A PINK PAIR TO SPARE

As I was waiving "Bye-Bye" to our dinner guests recently, the wife  came running back up the sidewalk.

"I forgot to ask you," she said, "Where did you find those amazing Pink Imitation Crocs---I have admired them all evening!"

I told her I'd located them at Wal-Mart and that not only were they comfy---they were just $6.00!

She couldn't believe the fantastic price of such wonderful shoes.  She agreed they not only looked comfy, but they were very stylish and she thought they made my feet look smaller!

Well, with that sweet compliment,  I added that perhaps she would want to scoot over there pretty soon, as their supply of Pink Imitation Crocs was looking low on the day I purchased mine!

The next day, I had several errands to run.

While driving along, I realized my good fortune to have discovered those divine shoes. 

 I thought to myself it would be a great idea to perhaps pick up another pair soon---before they sold out!  I figured it would be  grand to have a spare of the pink pair ---one to wear around the house and a nicer pair to wear out in public!

Oh, yes, good idea!  A pair to spare!

My first stop was  Hobby Lobby.

As I was in the Christmas tree section, pondering the wonders of  Pink  trees for sale at the end of August, the nicest lady approached me and said,  "I have been admiring those Pink Imitation Crocs of yours and just wondered where you found them."

I was so flattered that she liked my choice in shoes, I eagerly told her,  "Well, they have them at Wal-Mart---and they're just $6.00!"  She said she certainly appreciated me sharing that fashion tip with her and turned to leave.  I quickly added that she should probably get over there soon, because the inventory was low the other day!   "I will," she happily replied!!!

 

 

I continued  checking out the extensive Christmas displays Hobby Lobby eagerly puts out earlier and earlier each year!  They know we just can't wait to see that decor once we pack up our July 4th items! 

And they are so right---  I found the most beautiful holiday door mat while at Hobby Lobby! 

Yes sir, as it was nearing one-hundred degrees outside, I was admiring how lovely my Pink Imitation Crocs looked while standing on that wintry mat. . . someone else was liking the looks of them, too. 

 Just inches away from me was a lady whose eyes were looking straight down at my shoes!  "Do you mind sharing with me where you found those gorgeous Pink Imitation Crocs?" she asked.

"Well, certainly not!   They carry them at Wal-Mart for a thrifty price of $6.00!" I generously replied.   Then I told her that she might want to check on them soon, as the store was running low!  She was obviously elated over the information and thanked me over and over as she headed for the front door!

"I just LOVE to help people out!", I thought to myself.  I wondered if this counted as a "good deed" or a "pay it forward".   It just made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside!  I walked away humming "Tis the season to be jolly. . . . .  ."

On to the grocery store!

My first stop was to pick up some  neon green recycle shopping bags for my daughter-in-law.  She's young and hip and loves that bright green---I just knew she would be thrilled with them.

While making my selection, I couldn't help but notice that a couple of other ladies were also loading up on the bags AND eying my Pink Imitation Crocs!!

One of them finally asked me where I purchased such fine and comfy shoes.

Oh, my!  I was reaching the "big head" of foot ware!  Everyone loved my taste in shoes!!---"Why", I thought to myself,  "hadn't I gone into something that suited my obvious gifts---like fashion design- - - or maybe I should have been a buyer- - -or better yet, a foot model."  Oh, that must be it!  My feet do look great in those Pink Imitation Crocs!  Why, oh why, had I wasted all of those years on the wrong career path ?

I meekly smiled and said, "You'll find them at Wal- Mart for $6.00, but you need to get right over there as they didn't have many left!"

Moving on, I made my way to the kitty litter aisle. 

As I was hoisting a couple of the heavy bags into my cart,  I felt a tap on my shoulder.  When I turned around the sweetest little elder-shopper  asked me where I had found those lovely Pink Imitation Crocs.

"Well," I told her, "they have  them at  Wal-Mart---and they're only $6.00!"

Before I could add that "they didn't have a big supply", she  nearly knocked me down bolting toward the door!  She looked back at me and yelled, "Thank you!  Oh, thank you!"                                                                                 

Just as I was about to leave the store, I saw that Jill, my favorite pharmacist was on  duty.  She is the daughter of one of my good friends---I've known her since she was a very little girl---and there she stood---a pharmacist!

We had only been visiting for a few minutes when she said,  "I just have to ask you---WHERE did you find those Pink Imitation Crocs?"  She went on to to explain that her feet just killed her by the end of a long day on the job and those shoes looked so comfy!

I told her they were the most wonderful shoes I had ever owned and that I had found them at Wal- Mart for a mere $6.00---then added that she should rush right over there, as very few were left!

Jill gave me a big old hug and told me "thanks" and charged out the door!  I don't think her shift was over, either.  The other pharmacists just looked at each other---a bit confused over Jill's sudden departure.

When I arrived home, Izzie told me she wanted to take a little walk.

 

We headed out the door and saw my neighbor Cindi on her porch! 

Izzie and I went over to say "hi" to her and catch up a bit, but it wasn't long before I realized she was staring at my SHOES!  "I'd LOVE to have a pair of those Pink Imitation Crocs!" she said .

