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I thought these were kind of ugly, and to be fair, not very practical unless you are headed to a Steampunk Convention. The steel contraptions look like they would catch on any fabric every encountered.

I remember in the 1980's there was a segment on 60 Minutes about women... gasp... changing into sneakers to commute to work in the bigger cities then changing to their high heels. 60 Minutes was and still is a news show that featured longer running stories, about 20 minutes long instead of 2 minutes like most news shows. Anyway, I remember it because it was a huge deal back then. The women were like, "you wear high heels on city streets and in subways and on busses then and see how you like it", while the men they interviewed hated the new trend. Those men would really hate the trend now... women just wearing sneakers all day, even in the office. My wife lives in her heels, but it is actually other WOMEN who curtail her efforts far more than men. They tend to have snide words about her wearing them, going as far as to call her a "slut" for wearing them. I think it is just jealousy myself that they feel guilty for dressing like a slob, or insecure that her husband might look at my wife. I am not really sure, but by far other women make wearing high heels for my wife more of an issue than it really should be.

It has already been done. A group of what they call "The Group of 40" used AI to spread misinformation about a political issue that I won't name. But basically, since AI uses Wikipedia almost exclusively, they exploited Wikipedia which changed AI which thus tainted the information to throw a favorable outcome. Sadly, a lot of people fed into this targeted hype. (Below not directed at your quote Cali) I fear AI, but I also understand that the same arguments against it were the same ones that hated electricity because it would ruin the kerosene trade. Or hated the internet because it would take out the newspaper industry. Or hated digital photography since it would take out the film printing industry. In the end, two things are the most scary for people: Freedom and Change! Generally, with new technology it swings like a clock pendulum in the annuals of time. It has great potential, but swings way too far to one side and gets out of hand, so checks and balances are put into play. That keeps it from being outright banned but also held within reason. Think of nuclear technology here. I don't want the guy that drinks beer and lives in a trailer to heat his place with a fusion nuclear heater granted, but I am glad I got an Xray last night for my broken hand. Over time new technology will temper itself out. Everyone take a deep breath. The world does not operate in a vacuum; everything will be alright in the end.

Those are lovely boots. Well worth the investment

Nice boots.

I just got these custom made knee high boots from Sanctum! I ordered them in February, and it took until a couple weeks ago to get them. They are absolutely amazing, way too snug, but all leather, so will slowly fit me perfectly. And because they are custom, they go all the way to my knee, not four inches below.

Yes, only standing can be a good training too, I also feel that when wearing the Hot Chicks while cooking.

@higherheels I’m impressed! Standing for half an hour in 12cm stilettos is pretty darn good. to say nothing if walking to and from. One if the things I do for practicing on my boat in my 12cm heels is standing to eat my lunch and I can definitely feel it! I’ll get fit calves out of this if nothing else! I take your point about good design making a big difference. My Jean Gaborit boots are so incredibly comfortable and easy to walk in. @mlroseplant Have you any rides planned?

@Shyheels I'm also looking forward to boots season 🙂 It's a big difference between the Hot Chick and the Pigalle. Not only the height, also the general comfort. The Pigalle are also very well worn in already. @mlroseplant Thanks! The Pigalle really ain't that bad, even for extended walks. And now with practicing in the Hot Chicks it feels even easier. I might choose some 12 cm heels again for longer walks and see how it goes. Only in the beginning I was standing for like half an hour, but afterwards mostly sitting.

It does sound a little awkward and as though he hadn’t a clue or is unable to comprehend an alternative fashion choice. I’m glad there was no negativity.

It was warmer this morning so I was back into my 12cm heels, doing a few lengths of the boat - a good 15 to 18; steps each way given the shortened steps one takes in such high heels - in between periods of writing. Practicing in heels has the added benefit of getting me up and moving every twenty minutes or so, something I really need to be doing as it is so easy to become absorbed in your work and find you’ve sat hunched up for hours on end. Our high heel challenge lifts me out of that unhealthy rut. @higherheels I am also deeply impressed by your 800m walk in 12cm stilettos, all the more so after my practice session this morning! @mlroseplant It is curious, but nice, that we take things seriously enough to want to walk well in our heels. And sometimes that does mean treating it as a sport that you go somewhere to practice

