Salutations from Pittsburgh, PA

WildPair88 · 6th September 2008, 19:07

Hiya:

just thought I'd introduce myself, I'm a 27-year old dood from Pittsburgh (actually closer to Greensburg in Westmoreland County), AKA Steeler country. I'm a die-hard football fan (gridiron, for those outside the states), love to draw, write, hang out with my buds, camp, drink, work on my computer, and of course shoes.

My case is a little peculiar because I'm really only into vintage shoes from the 80's era, like 9 West, Jazz, Sam & Libby, numerous off-beat brands, Wild Pair, etc etc, hence my username. I like heels but also I like flats a lot,.... but heels and boots get the extra nudge.

My affection towards shoes started as early as 7 - 9 years old. My memory is a little hazy about actually how it started, but I do remember that my babysitter at the time used to give me her shoes to play with. My mom eventually fired her, though (different reason). Growing up I had a lot of free time, alone, after school since my mom was usually working two jobs to support my brother and I. When I wasn't out playing with my friends,.... yeah, you know where this is going. I still blame my babysitter though.

Anyway, just thought I'd say hi, I don't know how often I'll post since I only have weekends and the ossacional late night to post (RL always gets in the way), but I'm sure I'll join in some conversations now and then :)

Thanks all!

- WildPair88

t-strap lover · 6th September 2008, 19:14

Welcome to HHP Wildpair88. I enjoyed reading your story.

Ruth Heel · 6th September 2008, 21:46

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Originally Posted by WildPair88

Hiya:

just thought I'd introduce myself, I'm a 27-year old dood from Pittsburgh (actually closer to Greensburg in Westmoreland County), AKA Steeler country. I'm a die-hard football fan (gridiron, for those outside the states), love to draw, write, hang out with my buds, camp, drink, work on my computer, and of course shoes.

My case is a little peculiar because I'm really only into vintage shoes from the 80's era, like 9 West, Jazz, Sam & Libby, numerous off-beat brands, Wild Pair, etc etc, hence my username. I like heels but also I like flats a lot,.... but heels and boots get the extra nudge.

My affection towards shoes started as early as 7 - 9 years old. My memory is a little hazy about actually how it started, but I do remember that my babysitter at the time used to give me her shoes to play with. My mom eventually fired her, though (different reason). Growing up I had a lot of free time, alone, after school since my mom was usually working two jobs to support my brother and I. When I wasn't out playing with my friends,.... yeah, you know where this is going. I still blame my babysitter though.

Anyway, just thought I'd say hi, I don't know how often I'll post since I only have weekends and the ossacional late night to post (RL always gets in the way), but I'm sure I'll join in some conversations now and then :)

Thanks all!

- WildPair88

Welcome neighbor.Hubby and I live up here by Massillon Canton area. We are putting together a heel meet in Canton, Beldon Village the 18th of Oct. Would be nice if you could attend.

roniheels · 7th September 2008, 04:44

Welcome Wildpair88 to HHP. Hope to hear more from you soon. Welcome again.

mtnsofheels · 7th September 2008, 07:03

Welcome to HHplace Wildpair88,

Nice story, it's like many of us.
Welcome and enjoy!

Mtnsofheels

Bubba136 · 7th September 2008, 13:42

Hi WildPair88

Glad that you joined us. It appears to me that there are a lot of members of this forum that live in your region. I realize that Penn. is a large state and that it is a "fur piece" between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia but I'm sure there are others that live close to where ever you are.

You're amongst friends and we're all looking forward to reading of your adventures and comments on wearing heels.

denisegurl2 · 9th September 2008, 01:02

Hi Wildpair!

Welcome to HHP. You will enjoy it here. Great choice of shoe brands. I remember going to the Wild Pair shoe store, they always had awesome shoes!

bootluvr · 9th September 2008, 01:15

Welcome Aboard, and Yes I too miss those WILD PAIR shoe stores. ;'-{

WildPair88 · 10th September 2008, 18:49

Hiya, thanks all for the greetings. Gotta admit, it's the first I've ever held even somewhat of a conversation about this aspect of my life with others. Took only what, 20 or so years? It's something I've struggled with for awhile but I've come to accept, I just go with the flow now.

As to Wild Pair, you know the funny thing is I've never owned a pair, yet. There's a pair of boots they made in the 80's that I really want, that I got outbid on TWICE on eBay by just a few bucks, in my size too. Next time... ;)

Thanks again for all the replies, and I apologize for not replying sooner. I've been working a lot of overtime trying to get some bills paid down. I'll be posting more often I hope.

radiodave · 10th September 2008, 21:04

Welcome!

Yes, I remember the Wild Pair stores too, and lusting after what they had. FYI, Baker's still carries the Wild Pair brand. At least on their website they do, although I'm pretty sure I've seen them in the store too.