Now, Cindi is a teacher and on her feet all day---so I'm certain that she is always on the look out for comfy shoes.  Being a good neighbor (and friend) I happily told her to head to Wal-Mart and for $6.00 she could have herself a pair.  She should also know, I warned her, they were in limited supply, so she might want to get over there pretty soon!  

Early that very afternoon, I paid a visit to my little grand daughter!  She was so excited when  I showed her my new Pink Imitation Crocs----because she had some, too!  

I think they look mightly comfy on her, as well!
 

When I came home, my daughter and I sat on the patio and had a tall icy soda.  As I looked through the table grate, I realized that LOW AND BEHOLD she was wearing Pink Crocs---the real ones.  I asked her why she didn't pick some up at Wal- Mart, as they were considerably cheaper!

She told me she stopped there first, but there were only three pair left and none of them were in her size.

RATS!!!!  Three pair!!!!---and I wanted to get a spare!!!!--I wanted a spare pair of Pink Imitation Crocs!

 

There was not a moment to waste!!!

 I hopped in my car and headed to Wal-Mart.

Once I  parked my car and tore into the store . . . . I started running down the aisles of bedspreads and notebook paper and alarm clocks and DVD players----madly making my way to the shoe department and the glorious display of Pink Imitation Crocs.   

Please, please, please!   Let there be just one more pair of Pink Imitation Crocs for ME!!!

When I finally made it----gasping and staggering- - - to the wondrous supply of the most perfect Pink shoes ever mass produced in the history of mankind, I found. . . . . . .

An EMPTY bin!!!!  The bin of Pink Plastic Perfection was EMPTY!!!

Oh, no!  How could this be? 

From behind me I heard sounds of joy and laughter! 

 I carefully turned around and saw ----the LAST of the Pink Imitation Crocs  being snatched up by these lucky gals--- who all recognized what wonderfully comfy and cheap shoes they had just discovered!

They were thrilled beyond belief at their good fortune.

All I could think of was:  No pair to spare for me! 

No extra Pink Imitation Crocs in my closet!!!

I returned home empty-handed.  


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As I shared my sad tale with THE STONE RABBIT---of how I had told sooooo many others where to purchase the  great shoes and how, now, there weren't any more Pink Imitation Crocs around so that I might have a pair to spare---he just looked at me and said, "Well, you did make a lot of people happy by sharing where you found those magnificent Pink Imitation Crocs!" 

He added that it would no doubt take a very long time before mine would wear out!  

He was right. 

He usually knows how to snap me out of my down moments!

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There are 91, yes NINETY-ONE other bloggers sharing their wonderful Pink Saturday posts!  For links to a world of pinkness, just go to Beverly's at HOW SWEET THE SOUND!

 

DANA

Comments

[bj]

hahahahaha...LOVED you PINK shoes story...too cute. Maybe Walmart will get some more in for your SPARE....
bj

[Pat]

Dana you are amazing!! Love this Pink Saturday post!!

[Barb Conroy]

Such a funny tale you've spun. I enjoyed every word of it!
Thanks for making me smile!
~xx Barb xx~

[nikki]

TOO CUTE!! I love the tales of hands and feet!

[Darlene]

I am again ROFLOL at you and your imitation croc story. You are an amazing story teller!! I am glad you at least have one pair of those comfy shoes. Congrats. on winning some dish towels from Dawn's giveaway!

[Beverly]

Now, don't you go thinking about settling for another color. That would just be wrong!

You are such a doer of good deeds. ;-)

[Jeanne]

Dana, I couldn't wait to check out your post today. As usual it was fun and made me laugh alot. I too love your pink crocs. My daughter calls the imitation ones 'craps.':) I am sure I told you that. She buys them at WalMart too. Smile. After reading your story, I had the BIGGEST laugh when you changed Beverly's name using PINK. I don't think she caught that. I am going to call and razz her a little. Thanks for several minutes of great entertainment.

Have a blessed Sunday my friend.

Jeanne

[Dawn]

What a wonderful story teller you are! I have one pair of Crocs and would love to have some in other colors. Too bad we don't have a Walmart near by. I think there may be a pair of pink imitation wings waiting for you for all of your good deed doing spreading the word of the Pink Imitation Crocs.

take care,
Dawn

[Beverly]

Actually, I thought maybe you did it intentionally. And, I thought it was really funny.

[nola, of the alamo north]

Don't worry, they will last forever! I have a pair that are about 4 years old, and still good as new! When they get dirty, throw them in the washing machine, and they come out looking brand spanking new! I wear mine all through the winter, just add some pretty, thick socks and you're all set!

