Cinderella is living proof that a shoe can change a life.

Shoes. Oh how I love them. Heels. Flats. Sandals. Boots. I can't get enough. Shoes have served as fashion icons and the compliment to any cute outfit for ages. But, could they have a deeper meaning? Definitely!
First, I'd like to introduce you to my collection! Well my summer collection.
I have to begin with all my Jackie's!! These shoes have walked me into the first day of school, football games, and many late night McDonalds trips with the girls! They've seen me through smiles and tears!
Next, my brown Gucci's. These were the shoes I wore on my first date! These shoes taught me to be confident. I was so excited my sophomore year to have a date with a senior so I rushed home from school that Friday and immediately started getting ready! I had the perfect outfit planned and was in the middle of curling my hair. I don't wear much makeup but I decided I would that night. Finally I was ready! 10 minutes prior to my dates arrival I looked in the mirror and said," this Isn't me." Running my fingers through my hair attempting to take the curls out and splashing my face with water I spotted the shoes. I didn't know what to wear with them but I was going to wear them. In a matter of seconds I found the perfect dress and I was on my way! Those shoes gave me the confidence no amount of make up could have and they got me a second date!! ;)
My white Tory Burch's. These shoes above all taught me to be strong. I wore these to my sisters graduation. I fought back the tears and fears knowing that I would be the only one home now. These same shoes also walked me down the isle of the First Baptist Church of Lancaster where my grandmothers funeral was held.
My tennis shoes. They have taught me the importance of endurance and hard work. I go to the gym 5 days a week with these shoes so we have a very close relationship! They've taught me to never give up and keep trying even if the results aren't immediate. Of course, they're pink and green!
My alligator skin Ralph Lauren's. These shoes have taught me social graces. These have been sported at countless social events and will even be worn to my deb ball reception. They have served as some great conversation starters and allowed me to walk in full confidence and class.
My dear 5th avenues. These very shoes gave me something that no other pair ever will. I made my way out of the pew and kneeled at the alter and asked Jesus into my heart in these very shoes. This was four years ago and I still feel blessed every time I wear them. I may loose these shoes or give them to charity but no one will ever be able to take away the relationship I found while wearing these shoes.
I wish I had all my shoes from my childhood that I could go on and on about! I thought I had my shag shoes from when I was 7 at my first shag lesson but we've misplaced them!
Where have your shoes taken you? Perhaps they took you up to the alter where you said a prayer and asked the good Lord into your heart. Maybe they taught you humility because you took a graceful tumble in them! I don't know what the story is behind your shoes but I hope you have some good ones!
Here's to the girls who believe you can never have too many friends or shoes!
Xoxo, the girl in a Lacoste polo and pearls