Things I can't believe actually "work": Telemarketing. Pop-up ads. Instant Messages or Spam mails (especially the ones for web cams/porn or my mortgage or pharmaceuticals).

Things I think really "work": Clearance bins on CD's and DVD's. Hard-back classics from Barnes & Noble for under $7. Lunch buffets.

I guess the difference is that the really good things don't have to sell themselves. They're just "there" and people make the effort to go get them. The things that have to get my attention usually aren't worth buying. I'm befuddled by the fact that, apparently, those things that I can't believe "work" are actually "working" to the point that those people keep trying.

Man. This entire supply and demand thing can be confusing. It's downright scary that Jesus said that what we spend our money on is an indicator of what's in our heart.