Un Dia Sin Zapatos

Today 4/8/10 was an event sponsored by TOMS Shoes called, simply

"One Day Without Shoes"

I pledged to go barefoot for the entire day, and I did it! I was grateful for no snow in Laramie today, but I think I would've tried it anyway. I was a little nervous about what my experience would be, and I felt a little silly at first. I knew that it probably wouldn't be well known and publicized in Laramie, but it didn't matter. As the day went on, I stepped on a few rocks, dodged a few pieces of glass, and walked on some pretty cold concrete... But I was barely inconvenienced or discomforted.


Here are a few facts:

• In some developing nations, children must walk for miles to school, clean water and to seek medical help.
• Cuts and sores on feet can lead to serious infection.
• Often, children cannot attend school barefoot.
• In Ethiopia, approximately one million people are suffering from Podoconiosis, a debilitating and disfiguring disease caused by walking barefoot in volcanic soil.
• Podoconiosis is 100% preventable with basic foot hygiene and wearing shoes.

My situation walking on lovely paved roads, sidewalks, and nice soft grass on campus is nothing compared to the situation these people go through everyday. I am saving money to buy a pair of TOMS and do my part to give a child a pair of shoes! If you'd like to do the same please go to www.TOMS.com to learn more!