Therafit - Step Into Comfort.

For anyone that knows me fairly well, you would know that I despise shoes. Well actually, let me rephrase, I LOVE shoes from a style aspect. I love having a super cute pair of kicks to give my outfit the perfect exclamation point.

My feet on the other hand(or foot, lol) are always miserable in shoes. I don't know why, just being in shoes is like torture. So I avoid wearing them as much as possible. I go barefoot at home always, and even when going somewhere, I usually wear flip flops to avoid the discomfort of my cuter shoes.

However there are many times that flip flops just don't go. Anywhere a lot of walking is involved and any kind of outdoor sports, labor, etc requires an athletic type shoe.

Usually after a couple hours in sneakers, my feet are dying. It is the most horrible experience. I have tried so many brands and styles to no avail.

Of course, I am no quitter, so when I was contemplating ideas for by top Birthday picks, I wanted to find a pair of shoes that did not bring blisters and pain to my feet and tears to my eyes. I figured it would be difficult but I rose to the challenge.

It was actually much easier than I though as soon as I looked in the right place. I actually felt a little silly that I had not discovered these sooner.

Therafit is a brand that's sole objective is to produce shoes that no only care for your feet, but your entire body.

What makes Therafit so special is that it is a comfortable shoe created to be fashionable and functional, not the other way around.

That might not make much sense, but basically, the first thought is comfort, then comes the style and performance. Most other shoes put fashion or performance first and try to work in the comfort as an afterthought, and that does really work.

Therafit was created by a doctor(Dr. Lisa Masterson). You know that if a doctor creates something intended to relieve/prevent pain, it is bound to work. But even if you are still a little skeptical, there is one feature that ensures Therafit will fit your needs perfectly. They are customizable!

You can actually adjust the support level of these shoes. It's really amazing. There are three Personal Comfort Adapters that are removable. You can leave all 3 in place, or you can remove one, two or all three.

What is really cool is that they are on each shoe(or course). So if you happen to need different support levels for each foot independently even, you can do that and not have to worry about getting 2 different shoes or having unnecessary discomfort.

And since you can remove and replace them as you like, if you need different levels of support for different days or situations, you can have it without any hassle at all. Even if you find the "perfect" pair of shoes for your feet, if might not be right for every situation. With Therafit, if it's not perfect, just change it. I love that.

And the Personal Comfort Adapters are hardly the only feature designed for maximum comfort and cushion. The entire shoe is built with comfort in mind, and it really shows. So much goes into these, and the end result really reflects that.



From the Breathable upper all the way down to the flexible outsole, this shoe is incredible. They are perfect down to the last detail and the quality just pours out. They are unbelievable.

It was like butter when I put these on. The just molded to me feel, it was like stepping on memory foam. The had just the right about of support without being too hard or firm. They had a perfect cushion. They have the slightest spring to but a bounce in your step and reduce impact on knees, ankles and of course feet.

These are perfectly comfortable to be no matter how I use the Personal Comfort Adapters, but I think I prefer the shoes without them because they feel even softer and more cushiony that way.

It is like walking on air. It might be even more comfortable than being barefoot. The top is so breathable that I never feel confined, hot, or uncomfortable in that aspect, and the soft, cradling bounce actually makes every step easier and causes far less impact to my joints when I walk. I have noticed a reduction in my hip and knee pain, and my back has not hurt in days(it always used to hurt).

I am in love with these shoes!!

And as great as the comfort is, of course the performance is as well. I could do anything in these shoes. With that kind of comfort, you would think the style would be sacrificed. On the contrary, they are adorable!

I am all about black for sneakers(and everything) so these are great. I love that the bottoms are gray and not white so they don't show dirt as easily, and the white laces really pop even more. They are so fabulous. I can wear them with almost anything(except formal wear of course). And they stand out without being too flashy.

These shoes would make a perfect gift for anyone. Not only are you giving the gift of a super cute, functional shoe, but of sublime comfort that banishes pain and makes every step feel like floating. You could never put a value on that.

These definitely made a great gift to myself. And as if the amazing shoes themselves was not enough to do that, the way they arrived really made them feel like a present, because they were wrapped and everything.

This incredible gesture was such a wonderful icing on the cake. The products are incredible yes, but this just goes a step further and shows how truly caring the Therafit company is. How they really care about their customers and take their time to show their appreciation.

Taking the time to wrap the box so beautifully, tie it with a lovely ribbon and even hand write a note shows a passion and dedication to customers that is unparalleled. I am so beyond impressed.

Every single aspect of my experience with Therfit has been superb. I highly receommend that everyone try Therafit, not only for their amazing quality products,  but also their incredible service. I am sure you will be blown away, as I am.

And be sure to keep an eye on my posts because in the coming months I will be hosting a giveaway for a pair of these incredible shoes. Therafit has been kind enough to allow me to give you all a chance to win, but their shoes are so popular, that will have to wait until they can get a little breathing room. So now you have something exciting to look forward to.

