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Since last summer, I’ve had a problem with my feet. Particularly, they get super-tender at the base of my big toe and it makes it somewhat painful to walk. Currently, it’s my left foot giving me fits. The problem comes around when I’ve done a little too much running, but more so when I’ve worn my flip-flops or “slides”. In fact, I’ve almost sworn off flip-flops altogether for this reason. I still wear the slides when I’m goofing off around the house, but I usually pay for it. In fact, there is an article in Newsweek right now about this very issue and how bad ‘flops can be for your feet. I know I’m paying for it, so read up and make sure it’s worth it! As for me, I’ve switched to some KEEN Arroyo’s, and absolutely love them!

As for the scooter thing… I stumbled across the 2008 Piaggio MP3 500 today. Man, I want one of these!! First, it has two wheels in the front instead of one, and each has independent suspension. So they aren’t ‘tippy’ like a three wheeler or motorcycle, and you don’t have to put your feet down at stops. Second, though the 500cc motor pushes up to 95mph, they are still a scooter. That means it has an automatic transmission and a quieter ride. And finally, they get 60 miles per gallon! That would get me to work and back for a week on one gallon of gas! And finally, the three wheels kind of removes the “dork factor” of riding a scooter, since there is something kind of sporty about these. I’ve seen something similar here locally, and it definitely grabs your attention. Unfortunately, at nearly $9,000, I doubt you’ll see one parked in my driveway any time soon.