Hmmm....toenails are usually short (and were for this ride). I put those shoes back on and went for a short ride, and I seem to be lifting my toes when I pedal. Not sure when that started, but I think it's what's causing the problem. I don't think a longer/wider shoe would fit it, though. It may be related to raising the saddle - I'm going to put it back (though I did feel like I had extra power). I did feel all around the fit, and they don't seem too big or too small. Side to side, they're snug, but not uncomfortably so. Lengthwise, they're good.

I think it's time to break my normal ban on nail polish. Especially since I want to actually wear the cute chacos I just bought on sale

Thanks for the comments and suggestions!!

CA