*Although I received these at no cost to facilitate a review, all opinions are 100% my own*

WWE LIVE!! Amazing Events And So Much More!

Saturday night I had the pleasure of being a part of a fabulous event. WWE Live came to the Ocean Center. For those unfamiliar with the area, it is a very rare treat for WWE to come this close to where I live, and any time they are nearby, I MUST attend.

As many of you know, my son is nearly 6 years old and he has autism. Taking him anywhere new can be a bit challenging and new situations often upset him. I have always wanted to share the experience of a WWE event with him, but knew it would be too much for him to handle.

He loves WWE and watches it on TV with me all the time. We especially love to watch Saturday Morning Slam together. It's really perfect because it the WWE's show created specifically for kids. There is less concern hat the kids might see something too PG, and it is also on Saturday mornings, so kids don't need to stay up too late to see it.

It is such a great show too. Mick Foley is the GM. I love Foley. I have been a fan of his forever. Not only is he a Hardcore Legend, he is very smart, more so than one would think.

The matches are great and all the extra segments are so much fun. I love it just as much as he does, and the bonding experience it creates for us is so wonderful. I remember bonding with my big brother(my idol) over WWE as a young child, and those are some of the best memories of my whole life.

My son has been making huge strides in terms of social coping. I am so proud of how far he has come. I pretty much knew that a live show might still be overstimulating for him, but I knew that he would still enjoy it even for the anxiousness it also may bring.

When I found out that the WWE was coming to the Ocean Center for the only appearance there in 2013, I figured I had the seize the chance to take him.

He was excited as soon as I told him. He talked about it non stop for days and had a hard time understanding that he had to wait. When we arrived he nearly jumped out of his shoes.

The noise was a factor, as I knew it would be, he was fairly overwhelmed, but he was still so happy to be there, and he had a great time.

There was a great turnout of Superstars. Seriously, an awesome lineup, especially for being just an untelevised house show.

I was expecting a few low or mid grade matches, but I was blown away by the starts that appeared.

We were in the lobby picking up the tickets, buying merch and using the restroom and actually missed the first few minutes. I could hear some noise, but did not think the show had started. When I heard The Miz's music hit, I almost lost it. I love The Miz.

Still I did not think the show had started, because I thought there is no way a star like The Miz would actually be in the first match. I figured he would be more like the headliner, although no matter when he appears it is a headline appearance to me.

We got to our seats only a few minutes after the match started. There was still plenty of Miz goodness to enjoy as he defeated Curtis Axel.

That match alone would have been enough to make my whole night, but that was only the beginning of an incredible event.

Next, Zeb Colter and Antonio Cesaro came out to run their mouths.

 

They issued an open challenge for any superstar to fight Cesaro, and boasted that no one was man enough to accept, but Dolph Zigler came out ready to fight.

Of course Cesaro retreated. The match was set for later in the evening and was even made a Fan's Choice match where us attendees could text or tweet to vote for either a 2 out of 3 falls or a no DQ match. I think it is so cool that they did an interactive match even for a house show.

The next match was Heath Slater vs none other than Ted DiBiase Jr. I love him. I have not seen much of him lately and was certainly not expecting him to be there. I was so glad to see him.

This was a really great match.

DiBiase won, which was really cool.

The next match was a Divas Tag Match. It was Layla and Kaitlyn vs Aksana and (my favorite Diva) AJ Lee.

As most things are where women are concerned, this match was filled with drama. Of course the feud between AJ and Kaitlyn, but also the competition between Aj and her own partner Aksana, whihc ultimately cost them the match.

Next came a 2 on 1 handicapped match. Primo and Epico vs The Great Khali.

 

Of course, The Great Khali's massive size and strength was no match even for 2 opponents and he obliterated the duo.

After that was Big E Langston vs (one of Hubby's Mine and our son's favorites) Sheamus.

This was a wonderful match. Any time that Sheamus is in the ring you are in for a lot of fun.

Of course the match ended in a Sheamus victory(as if there would be any doubt). 

After all this action, I would be satisfied had the show ended at this point, although I always want more. However, the show was far from over, there was merely a brief intermission at this point.

The action picked right back up with The Prime Time Players vs The Usos.

This match was so fun. The Usos especially were really playing to the crowd, dancing and making it a really exciting match. I was actually blown away by the energy of the crowd during this match, it was main event level easy. My son actually got a little overwhelmed by all the clapping, cheering and stomping during this match. But he enjoyed it too.

The Usos won, which made me happy because I really like them, plus I cannot stand the Prime Time Players. The danced in victory, and that was really awesome.

The next match was the Fan's Choice Match, that I had mentioned earlier on, between Antonio Cesaro and Dolph Zigler. 

The stipulation chosen by the fans was No Disqualification. It was an incredible match. 

After all the carnage, Dolph Zigler emerged victorious.

