I am coming out of the shadows to say a quick hi! As some of you might remember, at the beginning of this summer, after 10 years in the US, my husband and I returned to our home country to be near our families. I've been following the blog and checking up on the forum from time to time but haven't been able to participate.
Because of the move and my new job, there have been a lot of changes in my life - a much longer and warmer summer, an unbelievably long commute, lots and lots of citywalking in a very old city with uneven and very crowded sidewalks, teaching two lecture classes where I have to stand up for at least 6 hours a week in front of large groups of students. My wardrobe has been handling the transition fairly well, except for the shoes. My high-heeled shoes (even wedges) have seen practically no wear and have been relegated to the deep end of the closet. I've been relying on sandals and ballet flats all summer. I think my high-wamp shoes (particulary boots and booties) will fare better. Some of them do have high-ish heels but they feel much more stable and comfy than pumps. But, I still have to wait for the weather to cool down a bit more to start wearing booties.For now, I am a on a quest to find affordable, comfy, real leather shoes with very low or no heel, but it is proving very difficult. Online selection is very limited and how I miss the very generous return policies in the US!:) I also need a new, sensible handbag solution. I am lugging around only a very light and thin laptop along with my wallet, keys, phone, etc. so I don't have a very heavy load, but still I need to walk a lot and carrying a messenger bag is starting to take its toll on my neck and back.
I am still trying to adjust, so I don't think I will be around much, but I will continue following the blog and the forum. I am leaving you with a few instagram pictures from my daily commute(1-3) and my summer. Enjoy!