So many times it seems that the regularity of life can sway us from realizing the little, unimportant items that exist in front of our nose. The K-Mart that was described in the essay in so many ways hit home. My useful K-Mart in Santa Rosa is stashed away deep on Cleveland Avenue, an eternity away from a 24 Hour Fitness. The store appears desolate, but seems to have what the consumer needs, as even I find myself cruising around the isles, looking for the most random items. The story truly connects you into the way we find ourselves psychologically categorizing, creating pre-existing stigmas.
Flea Markets offer so much to learning about the complexity of the cultural landscape. The people within the market and the stories behind the items being sold, offer great opportunity to show light into unchartered worlds. The conversation that can begin with a simple negotiation can truly be enlightening. One can learn so much by socializing and conversing within such locations.
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