Hey Hombre,
Sorry man! In rereading this, that was pretty blunt.
I understand the old adage, 'if nothing nice to say.....etc. ' but I guess I get frustrated if the discussion gets one sided. The 'tourist' kiss of death is always a dread, but must be brought out......then to say, Im hoping to find support otherwise.
To me even 'souvenir' items have certain value for what they are as they represent traditions of a culture, place and time. Thats sort of the way I see mine.
You sound like a collector with a great attitude! Stay the course!
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