Aussies are once again in the spotlight for their love of going barefoot—and it's a habit that continues to horrify tourists from across the globe.

A common sight in Australia is people not wearing shoes while out in public.

This casual attitude to bare feet shocks many international visitors. On social media, tourists have shared their disbelief at seeing shoeless Aussies everywhere, from shopping malls to train stations.

'Serious question: why do so many Australians walk around without shoes on?' one user asked on social media.

Australians have been exposed for constantly going barefoot—and it is a habit that is horrifying the rest of the world. Credit: Pexels.

Plenty of Aussies came to the defence of the behaviour, with one user claiming: 'We are just built differently.'

'Shoes are for horses,' added another. Meanwhile, a third agreed and commented, 'There's no need for shoes!'

In February, a British expat living in Melbourne shared her experiences and her surprise on social media about how many Aussies enjoy going barefoot in various places.

She mentioned that seeing people walking without shoes in indoor public places like supermarkets and stores was unusual.

'You would never catch anyone that wasn't on a beach with bare feet in the UK,' she admitted.

'It doesn't appeal to me, but I mean, you do you… I just won't look at the floor.'

But while some might say such a habit might only be confined to the average Aussie, certain true blue Australian personalities are also known to do it.

Chris Hemsworth, a world-famous Aussie actor, has been spotted out and about going barefoot in public.

He was recently seen strolling around town without shoes, and his carefree style has influenced his wife, Elsa Pataky, to do the same. Despite their fame and success, they're both comfortable ditching footwear while out and about.

Key Takeaways

• Australians have been called out for their common habit of going barefoot in public places.
• A tourist posted a video on social media showing Australians without shoes in various public spaces, questioning why so many locals go about their daily lives barefoot.
• Australians have defended themselves on social media, stating they are 'built differently' and that shoes are unnecessary.
• People from other nations expressed shock and disgust at the practice, referring to it as weird, disgusting and potentially harmful.

Members, we'd love to hear your take on this. Are you a fan of the liberating feel of going barefoot outdoors, or do you believe there's a time and place for kicking off your shoes?

Moreover, beyond the barefoot culture, what other distinctively Aussie behaviours might puzzle or surprise tourists and visitors from other parts of the world? Please share them with us in the comments section below!

 

[Best Senior]

Aussies are once again in the spotlight for their love of going barefoot—and it's a habit that continues to horrify tourists from across the globe.

A common sight in Australia is people not wearing shoes while out in public.

This casual attitude to bare feet shocks many international visitors. On social media, tourists have shared their disbelief at seeing shoeless Aussies everywhere, from shopping malls to train stations.

'Serious question: why do so many Australians walk around without shoes on?' one user asked on social media.

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Australians have been exposed for constantly going barefoot—and it is a habit that is horrifying the rest of the world. Credit: Pexels.

Plenty of Aussies came to the defence of the behaviour, with one user claiming: 'We are just built differently.'

'Shoes are for horses,' added another. Meanwhile, a third agreed and commented, 'There's no need for shoes!'

In February, a British expat living in Melbourne shared her experiences and her surprise on social media about how many Aussies enjoy going barefoot in various places.

She mentioned that seeing people walking without shoes in indoor public places like supermarkets and stores was unusual.

'You would never catch anyone that wasn't on a beach with bare feet in the UK,' she admitted.

'It doesn't appeal to me, but I mean, you do you… I just won't look at the floor.'

But while some might say such a habit might only be confined to the average Aussie, certain true blue Australian personalities are also known to do it.

Chris Hemsworth, a world-famous Aussie actor, has been spotted out and about going barefoot in public.

He was recently seen strolling around town without shoes, and his carefree style has influenced his wife, Elsa Pataky, to do the same. Despite their fame and success, they're both comfortable ditching footwear while out and about.

Key Takeaways

• Australians have been called out for their common habit of going barefoot in public places.
• A tourist posted a video on social media showing Australians without shoes in various public spaces, questioning why so many locals go about their daily lives barefoot.
• Australians have defended themselves on social media, stating they are 'built differently' and that shoes are unnecessary.
• People from other nations expressed shock and disgust at the practice, referring to it as weird, disgusting and potentially harmful.

