Small steps lead to big changes...

WinterWarrior

The difference between water resistant and waterproof always trips me up. Water resistant are ok for showers, but not for a good soaking I think. It’s the same for coats. Possibly some comfy walking boots might be better than trainers? I have some good ones I got for walking the dog which are just like chunky trainers. Very comfortable, but I can’t drive in them as the soles are much too thick. 

EssexHebridean

Ahh yes - I'd forgotten that you were a fellow "Thursday is the new Friday" person - great isn't it! 

I had to buy new walking shoes recently and ended up paying a little more than usual for a pair of M3rrell branded ones - now they really are impressively waterproof - and are also trainer style so lovely and comfy too. My trainers are mostly for either the gym or running (yes, shhhh...it will happen again!) and so I work on the basis that mostly my feet just get wet if it's raining!   (SA - the M3rrells came from Sp0rts D1rect if that helps). 

Sunshine_girl2

Another Merrell Fan here , never get wet feet . 

jwil

Sun_Addict said:

I can highly recommend bio oil. When I had an operation on my ankle the hospital recommended it and it really reduced the scarring, you can barely see the marks now. I'm looking for some waterproof trainers as I walk to work and hate sitting there with wet feet so will be interested to see what you think.

Thank you, it's good to hear what's worked for others.  I'll have a look at that and the calendula cream and see if they are suitable for children.

I'll let you know about the trainers!

jwil

WinterWarrior said:

The difference between water resistant and waterproof always trips me up. Water resistant are ok for showers, but not for a good soaking I think. It’s the same for coats. Possibly some comfy walking boots might be better than trainers? I have some good ones I got for walking the dog which are just like chunky trainers. Very comfortable, but I can’t drive in them as the soles are much too thick. 

Yes, it's annoying because it's not always clear.  These are meant to be waterproof so I shall see.  I don't fancy walking boots, I do have some, but not for work, and I don't want to have to carry a change of shoes. I do have my trusty DMs actually, I could wear those  

EssexHebridean said:

Ahh yes - I'd forgotten that you were a fellow "Thursday is the new Friday" person - great isn't it! 

I had to buy new walking shoes recently and ended up paying a little more than usual for a pair of M3rrell branded ones - now they really are impressively waterproof - and are also trainer style so lovely and comfy too. My trainers are mostly for either the gym or running (yes, shhhh...it will happen again!) and so I work on the basis that mostly my feet just get wet if it's raining!   (SA - the M3rrells came from Sp0rts D1rect if that helps). 

Sunshine_girl2 said:

Another Merrell Fan here , never get wet feet . 

I love finishing on a Thursday, it's fab!

I've never heard of Merrell, so I'll have a look and bear it in mind if these aren't great.

jwil

These are the ones I bought - Skechers https://smile.amazon.co.uk/Skechers-Womens-Outdoor-Sneaker-Black/dp/B08QJNQFXM/   Fingers crossed!  My feet were soaked this morning, and I think that's because the sole has gone on my current ones.

jwil

DH has just informed me that he's booked off tomorrow.  He thought it would be nice for us to have the day together.  Yes, I agree, but part of me is thinking, darn, I was looking forward to a bit of time to myself! He can't win  

jwil

Today's PAD - £2.

Jan - £15

jwil

Ugh, had a rough night last night, and don't feel great today.  Sod's law it's always on the day off!

We booked a summer holiday last night, first time ever for us with the kids! We normally go for weekends out of season.  We are heading to bonny Scotland for a week.  Can't wait   Probably why I felt rough, the shock of spending that much  

I think we've got the glamour of a tip run today and the kids are back to swimming tonight.

Have a good day everyone  

WinterWarrior

I hope you feel better.
How lovely to have a holiday to look forward to. Whereabouts in Scotland are you going? Before I moved here I had no idea how big it was. You get to the border and think ‘ooh that was quick’ and then it just goes on for ever and ever 😬