My 9 year old sister just got some of those Converse All Stars... saved up her allowance for a month an a half to get them. I don't really care what she wears, as long as the shoes don't lead her to emoness.
I said before, I wear sandals, though at track/cross-country practice I wear these cheap sneakers I got from Costco, Fila or whatever. I'm gonna get a good pair soon, maybe some running flats.