Members, we'd love to hear your take on this. Are you a fan of the liberating feel of going barefoot outdoors, or do you believe there's a time and place for kicking off your shoes?

Moreover, beyond the barefoot culture, what other distinctively Aussie behaviours might puzzle or surprise tourists and visitors from other parts of the world? Please share them with us in the comments section below!

Think of all the germs you could pick up on your feet without shoes. I would not do it in Public.

 

[Leenie]

Think of all the germs you could pick up on your feet without shoes. I would not do it in Public.

That’s a no no.

 

[Kaio-Adams]

Aussies are once again in the spotlight for their love of going barefoot—and it's a habit that continues to horrify tourists from across the globe.

A common sight in Australia is people not wearing shoes while out in public.

This casual attitude to bare feet shocks many international visitors. On social media, tourists have shared their disbelief at seeing shoeless Aussies everywhere, from shopping malls to train stations.

'Serious question: why do so many Australians walk around without shoes on?' one user asked on social media.

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Australians have been exposed for constantly going barefoot—and it is a habit that is horrifying the rest of the world. Credit: Pexels.

Plenty of Aussies came to the defence of the behaviour, with one user claiming: 'We are just built differently.'

'Shoes are for horses,' added another. Meanwhile, a third agreed and commented, 'There's no need for shoes!'

In February, a British expat living in Melbourne shared her experiences and her surprise on social media about how many Aussies enjoy going barefoot in various places.

She mentioned that seeing people walking without shoes in indoor public places like supermarkets and stores was unusual.

'You would never catch anyone that wasn't on a beach with bare feet in the UK,' she admitted.

'It doesn't appeal to me, but I mean, you do you… I just won't look at the floor.'

But while some might say such a habit might only be confined to the average Aussie, certain true blue Australian personalities are also known to do it.

Chris Hemsworth, a world-famous Aussie actor, has been spotted out and about going barefoot in public.

He was recently seen strolling around town without shoes, and his carefree style has influenced his wife, Elsa Pataky, to do the same. Despite their fame and success, they're both comfortable ditching footwear while out and about.

Key Takeaways

• Australians have been called out for their common habit of going barefoot in public places.
• A tourist posted a video on social media showing Australians without shoes in various public spaces, questioning why so many locals go about their daily lives barefoot.
• Australians have defended themselves on social media, stating they are 'built differently' and that shoes are unnecessary.
• People from other nations expressed shock and disgust at the practice, referring to it as weird, disgusting and potentially harmful.

Members, we'd love to hear your take on this. Are you a fan of the liberating feel of going barefoot outdoors, or do you believe there's a time and place for kicking off your shoes?

Moreover, beyond the barefoot culture, what other distinctively Aussie behaviours might puzzle or surprise tourists and visitors from other parts of the world? Please share them with us in the comments section below!This

 

[Knell]

I am from the UK but lived in Australia for 40 years and it still amazes me Australians walking around in bare feet at the shops etc. it might feel good to them…but the downside I have noticed is…many Australians have terrible feet..dry cracked heels and their feet are filthy…sorry.. but each to their own I guess the only other thing I can think of is they talk very loud

Could you speak up please - I can't hear you

 

[Kaio-Adams]

Aussies are once again in the spotlight for their love of going barefoot—and it's a habit that continues to horrify tourists from across the globe.

A common sight in Australia is people not wearing shoes while out in public.

This casual attitude to bare feet shocks many international visitors. On social media, tourists have shared their disbelief at seeing shoeless Aussies everywhere, from shopping malls to train stations.

'Serious question: why do so many Australians walk around without shoes on?' one user asked on social media.

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Australians have been exposed for constantly going barefoot—and it is a habit that is horrifying the rest of the world. Credit: Pexels.

Plenty of Aussies came to the defence of the behaviour, with one user claiming: 'We are just built differently.'

'Shoes are for horses,' added another. Meanwhile, a third agreed and commented, 'There's no need for shoes!'

In February, a British expat living in Melbourne shared her experiences and her surprise on social media about how many Aussies enjoy going barefoot in various places.

She mentioned that seeing people walking without shoes in indoor public places like supermarkets and stores was unusual.

'You would never catch anyone that wasn't on a beach with bare feet in the UK,' she admitted.

