
22941 Posts

Posted - May 15 2010 :  10:37:58 AM  Show Profile  Send Alee a Yahoo! Message
I like the Sketchers shoes too. I also find that if my feet are feeling really sore at the end of the day you might want to go up half a size because as your feet swell, the shoes start to pinch. It seems obvious now but it took me a long time of buying my own shoes to figure that one out. Also make sure your socks are nice and snug. That helps support your feet and keep the fluid from pooling (swelling).

Alee
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OneCraftyBugger
True Blue Farmgirl

626 Posts

R

USA
626 Posts

Posted - May 15 2010 :  2:35:02 PM  Show Profile
I wear Dansco shoes also, they last for ever! and have great support. I know they can appear a little pricey, but worth every penny. I buy them localy because they are hand made and beleave it or not each pair fits a little diffrent, but I know you can buy them online a little cheaper. Hope that helps

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fiddlegirl89
True Blue Farmgirl

232 Posts

Kayla
Dunnville KY
USA
232 Posts

Posted - May 15 2010 :  6:23:35 PM  Show Profile  Send fiddlegirl89 an AOL message  Send fiddlegirl89 a Yahoo! Message
I've tried on the Danskos, and I just loved the way they felt. I didn't buy any at the time, but if you can go try some on to find out what size you need, you can find some of them on Ebay. I've found them for a LOT cheaper on there, though I have yet to buy any. It's definitely in my near future, though!

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Annab
True Blue Farmgirl

2900 Posts

Anna
Seagrove NC
USA
2900 Posts

Posted - May 16 2010 :  03:30:08 AM  Show Profile
You can get Birkenstocks with a soft footbed. They cost a bit more but sooo worth the extra cost. Take something that is already ultra comfey and add the cush.

Those are my sensible shoes (sandals).

Have worn Dansco and Clarks for years too. Again, pricey, but ultra good to your feet.

Bought a pair of Clark's sandals the other day and could have worn them out of the store right there. Brand new, and no break-in time needed at all!

Zappo's has fair prices so for these high end shoes, I start here first
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electricdunce
True Blue Farmgirl

2544 Posts

Karin
Belmont ME
USA
2544 Posts

Posted - May 16 2010 :  6:49:29 PM  Show Profile
I recently discovered a brand of shoes from Denmark, Sanita. They are amazingly comfortable, cloglike with rubber soles. I have high arches and heel spurs and have broken my toes many times (the luck of the barefoot) and these shoes feel like they were made for me. They are expensive, but they are very, very comfortable and my feet never hurt anymore when I've been stomping around for hours. Bjorn also makes very comfortable and good looking shoes....

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Annab
True Blue Farmgirl

2900 Posts

Anna
Seagrove NC
USA
2900 Posts

Posted - May 17 2010 :  03:22:04 AM  Show Profile
ditto to what Karin said.

Guess the addage you get what you pay for applies-- especially when it comes to shoes and moreso for folks who have to stand a lot.

I have seen the Sanitas. They are also really nice!
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