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[quote=Anonymous]Like what "aspects"? Seeing inside other people's homes? Specifically items from international trips?

It's of course normal to observe the relative cleanliness or niceness of a house you're in. We all do it. Sometimes it's very pleasant to be in an especially clean, well-appointed home. But also, sometimes it's a pain -- it kind of depends on the vibe. Personally, I have a very clean home (because I really value cleanliness) but intentionally it is not that fancy because I don't want to stress all the time about not staining or breaking or wearing out very expensive things. We travel a lot but don't display tons of evidence of those trips -- a few things but they are not super highlighted and don't necessarily stand out among family photos, kid art, and other decor that is meaningful to us but not a reflection of travel. Also we let people eat and drink in all the common areas when they are over and just accept we'll need to clean well after they leave. I want people to feel comfortable in my home. That's much more important to me than them feeling impressed.

If you are asking if you should buy nicer furniture or prominently display souvenirs from your African safari in order to impress your daughter's friends, my answer is "no".[/quote]

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