'It doesn't appeal to me, but I mean, you do you… I just won't look at the floor.'

But while some might say such a habit might only be confined to the average Aussie, certain true blue Australian personalities are also known to do it.

Chris Hemsworth, a world-famous Aussie actor, has been spotted out and about going barefoot in public.

He was recently seen strolling around town without shoes, and his carefree style has influenced his wife, Elsa Pataky, to do the same. Despite their fame and success, they're both comfortable ditching footwear while out and about.

Key Takeaways

• Australians have been called out for their common habit of going barefoot in public places.
• A tourist posted a video on social media showing Australians without shoes in various public spaces, questioning why so many locals go about their daily lives barefoot.
• Australians have defended themselves on social media, stating they are 'built differently' and that shoes are unnecessary.
• People from other nations expressed shock and disgust at the practice, referring to it as weird, disgusting and potentially harmful.

Members, we'd love to hear your take on this. Are you a fan of the liberating feel of going barefoot outdoors, or do you believe there's a time and place for kicking off your shoes?

Moreover, beyond the barefoot culture, what other distinctively Aussie behaviours might puzzle or surprise tourists and visitors from other parts of the world? Please share them with us in the comments section below!

This is Australia. What Australian does is their business. Other foreigners wear what they like regardless whether we like it or not.

 

[Knell]

That's a disgusting habit, you see footballers doing it all the time during games. Yuck. Real classy guys.

Define classy?

 

[Littleboy8]

Around the home and on the lawn at home isn’t a problem, outside areas are no go areas. Humans are becoming grubs , no cleanliness ,it is really sad to see this happening. What has happened to society?

It got flushed along with the toilet paper

 

[Jest]

Aussies are once again in the spotlight for their love of going barefoot—and it's a habit that continues to horrify tourists from across the globe.

A common sight in Australia is people not wearing shoes while out in public.

This casual attitude to bare feet shocks many international visitors. On social media, tourists have shared their disbelief at seeing shoeless Aussies everywhere, from shopping malls to train stations.

'Serious question: why do so many Australians walk around without shoes on?' one user asked on social media.

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Australians have been exposed for constantly going barefoot—and it is a habit that is horrifying the rest of the world. Credit: Pexels.

Plenty of Aussies came to the defence of the behaviour, with one user claiming: 'We are just built differently.'

'Shoes are for horses,' added another. Meanwhile, a third agreed and commented, 'There's no need for shoes!'

In February, a British expat living in Melbourne shared her experiences and her surprise on social media about how many Aussies enjoy going barefoot in various places.

She mentioned that seeing people walking without shoes in indoor public places like supermarkets and stores was unusual.

'You would never catch anyone that wasn't on a beach with bare feet in the UK,' she admitted.

'It doesn't appeal to me, but I mean, you do you… I just won't look at the floor.'

But while some might say such a habit might only be confined to the average Aussie, certain true blue Australian personalities are also known to do it.

Chris Hemsworth, a world-famous Aussie actor, has been spotted out and about going barefoot in public.

He was recently seen strolling around town without shoes, and his carefree style has influenced his wife, Elsa Pataky, to do the same. Despite their fame and success, they're both comfortable ditching footwear while out and about.

Key Takeaways

• Australians have been called out for their common habit of going barefoot in public places.
• A tourist posted a video on social media showing Australians without shoes in various public spaces, questioning why so many locals go about their daily lives barefoot.
• Australians have defended themselves on social media, stating they are 'built differently' and that shoes are unnecessary.
• People from other nations expressed shock and disgust at the practice, referring to it as weird, disgusting and potentially harmful.

Members, we'd love to hear your take on this. Are you a fan of the liberating feel of going barefoot outdoors, or do you believe there's a time and place for kicking off your shoes?

Moreover, beyond the barefoot culture, what other distinctively Aussie behaviours might puzzle or surprise tourists and visitors from other parts of the world? Please share them with us in the comments section below!

stop complaining about maori gym shoes. they have worn them for ever.

 

[Knell]

This is Australia. What Australian does is their business. Other foreigners wear what they like regardless whether we like it or not.

Well, that is true!

I feel the same, I am barefoot most of the time at home, but not in public, except at the beach.
Personally, I think it looks pretty bogan to go shopping in barefeet
and then you get those who think it's OK to wear their PJs as fashion accessories with their barefeet.
Obviously they believe the saying "arse beats class any day" there's no accounting for taste,
JMO.

