The stories of shoes

I donated some shoes today. Someone in the office told me about this donation drive for children of garbage men in Montalban Rizal. Kids there don't have shoes and I don't even want to know how dirty the place is. So, I made a small effort to get the shoes I don't wear anymore and send them off to new owners.

Still, I couldn't help but nostalgic about each shoe that I gave away. Each one has it's own story...

Clockwise from top left:

Adidas Grey Running Shoes. Got them in Hong Kong and I'm know I got good mileage on these. I remember using them a lot in high school and college.

Nike Red Air Zoom Turbine. Probably the most expensive shoe I've bought at 6k. I got these in high school during basketball PE season in college. It was about the time I got experimental with loud colors. 

Nike White Running Shoes. My ex gave me these shoes during one Christmas. I remember receiving them at the airport before going to the province for family vacation. Good mileage on these too.

World Balance White Sneakers. One day I decided to customize my own shoe. Instead of getting an expensive pair of Chucks I went with 250 peso World Balance Shoes. My drawings did not make it look any cooler.

Nike Edge White Cross Training Shoes. I got these around 4 years ago and I know I got good mileage on these. Part of the sole fell out. What I liked about this shoe was it fit my fat feet well.

Pony White Sneakers. This was during the time I wanted to try sneakers instead of rubber shoes. These white Ponies really looked cool, but I didn't like the feel of canvas sneakers.

Nike Black Air Pegasus. These were my solution to the sneaker look. Sneaker look but they were still rubber shoes. wore these a lot and the leather broke on one of them.

Nike White Air Citius. These were actually still good and I could wear them for any occasion. Everyday, games and gym. Pretty solid shoe and this one I'm sure it's new owner will love.

So now, I guess good luck shoes. Thanks for the good times and make your new owners proud.