Copyright © Mike Valentine –   Danger Signs for Nineteen Men. I realized at some point in my 20’s that stores, especially “gift” stores attract so much attention because of their repetitive displays.

When asked by family whether I’d like to have one of what I’m looking at – I always respond, “Yes, I’d like the whole display, including the rack.” I believe many of us experience that well-known buyers remorse because the single object we were convinced we wanted is entirely underwhelming when we get it home. We were attracted by the visual patterns and repeated colors in the display – not the single item we take home.