Laurieheels

Inga has it right, University is a killer when it comes to writing skills. I was good, but University really made a difference. Professors can be nasty! They love red pen. Free writing workshop available via my e-mail for anyone intersted.

It's not easy for women to accept men in heels. For a manly style of heel, yes, sure, like boots with thicker heels. That's easy enough, many shorter men have done this and still do it, with no complaints. Yes, some women are stuck in the gender roles, but it runs deeper than that. Some women, and I admit, I do fall into this at times, like to be women in every sense of the word. It's a feeling that is difficult to describe. If heels that are not androgynous are brought into the issue, the woman feels like her own femininity is threatened. For me it's not bad, but for some women it can be a huge issue. For example, when some women find out their husbands are secret CDs, there are two issues. The betrayal because the truth was not told, as mentioned above, and that is mixed with feelings of self doubt and being devalued as a woman. Obviously, if the husband is using women's clothing for some reason, the wife feels she has less value as a woman. And when a woman who likes to be feminine feels threatened, she cannot deal with it. Shoes are not as extreme, but in some ways, if a husband is wearing a feminine style, the wife may feel as if she is losing her value as a woman. That's my perspective on the matter, anyway. Of course, I can handle it better, but I still have the same feelings as I described.

We shall see, Neil, we shall see... If they're heels, chances are I will like them. Whether or not I'll like them on me is a different issue.

HEY! No fair. Just because I type fast... My messages don't take too much time to write, but I have a lot to say! Still, I agree, I can't believe this topic has gone on so long. But then, I can get some posts in and boost my totals, so it can't be all bad...

On 2002-05-15 06:39, Chris11 wrote:

Well I Not celebrating a promotion, however I am making my first post on this board.

Chris

It's about time! It took you long enough... Now you can reply to my postings here as well as Jenny's.

I suggest some nice stockings, Vicki. They will help you wear the shoes longer. Bare legs means bare feet means the fit is tighter a bit, and as the day progresses, there might be problems. Nylon will help shape the foot and will feel better. Once you master the heels, then bare is just as good as nylons.

Nice job, Hoverfly, sandals well suited to nicer weather.

On 2002-05-14 20:23, Neil wrote:

What size shoes do you wear in UK sizes ?

If you are anywhere near a size 9 UK, then I have a brand new pair of 6" Stiletto Sandals you can have if you are interested.

I will post a pic of them if you want.

Neil

Do post the picture, but I think I might say yes to them anyway. I checked a size chart and they should be okay. Post a picture, send me some mail, and we can work out the details. And then... pictures will be posted! laurieheels@yahoo.ca

Welcome to our world, Shyguy. It can be fun here, so post a ton and don't worry about judgements here. We may be opinionated but we're all friendly.

Calv, you are a total entrepeneur. Excellent idea, that. Practical, and with extra monetary return. You should take pictures and sell those as well!

Well Vicki, I think it would be a good transition, but have a pair of 5 inchers with you, just in case you need a break. DOn't be like me and push yourself too much. It leads to very tired feet!

I'd only wear the shoes at work or out to parties. And there isn't any wood in my apartment, just carpet. Other than snagging and pulling some fibres, no bid deal. And over snow and ice they must offer some sort of grip as they dig into the surface...

Post, training will not be complete for some time. After that, I will think of some other way to showcase my writing skills, not to worry, and it will involve shoes. Maybe I need to write some fiction... Vickie, thanks! You'll be ready to go higher soon and you'll do a great job at it. Just give it a try and see how it goes!

Very nice shoes! The colour is a bit bright for my general style. I don't own anything that is yellow. It does match a popular colour for some sports cars, so that would make Missy a great accompaniment to a wonderful little corvette... ishoes that match cars... I am sure someone out there has a fetish for it.

I take the volleyball philosophy on this one... it is best to SPIKE! Stiletto heels just suit me that much better than something chunky.

What makes the shoes tarty, the platform part? My leopard print shoes have been called tart shoes my one of my sister's friends, and they lack a platform. So does this mean it is the height? Is that the perception?

Joak, I don't care about the pavement, those look great and I could use a pair

I am having trouble posting messages tonight... let's see. The basic point here - a woman can only be oppressed by a pair of heels if she allows it. Personally, I think they allow women to stand out and be great. But then, I wear them every day!

That's the spirit! Way to go, Phuong, I am glad you are out there enjoying yourself and putting on a good show. Isn't the attention wonderful?

Hot hot hot, or so the forecast says... I am wearing a red camisole under a black short sleeved jacket, and black capri pants. Strappy patent four and a quarter inch sandals show off red toe nails, and silver bracelets and hoop earrings complete the look. Last Friday I was daring and wore sparkles with my outfit at work. A man complimented me on it. Sparkles on my eye lids and in my hair, and it gets attention... if only every day were Friday...

Shiny metal heels can be great. Why? They coordinate! You see, a silver heel then goes with silver earrings and bracelets, and even make up can go along with this. Mac does make a silvery eye shadow, and silver sparkles never hurt anyone. Having the accent colour as an accent on the shoes is a big bonus. Yes, this is not easy to find, but it's an excellent idea, having metal for the heel at times.

