Do you ever write a whole lot without reading it? I just did that. Either way, I wanted to mention that I took a little time to myself this morning before work to do some yoga, and read some internet tidbits. In doing so, I decided to buy some TOMS shoes. I sat barefoot at my desk yesterday as much as possible, in honor of One Day Without Shoes...like I need an excuse to let my piggies get some air! But I'm excited to get them. Not only for the new shoe factor, but also because I can rest assured that my purchase will allow for one less child in need to go barefoot.
I realize that when I like to go barefoot, it's by choice, but wouldn't choose to do it all of the time. This topic came up the other day when I was discussing barefoot running. It's not commonly done, but I have seen it, and even heard it as a topic for a local radio show within the past several months. It wouldn't be the wear and tear on my feet that would concern me so much as the glass, sharp plastic pieces, and other gifts that people decide to throw on the ground. They are far too busy and important to wait to throw something away in a community trash can, or even at home! I do my part, but cannot take responsibility for others.
The other day, however, I did. While I was walking home from getting some delicious homemade ice cream, I noticed that there were bottles and paper throughout the yard of the Falls Church City Hall. Alas - there was a trash can, and even a recycling bin right in front of the building. I took an extra 45 seconds out of my day to try to help make this world a little more beautiful.
Thank you, and good night.
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