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Ikea
Did I need two new coffee mugs? Could I’ve lived without those rye crackers? Who needs, not one but two new bud vases?
What is it about merchandise at Ikea that makes it so appealing? Is it the price, the design, or maybe the strange name that each item carries?
In one week I’ve made three trips to Ikea. Did I really need any of the items that I ended up purchasing? Maybe one.
The new desk for my library was delivered today. It sits in eight boxes waiting to be assembled. Ugh! Time to get out the Allen key.
Mama Cormier 
I suspect the Ikea pull has something to do with the fact you can browse without being pestered every thirty seconds by a sales assistant asking whether they can help, whether you are looking for something in particular, providing unasked for information, or shooting dirty glances at you because you’re handling the merchandise and don’t seem likely to buy so bang goes their bonus again. Ikea make shopping so much more relaxing.
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I agree. On my third visit this week I went with my daughter and she commented on how enjoyable it was going in the off hours when it’s not busy.
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I always tell myself that I will remember the funky Swedish names, but after a couple of days I never do… 😦
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I have friends who always refer to their kettle by its Ikea name. I’m like you. The only name I can remember is the Poang chair; probably because I’ve owned 3 of them.
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