'Bogan' is quite unique to Aust and NZ.

 

[Knell]

Around the home and on the lawn at home isn’t a problem, outside areas are no go areas. Humans are becoming grubs , no cleanliness ,it is really sad to see this happening. What has happened to society?

Wondering when humans were ever not grubs?

 

[grahamthouard]

Aussies are once again in the spotlight for their love of going barefoot—and it's a habit that continues to horrify tourists from across the globe.

A common sight in Australia is people not wearing shoes while out in public.

This casual attitude to bare feet shocks many international visitors. On social media, tourists have shared their disbelief at seeing shoeless Aussies everywhere, from shopping malls to train stations.

'Serious question: why do so many Australians walk around without shoes on?' one user asked on social media.

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Australians have been exposed for constantly going barefoot—and it is a habit that is horrifying the rest of the world. Credit: Pexels.

Plenty of Aussies came to the defence of the behaviour, with one user claiming: 'We are just built differently.'

'Shoes are for horses,' added another. Meanwhile, a third agreed and commented, 'There's no need for shoes!'

In February, a British expat living in Melbourne shared her experiences and her surprise on social media about how many Aussies enjoy going barefoot in various places.

She mentioned that seeing people walking without shoes in indoor public places like supermarkets and stores was unusual.

'You would never catch anyone that wasn't on a beach with bare feet in the UK,' she admitted.

'It doesn't appeal to me, but I mean, you do you… I just won't look at the floor.'

But while some might say such a habit might only be confined to the average Aussie, certain true blue Australian personalities are also known to do it.

Chris Hemsworth, a world-famous Aussie actor, has been spotted out and about going barefoot in public.

He was recently seen strolling around town without shoes, and his carefree style has influenced his wife, Elsa Pataky, to do the same. Despite their fame and success, they're both comfortable ditching footwear while out and about.

Key Takeaways

• Australians have been called out for their common habit of going barefoot in public places.
• A tourist posted a video on social media showing Australians without shoes in various public spaces, questioning why so many locals go about their daily lives barefoot.
• Australians have defended themselves on social media, stating they are 'built differently' and that shoes are unnecessary.
• People from other nations expressed shock and disgust at the practice, referring to it as weird, disgusting and potentially harmful.

Members, we'd love to hear your take on this. Are you a fan of the liberating feel of going barefoot outdoors, or do you believe there's a time and place for kicking off your shoes?

Moreover, beyond the barefoot culture, what other distinctively Aussie behaviours might puzzle or surprise tourists and visitors from other parts of the world? Please share them with us in the comments section below!

Who cares what they think!

 

[cmattschoss]

Aussies are once again in the spotlight for their love of going barefoot—and it's a habit that continues to horrify tourists from across the globe.

A common sight in Australia is people not wearing shoes while out in public.

This casual attitude to bare feet shocks many international visitors. On social media, tourists have shared their disbelief at seeing shoeless Aussies everywhere, from shopping malls to train stations.

'Serious question: why do so many Australians walk around without shoes on?' one user asked on social media.

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Australians have been exposed for constantly going barefoot—and it is a habit that is horrifying the rest of the world. Credit: Pexels.

Plenty of Aussies came to the defence of the behaviour, with one user claiming: 'We are just built differently.'

'Shoes are for horses,' added another. Meanwhile, a third agreed and commented, 'There's no need for shoes!'

In February, a British expat living in Melbourne shared her experiences and her surprise on social media about how many Aussies enjoy going barefoot in various places.

She mentioned that seeing people walking without shoes in indoor public places like supermarkets and stores was unusual.

'You would never catch anyone that wasn't on a beach with bare feet in the UK,' she admitted.

'It doesn't appeal to me, but I mean, you do you… I just won't look at the floor.'

But while some might say such a habit might only be confined to the average Aussie, certain true blue Australian personalities are also known to do it.

Chris Hemsworth, a world-famous Aussie actor, has been spotted out and about going barefoot in public.

He was recently seen strolling around town without shoes, and his carefree style has influenced his wife, Elsa Pataky, to do the same. Despite their fame and success, they're both comfortable ditching footwear while out and about.

