Lost
Lost shoes near Barter Theatre in Abingdon
Barter Theatre
Lost
listing
Posted
11 days
ago
Description
I lost my gray running shoes outside the Barter Theatre in Abingdon around 5:30 p.m. last Tuesday. I’d paused for a quick stretch after a hike along the Virginia Creeper Trail, and when I turned back, they were gone. They’re well-worn, with bright orange laces and muddy soles from morning jogs through Southwest Virginia. They’ve carried me through countless miles and tough weather, and losing them feels like part of my routine is gone. If found, please reach out through the site so I can get them back.
Approximate last-seen location
Barter Theatre
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