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I'm bound to ask whether a 'high level meeting' implies a reasonable showing of heels, as noted by you. What were you wearing? - I'm guessing 4"+. I was genuinely surprised to see so many 'dogs wearing heels' pics on the web; paws for thought indeed. 🤔 I could not resist adding this one, where the dog is the shoe itself!:

Yep, about 90 minutes from STL compared to 3.5hrs to ORD.

I have yet to see a dog wearing heels that high.

First, as always, thanks for the compliments! It is great to know that others appreciate the effort I make to always present myself as being well-put-together. I tend to believe that there is only so much one can say on any given topic no matter how well versed s/he may be about it. Likewise, we tend to get tired of focusing on the same topic time and time again. A few years ago I completed my studies for my Masters degree and was strongly encouraged to pursue a doctorate. Spending up to four years of my life on a single focus, however, was just about as appealing as eating dirt. I feel the same about any subject - there is a time when I need to take a break from it if I can say or learn no more about it. This even applies to heels - there is only so much one can say about it. Yes, I am very attuned to both taste and style so that I always present myself in a professional manner. Whereas yesterday's outfit was a skirt and boots, that which I wore today consisted of black kitten heel pumps, black pants, a black and white striped sweater, and a black cardigan. Not at all to disparage her, I felt as if I took my outfit cues from a casual day for Vice President Harris. I think attire standards have sunk so low in recent years that there is no longer a line between casual/comfort and anything else. I recently conducted an interview of an individual who was the target of an investigation and asked a newly hired colleague to join me for such. I told her that the boss wants us in professional attire for such activities but leaves it up each individual to determine what form that takes. My colleague arrived wearing an oversized shirt dress and Birkenstock sandals. I had to stop and shake my head in disbelief that anyone could think that such an outfit could remotely passes for more than 'lounging around the house' attire. Despite being "out" at the time of this interview, I still wore a dress shirt and a tie. I am all for higher heels and hemlines but, again, within reason. You will never see me wearing skirts/short that are so miniscule they could serve as an ice skater's skirt or swim trunks. Likewise, you will never see me wear heels so high that I need the assistance of others just to maintain my balance in them (i.e. Lady Gaga). Thank you so kindly for the compliment(s) - always greatly appreciated. I tend to think that confidence is like a snowball on a hill - once it gets started, it will be become bigger and bigger until it comes to a stop. Once a little confidence is built and the person is will to keep building it, it will continue to grow stronger and stronger. As this point I have such a "who cares" disposition that it may be frightening to some. I am not at all "in your face" about it but more of a notice if you will and think what you want - I really do not care about either. I have always wondered about how many men I see who are secretly envious of us. ORD holds a very special place with me - I have traveled in and out of that airfield so many times. In fact, all of my recent international flights have been from and back to ORD even though I live much closer to STL. If I left STL for an international destination, chances are that I would have to transfer at ORD. If you are ever in Chicago for a while, make an outreach and I will see what I can do. I can not promise I can get there as I have very limited free time from work. I am, however, willing to give it a try if possible.

Here are my latest. I got these in a thrift store for less than twenty dollars in mint condition. Gray ankle boots and the brand is Sam and Libby, and they really look great with the 3 buckle detailing on the side. These probably won't take long to get used as I already have an outfit planned for them.

Here are my new boots, Light brown suede leather