And last, but certainly not least, the main event. Wade Barret vs (my obsession) The Viper Randy Orton. 

As expected from a Main Event, this match was terrific, and not just the glorious view of Orton, although that didn't hurt one bit.

The energy was off the charts. When Randy Orton's music hit everyone went nuts.In fact, it was so intense that my son became to overwhelmed(with excitement that was overstimulating) and hubby had to take him outside.

Of course the match concluded with an RKO, a Randy Orton victory and the crowd erupting with cheers. 

Thank goodness my son was already outside by then, because it was deafening(in a good way for those without autism). So much energy, it was electric. The amazing level of community is what really makes the events so incredible. Of course the superstars and the matches themselves are the main component, but in an arena with no energy it would not be nearly as much fun.

Another thing that really made his special, is the attitudes of the Superstars. They were all so nice and attentive to the fans. Pretty much all of them went around at slapped hand of everyone all around the gate. The Miz even picked up a little kid over the gate and help him up. It was so cute.

Many of the Superstars throw their shirts and things into the audience, and they were posing, dancing, smiling and having a great time(or appeared to be at least).

Randy Orton Stayed behind for about 10 minutes and went around to everyone anywhere close to the gate and even stopped for some pictures and autographs. I tried to get close, but of course so did everyone else, and in the spirit of not knocking people out of the way, I got within arms length but no cigar. I just think it is so awesome that he stayed so long to please the fans.

The entire experience was extraordinary! And even though my son got a little overwhelmed, he had a blast and I will definitely be taking him again any tie they come within 100 miles. The WWE sure knows how to put together a spectacular event. 

There were NXT stars signing autographs, a photo boot set up to have your photo taken with the WWE Title(for a cost of course), and even the Merchandise stands were wonderful. They were really efficient and the service was so courteous. The selection was very nice considering it was just a small show. There was hats, jewelry, armbands, masks, every shirt you could want(my son and I each got one) and even autographed photos.

My son LOVES his Sheamus shirt and has not even taken it off since the show, and I am in love with my Miz shirt as well.

Please excuse my disheveled Post-Show appearance, but such an intense event can cause that kind of thing. This is the look of a great night.

We all had an AMAZING time. If you have never been to a live show, there are no words(or even pictures) to describe the energy level and the excitement of a Live event. If there is ever one remotely close to you, you have got to attend. I promise it will be one of the most fun times of your life.

If you are not fortunate enough to have a WWE show come to your area you can still enjoy all the televised events and really get in on the action with WWE Merchandise. You can get any of the shirts, armbands, hats and so much more on WWESHOP.com 

The wonderful items you can pick up on WWE Shop include Brawlin' Buddies, like this John Cena one.

This toy is so much fun. It says 10 different phrases an if even makes grunting type noises when you hit it, like you are really beating it up. It's so cool. When I was little, my brother and I used to "wrestle" against pillows. We would have loved to have a toy like this. In fact, I still want one.

I almost kept this one, but of course it was for my son, so I gave it to him. He loves it.

They watch Saturday morning Slam together. It is adorable!

What I love most about the Brawlin' Buddies is that they are made to be beat up so you know they are going to last even through all the wear and tear kids inflict on toys. The quality is excellent and it can be a security toy for a boy without making him feel self conscious or like boys should not have one.

I also love that these can be purchased on WWEshop.com but they are also sold in stores, so if you don't shop online or just want to get this right now without waiting for it to ship, you can just head to most any store that sells toys and pick up one(or more) of these awesome toys.

Another great item you can pick up in the store while you are there is a Rumblin' Rampage Playset. Like this Crash Pack Playset with Body Slam Sheamus Figure.

My son loves Sheamus, so naturally, he loved this toy at first sight.

This is such a great little set. It includes the Sheamus figure(of course) as well as a ladder, chair and table and propulsion device, so it is really hardcore, and tons of fun.

He has so much fun playing with this, and I love that it helps him to use his imagination to make his own "match".

He plays with it for hours at a time, which is incredible for him. It's one of the only toys he actually plays with(besides his Brawlin' Buddy), usually he is on the computer or watching TV or reading, but he rarely plays with toys, so I love how much he enjoys this little set.

I totally get it. I cherished my WWE figures when I was younger. I wish I still had all my old ones. I will definitely be getting him more of these so he can have matches, tournaments and even Royal Rumbles like my brother and I used to.

No matter what you or your kids like, I can pretty much guarantee that WWE will have something(or countless things) that you will enjoy. It is impossible to resist becoming completely obsessed, but that is definitely not a bad thing. It is such a great bonding tool and perfect for building lifelong memories as I have done since my childhood and am now sharing with my children, who will hopefully have the opportunity to do the same with their children and so on.

I hope you will take my advice and check out the WWE. Live would be the ideal way, but on TV, or via their incredible websites or merchandise in stores. No matter how you do it, just DO IT!

*Although I received the event tickets and merchandise at no cost to facilitate a review, all opinions are 100% my own*