Key Takeaways

• Australians have been called out for their common habit of going barefoot in public places.
• A tourist posted a video on social media showing Australians without shoes in various public spaces, questioning why so many locals go about their daily lives barefoot.
• Australians have defended themselves on social media, stating they are 'built differently' and that shoes are unnecessary.
• People from other nations expressed shock and disgust at the practice, referring to it as weird, disgusting and potentially harmful.

Members, we'd love to hear your take on this. Are you a fan of the liberating feel of going barefoot outdoors, or do you believe there's a time and place for kicking off your shoes?

Moreover, beyond the barefoot culture, what other distinctively Aussie behaviours might puzzle or surprise tourists and visitors from other parts of the world? Please share them with us in the comments section below!

 

[cmattschoss]

Aussies are once again in the spotlight for their love of going barefoot—and it's a habit that continues to horrify tourists from across the globe.

A common sight in Australia is people not wearing shoes while out in public.

This casual attitude to bare feet shocks many international visitors. On social media, tourists have shared their disbelief at seeing shoeless Aussies everywhere, from shopping malls to train stations.

'Serious question: why do so many Australians walk around without shoes on?' one user asked on social media.

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Australians have been exposed for constantly going barefoot—and it is a habit that is horrifying the rest of the world. Credit: Pexels.

Plenty of Aussies came to the defence of the behaviour, with one user claiming: 'We are just built differently.'

'Shoes are for horses,' added another. Meanwhile, a third agreed and commented, 'There's no need for shoes!'

In February, a British expat living in Melbourne shared her experiences and her surprise on social media about how many Aussies enjoy going barefoot in various places.

She mentioned that seeing people walking without shoes in indoor public places like supermarkets and stores was unusual.

'You would never catch anyone that wasn't on a beach with bare feet in the UK,' she admitted.

'It doesn't appeal to me, but I mean, you do you… I just won't look at the floor.'

But while some might say such a habit might only be confined to the average Aussie, certain true blue Australian personalities are also known to do it.

Chris Hemsworth, a world-famous Aussie actor, has been spotted out and about going barefoot in public.

He was recently seen strolling around town without shoes, and his carefree style has influenced his wife, Elsa Pataky, to do the same. Despite their fame and success, they're both comfortable ditching footwear while out and about.

Key Takeaways

• Australians have been called out for their common habit of going barefoot in public places.
• A tourist posted a video on social media showing Australians without shoes in various public spaces, questioning why so many locals go about their daily lives barefoot.
• Australians have defended themselves on social media, stating they are 'built differently' and that shoes are unnecessary.
• People from other nations expressed shock and disgust at the practice, referring to it as weird, disgusting and potentially harmful.

Members, we'd love to hear your take on this. Are you a fan of the liberating feel of going barefoot outdoors, or do you believe there's a time and place for kicking off your shoes?

Moreover, beyond the barefoot culture, what other distinctively Aussie behaviours might puzzle or surprise tourists and visitors from other parts of the world? Please share them with us in the comments section below!

I have never liked going barefoot, not even inside my house where I wear slippers. Think of all the germs you pick up walking on dirty pavements. At the beach it's ok. I agree that going barefoot is not cool. When I see people doing that It makes me think they are bogans who don't care about their appearance.

 

[Royal Watcher]

We don’t like outsiders ,giving their 2 bobs worth , this is Australia And we do things our way ,so accept it or zip it.

Our way or the Highway is it!!??
Not exactly the way to “win friends & influence people”!?
I just laugh when people say these things, not all of us actually agreed that it was ok to go barefoot everywhere, so why get outta joint about “outsiders” as u call them, being by some of our ways!? I’m as Australian as, & I don’t like people walking around barefoot out in the public domain(except at beach or a seaside situation - I think it looks feral, but then I don’t like the women who have “the girls” hanging out or the see thru dress & wearing a thong so u see their bare butt cheeks either (where’s the modesty?), so sue me!!!
No need to get all defensive becos peeps don’t like some things we do!
Just laugh & move on, as long as ur not hurting anyone, have ur shoes on or off, but don’t scream at me when I tread on them haha!!!!!

