I did it. I took the plunge. I actually did it.
I bought my first pair of Christian Louboutin shoes.
I know to many, this means nothing. It's an extravagance that is silly and almost crazy. It's a 1/2 month's rent. And in a weak economy, it's foolish. I know. I know. I told myself all these things.
But, I also made a promise to myself. I promised myself that I would do this for ME. That as I took the risk of uprooting myself to a new city, a new job, a new life, and as soon as I was financially able, I'd do it. I'd join the ranks of Oprah Winfrey, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Georgina Seabrook (hee! you KNOW once you got your pair, I HAD to get mine too!) and become the proud owner of Louboutin's.
Practically, I could have bought 2-3 pairs of L.A.M.B. shoes (and there are at least 4 pairs that I LOVE), or a new scooter, or a vacation to somewhere tropical. But, I chose these. It's a statement. It signifies success. And I feel successful...not just in my career, but in my life. I feel good about where I am. I'd change a whole bunch of things, for sure, but I can't not say that I've done well for myself. And what makes it all sweeter is that I overcame a lot along the way.
I chose this pair. It wasn't the pair I had initially coveted or dreamed about. Not the flashiest pair nor the most popular. But, when I saw them in person, when I tried them on and saw how they made my feet and my legs look and feel AWESOME, I knew they were perfect. These shoes represent me (ha!). I'm not the one you'd notice right away. I'm not the one you'd covet or dream about. I'm not the flashiest or the most popular. But when you meet me in person, when you see how what I bring to the table and add to your life makes you feel AWESOME, you'll know that I am perfect.
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