For us, these charms are meant to contain an inspirational and encouraging “hang in there” message. However, from their perspective it’s more like hanging on for dear life after being forced to ride the “Elevator of Doom” high atop Mount Crotch.
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Your typical rain boots aren’t really made for jumping in mud puddles and your typical sneakers are not waterproof. This pair of High Top Rain Boots solves the problem by combining the styling of high top sneakers with the rubber material your typical rain boots are made of. A far more stylish way to protect your feet in wet weather.
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As you can see, these handpainted Super Mario shoes offer up some serious artistic detail. They are not cheap at $160, but you get what you pay for and ParadoxArtistry does some great work. They even do custom orders if you are looking for something truly one of a kind. Check out a few more examples of their work after the break.
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Apes and sharks high fiving? Unless I stumble into the woods one day and find a squirrel and a giraffe fist-bumping, I think I have seen it all.
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