Shoe Repairs And Several Other Things When I Was 7

Shoe Repairs And Several Other Things When I Was 7
My Dad repaired most of our shoes believe it or not, I can hardly believe it myself now. With 7 pairs of shoes always needing repairs I think he was quite clever to learn how to “Keep us in shoe Leather” to coin a phrase!

He bought several different sizes of cast iron cobbler’s “lasts”. Last, the old English “Laest” meaning footprint. Lasts were holding devices shaped like a human foot. I have no idea where he would have bought the shoe leather. Only that it was a beautiful creamy, shiny colour and the smell was lovely.

But I do remember our shoes turned upside down on and fitted into these lasts, my Dad cutting the leather around the shape of the shoe, and then hammering nails, into the leather shape. Sometimes we’d feel one or 2 of those nails poking through the insides of our shoes, but our dad always fixed it.

Hiking and Swimming Galas
Dad was a very outdoorsy type, unlike my mother, who was probably too busy indoors. She also enjoyed the peace and quiet when he took us off for the day!

Anyway, he often took us hiking in the mountains where we’d have a picnic of sandwiches and flasks of tea. And more often than not we went by steam train.

We loved poking our heads out of the window until our eyes hurt like mad from a blast of soot blowing back from the engine. But sore, bloodshot eyes never dampened our enthusiasm.

Dad was an avid swimmer and water polo player, and he used to take us to swimming galas, as they were called back then. He often took part in these galas. And again we always travelled by steam train.

Rowing Over To Ireland’s Eye
That’s what we did back then, we had to go by rowboat, the only way to get to Ireland’s eye, which is 15 minutes from mainland Howth. From there we could see Malahide, Lambay Island and Howth Head of course. These days you can take a Round Trip Cruise on a small cruise ship!

But we thoroughly enjoyed rowing and once there we couldn’t wait to climb the rocks, and have a swim. We picnicked and watched the friendly seals doing their thing and showing off.

Not to mention all kinds of birdlife including the Puffin.The Martello Tower was also interesting but a bit dangerous to attempt entering. I’m getting lost in the past as I write, and have to drag myself back to the present.

Fun Outings with The camera Club
Dad was also a very keen amateur photographer, and was a member of a camera Club. There were many Sunday photography outings and along with us came other kids of the members of the club.

And we always had great fun while the adults busied themselves taking photos of everything and anything, it seemed to us. Dad was so serious about his photography that he set up a dark room where he developed and printed his photographs.

All black and white at the time. He and his camera club entered many of their favourites in exhibitions throughout Europe. I’m quite proud to say that many cups and medals were won by Dad. They have been shared amongst all his grandchildren which I find quite special.

He liked taking portraits of us kids too, mostly when we were in a state of untidiness, usually during play. Dad always preferred the natural look of messy hair and clothes in the photos of his children.

Looking Good – Ladies Golf Clothes

In regards to most sports, looking good while playing the game does not have a great amount of importance attached to it, as most require a uniform. Golf is the exception. Ladies golf clothes have come such a long way over the past several years and because of this we now have the option to be very stylish on the course. I’ve certainly seen ladies on the golf course in outfits that I would enjoy wearing out to a casual dinner and feel pretty good about how I looked.In an article written by Julie Burton called Raising The Bar – Ladies Golf Apparel, she writes “Ladies golf apparel makes a statement that sums up your personality and your confidence.” I think this is very true. When I feel good in my golf clothes, I feel better about being out there on the course and my confidence is higher. Conversely, if the outfit I have chosen is frumpy and dull, I just don’t feel good about myself and therefore lower self esteem and confidence.Although the selection of ladies golf clothes in stores and pro shops is still often meager compared to the men’s selection, it’s getting better every day. However, I’ve found that the best source for finding ladies golf clothes by shopping online. You can find a vast array of ladies golf clothes, and shop for good prices as well. If you type in “ladies golf clothes” or “ladies golf apparel” in whatever search engine you are using, you’ll get numerous results. Findings that will give you a huge assortment of ladies golf clothes from high end to more moderately priced fashions. Another plus is that most of these sites (even the high end ones) will have a section on specials and sale priced items they are running.Manufacturers of ladies golf clothes have done a good job of combining comfort and style. Breathable, moisture wicking fabrics are quick to dry and are incorporated in many styles of ladies golf apparel. These flexible fabrics make it easier to swing the club and pull the moisture away from the skin keeping us dry and comfortable.Versatility is key. From long pants to capris, shorts and the ever popular golf skort we’ve got much to choose from. The fun and unique details applied to ladies golf apparel on the golf shirts of today make them a far cry from the old-fashioned blouses of former times. I also love the colors, from bold to pastels, stripes, plaids, and a continuous variety of prints.In short, my suggestion to you is if you cannot find what you are looking for in retail stores and pro shops check out what’s online. The possibilities are endless.So ladies…let’s go shopping!

What About Liquid Nutrition?

It is proved that we get our necessary energy and stamina from liquid vitamins. It is not necessary for liquid vitamins to be expensive. Liquid nutritionals are available in lots in fresh fruit and vegetable juice. It is essential that both fruits and vegetables have to be mixed in the right combination to get the required nutrition for our body. Research shows that the effect of liquid nutrition supplement on our body is amazing as our body gets recharged immediately after the intake of liquid nutrition supplements.Liquid vitamin supplements can be in the form of an enriched drink. They are basically thick like milk and are available easily in the market. Drinks are available in different flavors. This is also available in powder form which has to be mixed either with milk or water. It is proved that liquid nutrition gets digested easily so that the vitamins and minerals found in the liquid nutrition are absorbed at a faster rate.Liquid nutritional supplements are beneficial for those people who are not getting the right amount of nutrition from their regular food. For those having medical conditions like chemotherapy find it difficult to consume solid food, so it is not only easy to drink liquid nutrition but also it supplies the necessary vitamins and minerals for the body. Some may have sensitive throat which gets affected often. In such situation it will be difficult for them to consume food. At such situation liquid nutrition will be of great help as it helps them to get the required nutrition for their body.Liquid nutritionals can be incorporated in our daily diet so that our body gets the right amount of vitamins on a daily basis. Liquid nutrition is very essential for those people who are undergoing certain treatment or in the stage of combating a disease.