In my neighborhood there is a little cobbler shop owned by a sweet man in his 70’s – Mr. Abet. Every now and then, when the heels of a favorite pair of shoes are worn or some major malfunction happens to a pair I simply cannot part with, I will stop in and leave them in his expert care.

Mr. Abet is a true craftsman. You would be amazed at some of the repairs he has made.

I must have been in his shop dozens of times, yet, today, I noticed a sign hanging behind his working counter that I had never noticed before. Its message struck me and I wanted to share it with you.

It reads: “The bitterness of poor quality remains long after low pricing is forgotten.”

For those who set their standards high, let this message be a reminder and an inspiration.

Grace Ormonde

P.S. This photograph was submitted by Liza Gershman Photography (@photosafari22). Thank you Liza.