[Virginia]

Had to come back to check out your post today. What a talent you have with words. You are great story teller and sooooo funny.
Thanks for the visit.
Blessings, Virginia

[Betty @ She's Sew Pretty]

I've only ever had one person ask me about my crocs-a man who wanted to know if they would be good for boating. I have pink, brown and bright red (the ones I was wearing the day the boating guy talked to me) When I first bought them my son made me promise not to wear them out of the house. I broke that promise. (shame on me) Now I see them everywhere. LOL

[Connie]

I have 4 pairs of them: pink, purple, black and navy blue and are absolutely the most comfortable shoe I've ever worn, sweet chick rabbit!! It was the only shoe I could wear after a podiatrist cut on these gorgeous feet!! But I get stared all the time and I just "flash" my feet at them. Daughter gave me the first pair of purple and I got the rest at Michaels for $5.00 a pair!!! Yesssssss, 5 buckarinos, sweetpea and absolute LOVE LOVE them. I'm a fashion plate in my town, I tell ya!!! LOL
Smoochies,
Connie

[Kat]

Walmart should send you 10 pair just for being such a good advertisement!

Hugs!
Kat

[Susan M Hickam]

great fun as always! hope to see you soon-computer is working again. yeah!

[Sandra Evertson]

That was Brilliant! I LOVE the Adventures of the Pink Imitation Crocs!
Sandra Evertson

[Kady]

As always, you don't disappiont with your Pink posts! They are the first ones I go to now!

So funny seeing all the people in their pink crocs!

Kady

[g]

Great story!! You are so fun to read.

And I'm so glad I read Beverly's post today to learn about your goof with "How Pink the sound" - because I think it's too cute!

[karen cox]

Oh, they say that laughter is so good for the soul. Dana, you made me laugh those huge belly kind of laughs. This post is as Adorable as your wonderful Pink Saturday posts. You are so clever, and so funny and I wish I lived close by too, because I have a feeling we would spend most of the time together laughing. Happy Pink Saturday.
Karen
P.S. my favorite pumpkins are Cinderella Pumpkins. It's no wonder that some artist was inspired to create a pumpkin coach looking at this pumpkin.

[Ceekay]

I could see where that was going....Great post as always! How many times do we do this to ourselves. My husband always likes to add, well, you shoulda....

[Lorena]

Just an adorable sweet PINK crock story! Loved It!
Happy PINK...Lorena

[Margie]

tee hee hee! This was worth the extra day's wait, even hubby agreed! (though he was terribly disappointed yesterday!)

Oh such wisdom the stone rabbit has! He's right, I'm sure they will probably last you a very long time. BUT! Just in case, would you like me to check my Walmart for you? Maybe they still have a pair in your size! tee hee hee! I'll get a pair for myself while I'm there!

[Katherinellen]

Dana,
Cute pink croc....love your story..lol...very cute post...Happy Pink Saturday....have a wonderful weekends Ktherinellen

[Brenda Kula]

Dana, you sure know how to spin a humorous tale! You get me every time with your Carol Burnett/Lucille Ball ways! Love your pink crocs!
Brenda

[Brenda]

Nothing better than a comfy pare of shoes and pink too.
Bewt Wishes
Brenda:)

[Kathy]

I got mine!
Kathy

[Kathy]

LOL, love this post, thank you for the smiles. Happy Pink Saturday!
Kathy

[bj]

Just to let you know that, I, too, noticed the PINK in Beverly's blog name but...I thought you did it for kicks and I thought it was soooo cute.
CHANGE IT BACK !! :o)
not, really ...but, anyway, just wanted ya to know this!
love, bj

[Jeanne]

Dana, Beverly and I both agreed we thought your 'Pink' slip on her blog name was hilarious. Your brilliant mind just took over and your natural humor just came out. Smile.
I hope you got everything unloaded. How was your sale. I forgot to ask.

Have a great evening...Jeanne

[Alexandra]

hahahahaha...you are so funny! :) I wonder if there are any pink crocs at my Walmart here!! Seriously! :)

*hugs*

[Jean]

Very cute Pink Saturday post! I always look forward to a fun read! Maybe Walmart should pay you for advertising for them!

~Jean

[Viv (VivLyn)]

Hi there H'ween partner! You are the best story teller!! I should go and check out my WalMart for those fabulous imitation Crocs!

[Sue]

Always a joy to visit you here...and what is better than a pair of comfy shoes? Unless it is a pair of comfy shoes that are PINK!

Hugs,
Sue

[Jeanne]

Hello Dana, just stopped by to say hello and how are you.
Thank you for you comments on our window wall. We do love living here. Our little piece of heaven.

Have a wonderful day.

Hugs...Jeanne

[rhondi]

Th pink crocs are too cute. I think I'll stop by our WalMart tomorrow and see if they have any left. I loved reading your blog todya and seeing all the photos of the pink shoes!
Hugs, Rhondi

[Ro]

You are such a hoot! Loved the story but sorry you didn't get the extra shoes.

[rue]

Good morning Dana :)

I loved this story! You made everyone a little pink-er ;)

hugs,
rue

[Alexandra]

Just stopping by to say hello.

[Nancy @ My Crafty Little Page]

How did I miss your Pink Sat. post??? I hate wearing crocs but I've got to have a pair of those pink ones just to look at and wear for pictures! Especially since I'm runnning low on pink pics to post. Cute, cute, cute, Dana! :)Nancy

[Patti]

Dana - all I can do is laugh! Oh, I can't believe I want pink crocs after reading your post! I need to go lie down. Surely this moment will pass. (You have a gift - pleeeeeze consider writing children's books!)