Public Service Announcement

Worn out shoe treads.  Photo taken by and the property of FourWalls.
@FourWalls (88961)
United States
October 16, 2026 10:46pm CST
First, I want to say thank you to everybody who has offered prayers and well wishes for me because of my broken hand bones. I’m doing quite well. Today, I did laundry, and I vacuumed the floor. Yesterday, I did my grocery shopping. I have discovered the reason for the fall I took on Monday, and I want to offer this as a public service announcement. Whatever you do, check the treads on the soles of your shoes. After the fact, I turned mine over and saw that they were worn out. That caused me to not have a lot of traction, which caused the fall. (Or, that’s my story and I’m sticking with it! ) Another thing regarding my lot: as you can, imagine, it is difficult to type. Plus, the chat dictation isn’t all that good. (Or maybe it doesn’t understand southern accents. ) Therefore, it appears that the obituaries lists that I do every month for musicians who passed away will have to wait. I will see what I can do, because I know you want to hear about Ronnie Dove. Once I can type again, I will catch up. Thanks again for your support, and please check your shoes for wear!
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11 responses
@teamfreak16 (47887)
• Denver, Colorado
2h
Well, I guess you're just not dedicated to the site.
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@FourWalls (88961)
• United States
2h
What I am is committed! Or, at least, what I should be is committed.
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@teamfreak16 (47887)
• Denver, Colorado
2h
@FourWalls - Shouldn't we all.
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@MarieCoyle (64164)
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1h
@FourWalls When you go to get committed, stop by and pick me up.
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@NJChicaa (128128)
• United States
2h
Who?
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@FourWalls (88961)
• United States
2h
Exactly!
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@AmbiePam (131080)
• United States
1h
Oh girl, I feel you. I wear my shoes until they fall part, and this has caused me to face plant in a Petco parking lot before. I shamed Annabelle, my beloved chihuahua at the time.
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@FourWalls (88961)
• United States
1h
It’s my fault for buying quality shoes. It used to be that the tops of my shoes wore out so fast that the bottoms didn’t have time to!
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@celticeagle (194746)
• Boise, Idaho
2h
Your story sounded valid to me. Those are some well used shoes. Get you some new shoes. I think it's time. Take care and hopes for a speedy recovery.
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@FourWalls (88961)
• United States
2h
Thank you. I went shopping yesterday, and the first thing I picked up was a new pair of Skechers.
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@jstory07 (149865)
• Roseburg, Oregon
2h
I just threw a pair of shoes away that were good on top but worn on the bottom. They are dangerous when your treads are worn out.
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@FourWalls (88961)
• United States
1h
My shoes used to fall to pieces on top first. That’s what I get for buying good shoes like Skechers.
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@JudyEv (389625)
• Rockingham, Australia
2h
Thanks for the information. There certainly isn't much tread on your shoes. I'm glad you're doing well. Just don't do anything too strenuous.
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@FourWalls (88961)
• United States
1h
Darn all my rotten luck, I can’t pick my weights up. truth be told, I can’t do much with my hands since it’s splinted. I do make sure to do range of motion exercises with my shoulders, to make sure that the right shoulder doesn’t get stiff.
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@JudyEv (389625)
• Rockingham, Australia
25m
@FourWalls It would certainly restrict you in lots of ways.
@TheHorse (240594)
• Walnut Creek, California
24m
I just got two pair of new shoes. But my flip flops are almost a fantasy.
• Defuniak Springs, Florida
50m
How did I not know you broke your hands. I hope you heal quickly maam. I am horrible about wearing my shoes all the way through. Kids get new shoes whenever they want them, but I put mine off forever. I bet you could do voice to text for posts here. We will miss you!
@MarieCoyle (64164)
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1h
Shoes get comfortable and we forget to check the treads. I have a pair of black Skechers I need to replace soon. They look pretty bald on the bottom, but they feel so good on my feet! Take care of YOU and rest!
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• United States
2m
But I always thought you were such a good sole. LOL!
@Wrexxo (9537)
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Just now
Glad to hear you're doing ok, and good on you for getting the laundry and groceries done with a broken hand. Thanks for the shoe tip too, I'm gonna check mine tonight. Take your time with the obituary lists, we'll still be here when you're ready.