Comments on: Eight is the Magic Number

By: Maria Theresa Maggi

Maria Theresa Maggi — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 16:52:30 +0000

Lee, these comments first come into my e-mail and then I go to the site and answer, and I’m still laughing from your last sentence! I love your sense of humor. And thank you so much for this lovely comment. I would love to meet up with you in Portland some day! As I read what you wrtoe about feeling like you’ve had a long chat with a good friend when you read one of my blog posts, it struck me that in a sense, this is what I’m doing for myself when I write these–having a long chat with myself and treating “me” as a good friend who would understand. It’s so amazing that others find this meaningful, too. You, astute readers, are a true mirror for my process. Hmmm. . .there might be a blog post in there somewhere. . . oh, and thank you for sharing that you also have challenging feet. . .it can be a sensitive journey. Here’s to sound footing–and footwear–for both of us! 🙂

By: Lee at Veggie Quest

Lee at Veggie Quest — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 13:26:43 +0000

Hi Maria, as always, a peaceful yet inspiring post! I always feel that I’ve had a lovely chat at a coffee shop with a good friend after reading what you write. (And next time I’m in Portland, I’m getting in touch so we can go do just that! 🙂 )

I could feel your longing to have “normal” feet as a child, and I’m delighted that you’re happy with them now–and that you don’t have to buy two pairs of shoes! (Side note: Your mother sounds like she was completely amazing–what a blessing!) I’m also delighted that fate has bestowed upon you a lovely pair of rain boots for the winter and beyond. As someone who also has challenging feet, I know the feeling of elation that comes with finding shoes that really, truly fit!

Oh, and an aside re: Cinderella: Can we all agree that a GLASS high-heeled shoe is the worst. plan. ever. Who comes up with this stuff?

Oh wait, a man… 😉

By: Maria Theresa Maggi

Maria Theresa Maggi — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 18:47:49 +0000

Thanks Veronica–it is, indeed, a great example of a very slow motion miracle, isn’t it? I am glad you recognize the “Maggi Method” as one of the shopping options you like to use. 🙂 And yes, here’s to keep warm and dry. Happy New Year back to you! xo

By: Veronica

Veronica — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 18:35:10 +0000

That’s wonderful that you’re one size now! Another proof of a slow-motion miracle. Patience for change, and appreciating the good things in small packages when they do materialize. 🙂
I also love the “Maggi method” – I sometimes shop like that, too! Now it has a name.
Here’s to keeping warm and dry feet in this coming El Nino winter… Happy new year!

By: Maria Theresa Maggi

Maria Theresa Maggi — Wed, 30 Dec 2015 16:53:12 +0000

Dear Gena, I know you have hard won wisdom through life experience about accepting our ever changing bodies, so I really am touched by your appreciation of this post. Thank you so much! I’m also delighted that you love the “Maggi Method”!! It really does work like magic. 🙂 Happy New Year back to you, my friend. 🙂 xo

By: Gena

Gena — Wed, 30 Dec 2015 12:45:31 +0000

As always, Maria, this post is so full of wonderful ironies and echoes. I love and cherish the theme of accepting that the body seldom fits into the dainty and uniform molds of beauty that circulate popularly, and I so agree that the real beauty of human shapes is in their infinite individuality — as well as their capacity to shift and change over time. A huge part of my process in learning to love and accept my body has been recognition that it is ever-changing, and it will continue to change as I age.

I also love the “Maggi method”! What a healthy way of looking at shopping, decision making, and so on. I’m glad that your patience rewarded you with new boots that are so right, and I hope they keep you warm this winter.

Happy early New Year to you, friend.

By: Maria Theresa Maggi

Maria Theresa Maggi — Tue, 29 Dec 2015 22:55:38 +0000

Thanks Jill! Loved hearing the different names for the boots in Australia and UK–and here’s to letting go of fixed ideas when shopping–and living in general. 🙂

By: Maria Theresa Maggi

Maria Theresa Maggi — Tue, 29 Dec 2015 22:54:44 +0000

Thank you, Debra, for this beautiful comment. I so appreciate your kind words, and I agree, the gift of mobility is much better than any glass slipper!! xo

By: Jill

Jill — Tue, 29 Dec 2015 21:25:38 +0000

Hello, love the post and cannot imagine the joy you must feel to buy matching boots – in Australia they are called “gum boots” and in the UK “Wellies” or Wellington boots.
I also shop by a similar method as I find having fixed ideas when shopping often leads to disappointment.

By: Debra Maslov

Debra Maslov — Tue, 29 Dec 2015 21:20:40 +0000

Another beautiful story Maria, tying your precious past memories with your present life experiences. I love all your words, but most importantly am inspired by your magical attitude. How fortunate you were to have had such a loving & caring mother! No doubt you were an amazing mother to Mike in turn, which is reflected in his delight when you are happy. Last but not least, how fabulous that your healthy diet & lifestyle has given you back the gift of mobility. So much better than any glass slipper in my mind!!