You know how backpacks are these days right? There are two shoulder straps and one smaller strap that connects the two in the middle by a small clip. I'm not exactly sure about the purpose of this strap, but I always clip it on. A few days ago I was at a party and when it was time to go I threw on my backpack and out of habit, clipped this strap together even though I was only going to be walking to my car. When I did, this college girl looked at me wide-eyed and exclaimed:
"Wow, you use the geek strap? That's so cool, I always use it too!"
Then she held up her open palm waiting for a high five which I reluctantly gave. I somehow felt like I had unknowingly stumbled into some kind of nerd club. What's next? Pocket protectors? Tucking in my shirt and wearing my slacks above my navel? Should I start grabbing a tray when I go into the cafeteria? How did this happen?
