Children’s Collections
Most young children have a rock collection or shell collection. Children are attracted to bright shiny objects and small items that they can take with them easily. A child will pick up any rock that is of interest to them, As a child grows older, they get pickier about the stone they pick out. Sea shells are easy to pick up and do not weigh much. Your child is interested in the different shapes of the bodies and will ask you how they were formed. Some children have a kid’s book collection, dolls, toy cars, electronic games, comic books, leaves, stuffed animals, and so much more that they collect. Children are drawn to things they see in stores or nature. A child will soon start collecting things that pique their interest.
Adult Collections
Some people may have a shed of antique cars, trucks, etc. Coin collections might grow in value if you acarefully pick out coins with no flaws. Women may have fancy shoes, purses, and designer clothing adorning their closets. Men may buy a fancy old plane or boat that they use on weekends.
We Collect Things That Piqued Our Interest Years Ago
If we had a small toy car we loved as a child, we might buy a large version of it as an adult. If we could not afford to buy what we wanted years ago, we may purchase it now that we are older and have the money to do so. Some women buy lavish jewelry. I think fabulous jewelry is a total waste of money. Some men may buy a Rolex watch or some other fancy timepiece. If you notice a particular old toy you had as a child in a store, you may purchase it because it brings back fond memories of a carefree, happy-go-lucky time in your life. Maybe you liked a famous painting by a particular artist years ago, and now have an art collection of his most famous paintings.
You May Add To An Inherited Collection
If you inherited a collection of bells, salt and pepper shakers, spoons, or something else, you add to that collection if you like it. I had a spoon, salt, pepper, and a toy car collection. I have sold my readers. Some people have to buy two of everything. I have read that people that have two of everything have a fear of being alone. Collect everything in moderation. After all, too much of anything looks horrible and disorderly. Don’t go to every garage sale or auction to buy something to add to a collection that is turning into an addiction or hoarding problem. Remember to be very picky about what you collect so you will not have too many as the collection will overpower your home, and your home will look cluttered, and no one will appreciate your collection.
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