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I usually keep my shoes on, but I lived in Asia, so I have no problem adhering to my host's customs.

That being said, there is an serious problem of overcleaning in this country, and those people who are so incredibly freaked out by a little dirt on their feet are doing more harm to themselves than good. [Not saying that all who take off their shoes fit this mold, just a select few.]

Yes, if you think about it there are a lot of gross things on the ground, and I wouldn't want to ingest those things, or have them on my pillow. But trying to eliminate all sources of bacteria is (a) impossible; and (b) detrimental. Allowing yourself to be exposed to innocuous bacteria helps your immune system to develop and fight off the not so harmless kind.

I also think it's funny when the same people who criticize others vanity for wanting an outfit to match, are the ones who cite white carpets as a reason for removing shoes. Or vice versa. Do you not see the glass house in that statement?