 

[pmboucher]

For any Americans complaining, I have watched plenty of You Tube videos about people at Walmart, PLEASE bare feet should be the least of your concerns.

 

[Littleboy8]

Our way or the Highway is it!!??
Not exactly the way to “win friends & influence people”!?
I just laugh when people say these things, not all of us actually agreed that it was ok to go barefoot everywhere, so why get outta joint about “outsiders” as u call them, being by some of our ways!? I’m as Australian as, & I don’t like people walking around barefoot out in the public domain(except at beach or a seaside situation - I think it looks feral, but then I don’t like the women who have “the girls” hanging out or the see thru dress & wearing a thong so u see their bare butt cheeks either (where’s the modesty?), so sue me!!!
No need to get all defensive becos peeps don’t like some things we do!
Just laugh & move on, as long as ur not hurting anyone, have ur shoes on or off, but don’t scream at me when I tread on them haha!!!!!

Ouch

 

[Royal Watcher]

Our way or the Highway is it!!??
Not exactly the way to “win friends & influence people”!?
I just laugh when people say these things, not all of us actually agreed that it was ok to go barefoot everywhere, so why get outta joint about “outsiders” as u call them, being by some of our ways!? I’m as Australian as, & I don’t like people walking around barefoot out in the public domain(except at beach or a seaside situation - I think it looks feral, but then I don’t like the women who have “the girls” hanging out or the see thru dress & wearing a thong so u see their bare butt cheeks either (where’s the modesty?), so sue me!!!
No need to get all defensive becos peeps don’t like some things we do!
Just laugh & move on, as long as ur not hurting anyone, have ur shoes on or off, but don’t scream at me when I tread on them haha!!!!!

YOUR FEET THAT IS!!!!!!

 

[Royal Watcher]

Haha...nah, don't think offence is being taken.....we just ...take the pi** . BTW that is ALOT of emojis! No judgement though!

Haha...nah, don't think offence is being taken.....we just ...take the pi** . BTW that is ALOT of emojis! No judgement though!

Oh good, emojis better than ‘homily’ eh!? I do love emojis, sometimes better than words!!

 

[Knell]

Oh good, emojis better than ‘homily’ eh!? I do love emojis, sometimes better than words!!

100% better. Apart from smile, laugh or sad, I don't even know what they mean so yeah, much better than words haha

 

[mick.idgaf]

Apparently, we are the only species on this planet that puts something on our feet, to protect them and keep them off Earth ground.
When we were born, did we pop out of mum with shoes on, I don't think so.
How do you Know he/she is not grounding to Earth as that is what some people do to be connected to Earth. Did you know that soft rubber and plastic thongs and runners (sandshoes) came out in the nineteen sixties, and it is thought that is when ADD, ADHD etc started to increase in the world, because people were insulated from earth and not grounded.
Previous to thongs and runners (sandshoes), were shoes made from leather and they were nailed together on the bottom of the shoes and people were all-ways grounded, through their sweat in the leather to the nails, thus grounded.
Our bodies have small amounts of excess voltage in our systems and, walking around with bare feet helps to eliminate this voltage.
But now days grounding is getting harder to achieve because most of the roads, walkways, paths are concrete and bitumen, the floor of your house or shopping center is either tiles, lino or carpet, and none of this is very good for grounding.
The only good grounding is grass, dirt, the sea, rivers and creeks, and best of all it cost you nothing to walk around barefoot. to help improve your health.
I know I am going to cop a lot of flak from some readers of the Senior Discount Club, but it has to be told, and what better place to talk about this than this club.
Most of us members here with this Club, I bet, used to run around everywhere, barefooted, when we children and probably went to school barefooted and played sports barefooted, plus we used to have leather shoes for going out somewhere.
It is only since rubber thongs, rubber runners, and rubber soles on leather shoes, that we all started to wear these items in the late 1950's and early 1960's. It can be said that is when the world started to experience these new unknown diseases, which I mentioned above, that we have now.
Kids nowadays when they play must be wrapped up in cotton wool to protect themselves, whereas we used to get knocked down and get up again and continue on playing even though we were hurting inside.
I hope members will respond positively with their own thoughts on what I have written about as some of the younger people are very ill from these debilitating diseases.
I think that the guy walking around barefoot is a normal practice that should be started to help improve everyone's health.