<p>MoWC, I’m with you. I need to bring the clothes for cycling (plus a hydration pack, probably), and the clothes for hiking, plus the everyday clothes and the clothes for a restaurant. And a hat for the sun, rain gear in case it rains, and so on.</p>
<p>moonchild, other people have different feet, but as to me, there is no way I could walk four or five miles in a city in loafers, however orthopedic. If I’m walking some distance, I need lace-up shoes. And when Mr. Fang and I visit a city, we enjoy walking around in it.</p>
<p>i recommend <a href=“http://eneslow.com/shop-online/women-s.html”>http://eneslow.com/shop-online/women-s.html</a></p>
<p>Sure, CF, I get it. I didn’t say this style works for everyone, just for me. 
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<p>There are a lot of styles with the Orthaheel technology, which was what I was actually “promoting.” Including lace-ups. They are wonderful on the legs and feet, especially for those with any kind of heel pain or calf pain issues as they align your walk. I wanted to mention them because all of my family members, including my 93 year old MIL with a bad knee and walking with a walker, finds these the most comfortable shoes out there. My dog-walking buddy used to have hip pain when she walked her dog 6-7 miles, but it went away after she started wearing Orthoheels ( a lace-up variety.) Of course that doesn’t mean they would be right for you. Just a suggestion to look at!</p>
<p>They’re now called “Vionics”, apparently.</p>
<p><a href=“http://www.vionicshoes.com/?gclid=CjwKEAjwyYCgBRCMmbWl5beV_RQSJABESqHAh8SQfELshJ2DtMgfcPzPRoLgswPgorh”>http://www.vionicshoes.com/?gclid=CjwKEAjwyYCgBRCMmbWl5beV_RQSJABESqHAh8SQfELshJ2DtMgfcPzPRoLgswPgorh</a></p>
<p>Personally, I like to take an extra pair of shoes even when I could get by with one, just because. I stow the lighter pair in my carry-on. Nice to have a change, especially in warm weather.</p>
<p>I packed way too much stuff for South Africa. And even so, I didn’t have what I needed! I knew it was winter over there, but I looked at the local weather info, and their winter temps are very similar to Maine in the summer. So I took lots of shorts and short-sleeved tops. But I didn’t realize we would be going out in open Land Rovers, and it was chilly at 6:30 am, with the wind blowing! So I wore the same sweatshirt about five days in a row. By mid-morning, though, I was back in shorts.</p>
<p>The brand Sofft has some cute pumps that are extremely comfortable. I can also walk miles in platform wedges. If I get to be more casual, I will almost always choose Birkenstocks in warm weather and my Indigo (I think they are made by Clarks) boots in winter.</p>
<p>I don’t think I have ever traveled with less than three pairs of shoes–especially if one is for exercise.</p>
<p>These are my hands down favorite pair of ‘dress’ shoes. I can, and have, walked over cobblestones, through puddles, run through airports, and lived in these for 3 days while my luggage found it’s way back from it’s unscheduled travels. They support my twist prone ankles and have a very nice cushioned foot bed. Since they are made to actually use while riding, the leather holds up very well and they are water resistant without that funny plastic look. Oh, and I have gotten lots of compliments.</p>
<p><a href=“http://www.bootbarn.com/Ariat,-14531,-Black,-6.5,-B/751702943354,default,pd.html?kpid=751702943354&cm_mmc=Shopping-_-Google-_-Ariat-_-751702943354”>http://www.bootbarn.com/Ariat,-14531,-Black,-6.5,-B/751702943354,default,pd.html?kpid=751702943354&cm_mmc=Shopping-_-Google-_-Ariat-_-751702943354</a></p>
<p>I’ve worn them with slacks, skinny jeans and even some skirts. I own two of this brands tall boots. They are just as comfy but too warm for year round use.</p>
<p>I can walk for miles and miles in my Cole Haan suede ankle boots with 2-inch stacked heels. They have a sleek profile but aren’t pointy. Most comfortable shoes I own. They look great with jeans or black slacks. I haven’t found an equally versatile summer equivalent, though. </p>
<p>I find this perfume discussion odd because nowhere did I mention wearing perfume on the plane; I mentioned bringing strips as an alternative to bringing a bottle. Obviously that’s for use at the destination. How did this jump to “overly perfumed in the airplane”? </p>
<p>I don’t worry about not having my favorite perfume, but I can’t live without my face cream(s). </p>
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<p>Me too ! I love Ryka sandals for walking around.</p>
<p>Forget about the perfume, PG. It’s now turned into yet another shoe thread.</p>
<p>PG: my perfume comment wasn’t directed at you. Your mentioning perfume simply brought the issue to the forefront of my cluttered mind.</p>
<p>I agree with Sally on Sofft. They have some heels that are super comfortable. Taryn Rose is another good brand. Right now, my go-tos are actually a pair of black LifeStride shoes - so, not expensive - that look like ballet flats with the criss cross front. Fine for walking around, but I could get away with wearing them with nice black pants. I also tend to like cute sandals for long flights since as I get older my feet start to swell. </p>
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<p>Whatever else you can say about the posters on CC, we take our shoes very seriously. :)</p>
<p>Oh, boy, shoes! here we go. I thought that I already derailed the thread with perfume, so I tried to stay away from shoe talk. :)</p>
<p>What Pizzagirl and others said about shoes. Not every shoe works for everyone. For example, this is my favorite shoe for running around our hilly city (disregard the price since they go on sale 2X a year);</p>
<p><a href=“http://m.nordstrom.com/Product/Details/3775988?origin=keywordsearch”>http://m.nordstrom.com/Product/Details/3775988?origin=keywordsearch</a></p>
<p>Tod’s have special rubber soles that prevent slipping, and the front part of the sole has some flexibility for a good grip on uneven surfaces (ever noticed what tight rope walkers wear - not clogs!). Suede uppers are more stretchy than leather, and there is a 1.5 inch heel that keeps foot strain at bay. The abovementioned features are somewhat universal for a comfortable shoe. </p>
<p>It is called a “laptop” for a reason. If you place it on your lap, it won’t be a problem when the person in front of you reclines his or her seat.</p>
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<p>Considering how hot most running computer processors, including those for laptops have gotten in the last decade and half, putting a laptop on your lap is not a good idea. The trend of hot running graphical processing units just adds to this issue. </p>
<p>Both for the sake of one’s own lap* and the laptop itself**. </p>
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<p>** Good way to eventually kill off the processor/motherboard because of overheating due to blocked air vents underneath the laptop. Especially considering many notebook manufacturers mount intake fans directly underneath the notebook somewhere. </p>
<p>…but that is the laptop user’s problem. If people were not meant to be allowed to recline, there would be no “recline” button.</p>
<p>The food tray is for food; the “recline” button is for reclining. If the laptop gets too hot, wear stronger pants or get a better cooling fan for the laptop. Hehe</p>
<p>Much ado about (almost) nothing.</p>