First of all,they're *sneakers*...not shoes.There's a difference.Second...on a more philosophical note...my Dad,who passed on a few years ago,worked damn hard during his life and was very careful with his $$$.As a result he achieved what many would consider a very comfortable life.Yet in spite of that he used to wear Timex watches and drove Oldsmobiles...although he could have easily afforded watches and cars that were *much* more expensive.My Dad was a child of the depression.Mrs Osama is clearly a child of the *me* generation.
Just my 2 cents' worth.
Truth be told, she probably got them at a yard sale for a lot less.