I have been called out fairly publicly within my profession. I know I've been talked about for years on a limited basis, but this is the first time a fellow has questioned me in front of colleagues about my fashion choices. I am obligated to take occasional continuing education classes to maintain my professional license. Sometimes the classes are interesting, but usually they're something to be endured. Oftentimes, I see colleagues at these classes whom I have not worked around in years, and it's always an interesting game of "Who Are You?". We should really be required to wear name tags, just like at a high school class reunion. 10 years can add a mighty long beard or a lot of gray hair. One of the guys I haven't seen in several years came right out and asked, "Didn't I see you wearing high heels?" He was referring to a social media post, I'm sure. There are only a couple out there that are very obvious, but they are there. I simply said yes. He asked if this was something I did at home in the evenings, and I said pretty much anytime I'm not at work. It went on for a few more minutes until somebody interrupted him with a "Daaaave! How you doin', brother?" It wasn't a bad conversation, but it was a little awkward. I didn't sense any disgust or condescending looks from anybody.

Meanwhile, our temperatures here in Iowa are on the warm side. It sure looks like I'll be able to ride my motorbike to work for at least a couple more weeks. I never count on being able to ride past September consistently. What that also means is that sandal season is not yet over, either. @higherheels, 800 meters in 12 cm heels is pretty amazing. My question is, did this event involve much standing, or were you able to be seated most of the time? If you had to do much standing at all, I'm really impressed. @Shyheels, I can see where you'd have to be really motivated to get out and practice. And you know, it's funny that we're even talking about it in this way. There must be very few people in this world who would actually carry a special pair of shoes to a place just to practice wearing them. Maybe beauty pageant contestants? Dancers?

Yes! I love boot season - which I somehow manage to extend to all year round! Another night of clear skies snd low temperatures coming up, another early morning in heavy suede OTK boots! Perfect. congratulations on the successful outing in the 12cm Louboutins! That’s great! I can imagine that after practicing in the Hot Chicks you would definitely find the Pigalle’s a bit easier. I know I’ve really noticed the difference practicing in my 12cm heels makes when I put on my 10cm boots. Even just wearing them on the boat is making a definite difference

@Shyheels, you have low temperatures already, but that's perfect for boots. In Germany it's still warm (20° C+) but that's about to change now. @mlroseplant Wow that's a great pair and a far distance, great job! I lately only practiced in my Hot Chicks at home. But I wore my other pair of Louboutins (Pigalle 120) to an event, the walk was a bit below 400 m one-way. This was the first time I wore a 12 cm heel out since the beginning of our challenge. And I felt the progress in the 12 cm heels too, they were easier than ever 🙂

Very true! I’ve been trying to think of where I can go to get some real world practice in my challenge heels. The nearest place is a park about a mile and a half away from where I’m moored - a distance and time commitment that is a serious disincentive. I can practice here in the boat - about 15 paces each way, back and forth - until I get enough fluency not to look stupid elsewhere

I have never even attempted to wear heels in the mud, nor would I want to. No sense in ruining a perfectly good pair of shoes. But hey, look at the bright side--at least you don't have to use the towpath for actual towing.

It’s definitely been stolen from me as well

A watch dog group believes the current biggest thread to national security is AI. AI can be "trained" to deliver mis-information, and if a person have been trained to believe whatever AI spits out as truth, we are all doomed. I know AI has stolen copyrighted material from me.

I’m think more along the lines of AI taking nearly jobs, the rank and file all receiving universal basic income and living at subsistence level with no prospect for change, while the billionaire class rules the world.

Have you seen any of the Terminator movies,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

There are so many scary ramifications to this. I see it ultimately as a means of controlling society in ways that humanity has never experienced before

Impressively high for what amounts to a 1.2km - ¾ mile - walk! But to borrow a phrase from a dong near to my heart, those heels look made for walking. You should see the towpath here - most unsuited for walking, even in Vibram soled hiking boots. Fortunately I have some very nice knee high boots with sturdy soles and low heels so I can keep up my style for tall boots. And on the cold mornings, such as today - down to freezing with thick ice firming on the boat - I have my heavy suede OTK boots with 8cm heels. Love these!

I didn't wind up wearing my steepest heels to the recital, but I did wear some pretty impressive looking ones. Yes, they are a full 15 cm, but you have to discount for the 3.5 cm platform. Not super impressive, but enough of a workout over 600 m x 2. The brand is Onlymaker, and they are actually pretty decent quality for being an inexpensive shoe.

What it comes down to is that many people don't know what's real and what's not, and maybe they don't care. That's the scary part.