Don't throw away that amazing pair of shoes that you can't bear to part with. All you need to do is take them down to Heel 2 Toe shoe repair. This business is located at 186 Eglin Parkway in Fort Walton Beach. It's in the shopping center next to Mary's Kitchen. It's a Christian owned, family business and the people who run it are magnetic! As a matter of fact, they are so wonderful to be around that you almost want to damage a pair of your shoes, on purpose, just so that you can go by there and see them!
This is a talented family that has been engaged in this profession now for 3 generations! Yes, you read correctly- 3 generations! Seeing the equipment and everything that goes into shoe repair leaves you in awe of how they can turn a hopeless pair of shoes into a revived pair. 
Indeed, studies show that people are opting to get their shoes repaired vs. throwing them away and paying for new ones. No doubt, due largely to the current economic situation. You should be amazed at the results.
Patronize this locally owned business and save yourself some money. To learn more about them, you may visit their website at- www.heel2toeshoerepair.com