What are these things called?

These small metal or rubber pieces were once commonly attached to the heels of shoes to prevent wear and tear.

Heel taps are protective coverings that attach to the back portion of the shoe’s heel. Their primary purpose was to reduce wear and extend the lifespan of shoes, especially when shoes were a bigger investment, made from leather or other high-quality materials. These little additions helped preserve the heel’s structure, particularly on hard surfaces like concrete.

Why Are They Rare Today?

Heel taps are not as commonly used anymore, as modern footwear has evolved with built-in reinforcement for heels. Additionally, fast fashion and more affordable footwear options mean people are less likely to repair their shoes and more likely to simply replace them.

Nostalgic Humor

The humor behind the caption lies in the fact that recognizing these objects signifies a certain era—if you know what they are, chances are you’ve either worn them yourself or seen them on your parents’ or grandparents’ shoes. It’s a light-hearted nod to the generational gap, suggesting that someone unfamiliar with heel taps might be part of a younger generation that didn’t experience their widespread use.

Conclusion

So remember, boys—if she doesn’t know what these are, it’s not a bad thing! The playful joke highlights the fun differences between generations and is a reminder of how much things change, even in something as simple as shoe accessories. 

When a simple note can save a life. More details/photos:

It’s a good idea to frequently check under and around your car in this part of the country to make sure that animals hasn’t established a home there. A kind-hearted woman decided to step in when she noticed a newborn deer sleeping under someone else’s car tire.

This image on Facebook went viral after a woman published it to alert the driver of the car of a newborn deer that was sleeping under a tire.

The answers were sincere and sometimes funny. Joshua The most well-liked comment to date is this one from Kevin Nye:

It’s obvious that the woman was ancient, but how? Why didn’t she just send you a message if you saw her, rather than alerting you to the presence of a blasted deer beneath the tire? I need some clarification!

A different comedian hoped the driver knew how to read and write. I guess you can’t always infer that from the way certain drivers operate their vehicles.

Among the more compassionate people who appreciated this woman’s action was Cyntha Atkinson:

I appreciate you leaving the note, sweet woman.

I’m grateful, Cyntha. One must respect the courage of people who decide to change things instead of continuing with their life as normal.

Would you have tried to entice the deer to come out from under the automobile, left a note, or carried on with your life?