I love shoes, and I mean I really love shoes. I am a shoe fanatic; I have a true love for shoe love. I believe that if a woman doesn't love shoes, she must be crazy. And since we're talking about crazy, how about some crazy shoes?

Designers have been getting crazier with their shoes, trying to outdo each other when it comes to the highest, most elaborate or difficult to walk in heels. Of course, actually walking in them is secondary. When it comes to high-fashion shoes, practicality is hardly ever taken into consideration. It's all about the look and design.

One of the great things about shoes is that you can find them on any budget. Who can resist a shoe sale? Some of the greatest and craziest shoes can be found on the clearance rack. The odd color or whimsical pattern or funky-heeled shoe that didn't quite take off with the mainstream is now such a great price, how can you resist? No true shopper can turn down a good deal on a pair of shoes.

Shopping for shoes can bring a special happiness not found when clothes shopping. Shoes have an advantage; whether you're short or tall, skinny or plump, beautiful or plain, you can find shoes to make you feel chic, sexy or sporty. They have an amazing Cinderella effect; they can transform not only an outfit, but also your mood. It doesn't matter how down or unhappy you may feel, when you go shoe shopping everything fits. And best of all -- shoes don't make you look big!

Shoes have the power to seduce us, move us, and empower us. They can fulfill our fantasies and help us escape from reality. Shoes will always be there for us; they will never abuse or treat us badly. They will never try to steal our boyfriends or call us fat. Shoes will never let us down, so we need as many pairs as we can get!

If you've got a great pair of crazy shoes, e-mail me a picture and tell me why you are a shoe lover too. I only want pictures of crazy shoes you actually own, not copies of the ridiculous ones that circulate on the web. The best ones will be featured in an upcoming article.

Life is too short to not wear crazy shoes. Kick off the old shoes, and treat yourself to a trip to the nearest shoe clearance. I'll probably see you there!