I think changes have to be made to it especially how readers vote. The voting process is ridiculous I've been told. I'd be happy with just three types of winning levels rather than six but this is just my opinion. I never entered this year and probably won't in future, not that windhammer is a bad thing, it can be good for morale and break it too.
Robert Douglas Sun Sep 11 10:05:57 2016 General Chat
@ Tammy, You're right. Make or break, as they say. BTW I'll be announcing the answer to my question tonight at 11pm. In truth, I feel it's just something I need to say.
Just read in Fighting Fanzine issue 15 that Andrew Wright's writing yet another sequel to Out of the Pit. I would literally hunt him down and force him to take my money.
Robert Douglas Sun Sep 11 22:05:37 2016 General Chat
The clock strikes 11pm. Time for the revelation. Both South Africa and New Zealand (along with certain other countries) promote barefooting. I'm actually a barefooter - somebody who prefers to go shoeless. I started doing this about three years ago, on country roads near to where I live, tarmac helped develop and harden the soles of my feet. Last week I went barefoot in a town, then on subsequent days two cities. At first, being in the UK, I was apprehensive, but steadily built up confidence. I walked a very crowded street in the second city on Friday for three miles. That also includes both railway stations, trains, and buses.
Although not a medical expert, I wouldn't recommend barefooting for children (except in countries that promote the lifestyle), or those suffering from diabetes. However, the health benefits are that they improve the gait, makes the walker grounded, and naturally develops the feet. I would advise in watching where you step as regards glass, stones, dog business, etc, but surprisingly I didn't find many instances in the cities. A brief glance combined with a casual yet confident manner soon becomes second nature.
I'm looking forward to barefooting over the next few days which will be a September heatwave.
Did you know that in Canada many places will not serve customers who come in barefoot, wearing rollerblades and/or shirtless? Personally, I couldn't care less and would serve them anyways.
I myself would love to walk around bare foot 24/7 but I always live in a city so the fear of stepping on a rusty tack or used syringe kinda scares me, and the fact that I live in a -25C climate during certain months would be not smart on my part. Frostbite. :)
Barefoot? Bah. The only thing I ever wear is a hat.
Robert Douglas Mon Sep 12 10:40:33 2016 General Chat
Tammy, Sadly, that is the case regards policy against bare feet. US and UK too, besides other countries. Yet New Zealand and I think South Africa let people into restaurants and supermarkets barefoot. You're quite right about the environment and climate as being unsuitable for barefooting - I'd advise sticking to pavements and being alert. Also, the general attitude towards feet aren't always quite favourable; it isn't a favourite part of the body for most people. Hence, the social prejudice. I don't care. I'm still going barefoot in public, and just avoid places that hopefully, one day, will dispense with such policies.
Had dinner with a crime Barron. Went to an asteroid and shot up some people. Tried to loot a corps and got thrown in jail. 10/10 would get thrown in jail again.