National Flip Flop Day 2011

My high school had a policy prohibiting backless shoes, and I envied the girls who wore flip flops in a daring attempt to fly under the radar.

Many tried. Few succeeded.

Ah, simpler times.

With age, my flip flop-inspired fears have moved beyond school suspension.

I now wonder if it's possible to wear the shoes without exuding an inherent focus on slackerdom.

Ponder that question by celebrating National Flip Flop Day today.

Don't know what to do? Well, you can try to cash in on this free smoothie deal from Tropical Smoothie Cafe.

If that doesn't work, get a pedicure. Trust me, that gnarly blister on your big toe isn't hot.