Shopping opportunities

I swear it is a plot against the human male animal. Was it not bad enough that we had to go shopping with the female of the species. I had learned to sit patiently looking blankly at the displays and nod appreciatively as she asked how this looks or how that fits. Eventually the item would or would not be purchased and then placed in a bag for me to carry home. Now they have gone to far. When she purchases jewelry the battle is only half over. They now have cardboard jewelry boxes. Those are boxes for them to choose from before leaving the store. One more extended shopping opportunity.