Actually, I am not attacked very much. Why? Because I kick bottom where needed and everyone knows, more or less, that I am the silly fun girl, and everything I say is really just my own perspective. I just speak my mind is all. And I type fast! If people like what I say, great, if not, then don't read it! See? easy peasy. You have every right to do what you want, and share what you think about how things should be. I know that I shouldn't care what a man wears on his feet if he is dating me, but it's not that simple for me in that context. I am still going to support everyone here, male or female, in the pursuit of wearing whatever they like in any situation. I can be friends with anyone, and I think it is great that men can find self expression through heels. So don't attack, be friendly! That's always more fun...

Dandydude, I am offended! Generalization? Sexism? You don't know me very well, do you. My opinion is a very specific, very Laurie oriented concept. I admit, it is a paradox. Can I go out on a date with a man who wears heels? Yes, I mentioned I could hang out with men who wore heels and it is no problem. My own personal preference, my own, as in me, specific, not general, is for a man I am having a "relationship" with to be an admirer opposed to a wearer. It is an issue of being selfish, not about sexism or generalizations. Gee, didn't you read what i typed? I do not appreciate the attack. Charlie, thank you very much. Terayon, you asked a question about would I continue to date a man after I found out he wore heels. Yes, obviously I would still give it a try because there must have been something with personality that brought us together. My personal preferences are just that, and at least a few people have seen this. I am the only one who knows my life very well, and only I can decide what I would like or not like. It's based on emotions and feelings, and thanks for trying to make it so cold and clinical, Dude.

Chat up lines? I'm just being silly.

A step up... Monday was such a test of my nerves. When I look back on it, I cannot believe that there was that much snow. So even thugh I drove to work, I was going to wear something sensible to get through the snow. It was up to the bottom of my car door! At work, another day in five inch heels. It was business as usual, and I am finding that I can do quite well in my heels now. Tuesday - a day for visiting doctors. The awful storm of the day before was going to start melting today. So I did what any high heel obsessed woman would do. I wore five inch stiletto heels to my appointments. Snow? Ice? They're no match for me! Parking lots were conquered and I pretty much wore my black patent stilettos all day. That's quite the accomplishment I think. Wednesday found me back at work. More snow was melting, so on a driving day to be early, it's heels and a little bit of snow and ice here and there. From blizzard to hyper melt in two days! It was a very long day in five inch heels. I think I clocked it at eleven hours. Thursday was much the same. And of course, with wet ground I ended up with muddy heels. I seem to be persistent in wearing these shoes. I suppose at this point I am addicted! Shoes make the world go round for me. It can be a curse as much as it is fun. But what fun it is... Friday. This is a special day. You see, I did not clean my five inch patent stilettos after they ended up muddy on Thursday. So what did I do? I was walking to work, and I packed the 5 1/4 inch heels to take with me. I put in eight hours that day. There is a difference. I didn't notice it at home, and not at first when wearing them. But my muscles knew there was a bit more incline, and they were a bit sore by the end of the day. Of course, I did put in extra padding for the balls of my feet, and that does make a difference at this height. The shoes were not broken in as well as they should have been, but I think Friday took care of it. Even with the slight difference in height, I could notice a change. Of course, it wasn't enough to stop me from walking around... Friday, a day of a higher height for a prolonged period of time. This is progress in reaching for six. But I will be making a stop at 5.5 before that. Saturday saw me at work. Hey, I need the money, and having a day off for the doctor doesn't earn me anything. It was a relaxed day, 4 1/4 inch stiletto sandals, the new black ones I just purchased. I wore them at work, and I wore them for going out in the evening. They are getting to be great shoes. Later on Saturday, well it was technically Sunday morning, I was wearing my 5 1/4 stilettos again. Why? Photo shoot! A real camera, and my sister taking pictures, and six photos. Hey, I had to take some pictures of her for something. It was only fair! The intended goal? A web site. Soooooon... This will be the first set of Laurie photo gallery pictures. I will feature one on this board, as a teaser, but also to give everyone an idea of what to expect. All I have to do now is figure out how to make a web page! I have some good help, of course. Firefox is going to keep me on the right path, I'm sure. Now, as for Sunday... it is mother's day today. What does that mean? It means cooking for Mom. Pork roast, potatoes, garlic and brown sugar carrots, steamed broccoli, red cabbage, and gravy, mmm gravy. It all turned out well, my mother is very happy, and she thinks I am the best Danish cook around. She flatters me, and she has no basis for comparrison. I wore my 4 1/4 inch sandals all day today. Since I started out this morning until the moment of writing this and beyond, I am sure. I am looking at about ten hours. Yes, I wore stiletto heels for cooking. Endurance and new heights were found this week. I hope to do more next week. I am going to save the 5 1/4 stilettos for now, keeping them down to 1 or 2 trips to work a week. More sandals now, of course. That's important. The weather here is wonderful again. Warm, sunny, and those large piles of snow in parking lots? They don't scare me, they're dying in the sun as we speak... Until next week...