Apparently I must have missed the memo but I was moved to give anyway.
At the end of mass the Soles 4 Soles program was announced. Many were prepared with bags of shoes. But many were like me: all we had were the shoes on our feet.
We hesitated but a few brave "souls" got it started and made their way to the bins in front of the altar.
Sandals, runners, dressy shoes. Adults and children walked up and took off their shoes or deposited bagfuls. I loved watching the little ones scamper up to deposit their sweet little soles.
I'm going to be totally honest here. There was a moment that I thought of how my shoes were only a month old, worn only a handful of times. It lasted for a moment when I remembered a time many years ago when I wore my shoes until they were done. And I instantly realized I had the means today to immediately go to the store and buy another pair. Truthfully it only took me a moment to walk up and deposit those shoes.
My only regret was not bringing a bagful.
Click here: Soles 4 Souls.
At the end of mass the Soles 4 Soles program was announced. Many were prepared with bags of shoes. But many were like me: all we had were the shoes on our feet.
We hesitated but a few brave "souls" got it started and made their way to the bins in front of the altar.
Sandals, runners, dressy shoes. Adults and children walked up and took off their shoes or deposited bagfuls. I loved watching the little ones scamper up to deposit their sweet little soles.
I'm going to be totally honest here. There was a moment that I thought of how my shoes were only a month old, worn only a handful of times. It lasted for a moment when I remembered a time many years ago when I wore my shoes until they were done. And I instantly realized I had the means today to immediately go to the store and buy another pair. Truthfully it only took me a moment to walk up and deposit those shoes.
My only regret was not bringing a bagful.
Click here: Soles 4 Souls.
2 --WORDS FROM YOU:
So I haven't been checking up on your blog in the recent weeks. You know, life has a way of coming up with things to keep you away from your normal routines. I am glad I did, the shoeless MPB experiences is making me giggle and get misty eyed all at the same time. I am sure Father M managed a few good one liners in there. Both I, and the person now wearing your shoes are ever grateful for your unending generousity without question or hesitation.
<3 u.
Frances
It warms my heart to know you read my words...I'm a little misty eyed myself...
love you bubs.
mumsy
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