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I have driven by this store about a million times before I stopped by there one day on a whim. I had no idea how big it was! What I had imagined was a pottery store was really a giant Christmas...
I have driven by this store about a million times before I stopped by there one day on a whim. I had no idea how big it was! What I had imagined was a pottery store was really a giant Christmas warehouse (although I am very sure the merchandise changes on a seasonal basis). There was a large section of decorated floral items and individual items that can be used for crafts - ribbon, silk flowers, etc. There were tons of Christmas decorations, ranging from inexpensive (79 centsish) to very expensive ($10ish) ornaments, garlands, lights, linens - anything a person could use to decorate for the holidays. They had a large selection of artificial Christmas trees, wreaths and other greenery, as well as a huge kitchen and housewares department. This will definitely be a store I visit more often, although I'll need to be careful. As I remarked to the lady behind me in line: It's when I am in stores like that I really realize what good taste I have. I only like the expensive things!
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Dollar Tree
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Department Stores
600 Greenville Blvd SE Ste D
Greenville, North Carolina 27858
(252) 215-0913
I love Dollar Tree because they carry a little of this and a little of that. You can always count on being able to find party supplies and kitchen knick knacks and stationary products, as well as...
I love Dollar Tree because they carry a little of this and a little of that. You can always count on being able to find party supplies and kitchen knick knacks and stationary products, as well as all of the usual dollar store merchandise. What I like about Dollar Tree is that there is always something surprising there. One time I got a bunch of Hanes sweatpants for kids - in a variety of colors - for only a buck each. Another time I found these great story books that came with matching cassettes - perfect for my son to listen to at story time. I like to pop in here periodically so I won't miss any good deals!
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We recently returned from a couple of weeks in Vermont (what a great place to vacation). Since it was just the kids and me, we decided to fly so we took a flight on American. That has become our...
We recently returned from a couple of weeks in Vermont (what a great place to vacation). Since it was just the kids and me, we decided to fly so we took a flight on American. That has become our favorite since it's the only airline that offers non-stop service to where we need to go. However, it has been a couple of years since I've flown and there were a lot of changes. I didn't know now that they charge $2 per bag to have it checked outside with the skycap. And that doesn't include gratuities - our first skycap was so happy to tell me that and I reluctantly forked over an extra dollar just to be sure he actually would get my bags on the right flight. I thought it was horribly rude to ask for a tip. I didn't think that was allowed.
On the return flight, more craziness ensued. First I was told my suitcase was too heavy and I had to remove 10 pounds from it or pay a $25 fee. They let me put the 10 pounds of stuff into my other bag, so I'm not really sure this was worth anything but hassle on my part. Then they moved our seats from row 4 to row 12 because that particular aircraft only had extra life preservers in the last three rows. I've flown American with lap children at least six other times and never has this been an issue. Twelve rows is a long way to go when you're carrying a heavy bag, a heavy child and following a slow moving pre-schooler dragging his backpack that won't keep getting under your feet!
We sit on the flight and everything is going okay until they pass the drink cart down the aisle. On the top were three trays of food. I inquired about them, thinking foolishly that they were going to be nice enough to give them to the kids since it was dinner time and who wants to hear kids fuss on the plane? Nope. I was told they were available for $4 each. What was in them? A package of cheese crackers, a fruit rollup and another little snacky thing. What a fabulous value. We passed.
I don't understand why American feels the need to stick its customers with fees left and right. I know times are tough financially, but some of those things are rediculous.
The good news: We arrived safely (no need for those life preservers) and on time and so did our luggage!
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I visited Mesa Verde National Park when I was ten years old. My aunt took my sister and I on a cross-country trip one summer and this was one of the stops. I remember being amazed that people had...
I visited Mesa Verde National Park when I was ten years old. My aunt took my sister and I on a cross-country trip one summer and this was one of the stops. I remember being amazed that people had built these houses into the cliffs and weren't afraid to climb the steep steps to get to them. Even now when I look at pictures, I remember how cool they were (and how I'd never want to live there!)
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I was really pleased when I needed a new doctor and found Dr. Hinson. I was able to get an appointment in a very timely manner and she was able to give me the immunizations and prescriptions I...
I was really pleased when I needed a new doctor and found Dr. Hinson. I was able to get an appointment in a very timely manner and she was able to give me the immunizations and prescriptions I needed. Her office staff was efficient and I've never been seen as quickly in a doctor's office than I was on this visit. Dr. Hinson herself was friendly and proffessional and gave advice freely on many topics when asked. I would recommend her in a heartbeat.
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I have been on the lookout for lavender essential oil. I found a recipe in one of my books for a lavender hair tonic that is supposed to make your hair look and smell wonderful. I have since learned...
I have been on the lookout for lavender essential oil. I found a recipe in one of my books for a lavender hair tonic that is supposed to make your hair look and smell wonderful. I have since learned that such items are difficult to find, especially when you live in a fairly rural area. I was fabulously pleased to find that Nature's Goodness carried lavender essential oil, although at first glance I thought I may walk out empty handed. (They had it hiding on a shelf behind the counter.) I was disappointed at the high price of the product, but having since done some comparison shopping, I now realize it wasn't so high.
Nature's Goodness also carries these fabulous sesame crunch bars that I love. I will have to make it a regular stop on my errand circuit just to pick up one of these each week. Yum!
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My husband took my children out of town for a couple of days this week and I took advantage of the opportunity to do some things I normally am not able to do. I recently purchased a sewing machine...
My husband took my children out of town for a couple of days this week and I took advantage of the opportunity to do some things I normally am not able to do. I recently purchased a sewing machine and decided I needed to make something. So I headed into Hancock Fabrics and made a beeline for the pattern section. I looked through books and books of patterns, trying to find something stylish but very easy to make (I've never made an article of clothing). I found a couple of patterns I liked and the nice ladies at the store talked me through them. They covered everything from what fabrics to use to how to lay out the pattern pieces to tips on sewing the tricky parts. I was very pleased by how helpful they were.
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I realized this morning when I put in my contacts and they just didn't feel right that I was four months overdue for a contact exam. I called both of the eye doctors in town, only to be told they...
I realized this morning when I put in my contacts and they just didn't feel right that I was four months overdue for a contact exam. I called both of the eye doctors in town, only to be told they couldn't see me for another couple of weeks. So I looked in the phone book and found a Pearle Vision in the next town over. I've always had good luck with the independent optometrists they're connected with so I gave them a call.
This independent optometrist, Dr. David Devere, was fabulous. Not only was he able to fit me in that day, but he was very good natured as my 18 month old daughter screamed the entire time he examined my eyes.
He was efficient and thorough, but took time to answer my questions. I have not been as pleased with an eye doctor in a very long time. I would recommend him to anyone.
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Kroger
Category:
Grocery Stores
3040 Evans St
Greenville, North Carolina 27834
(252) 353-4400
Our family has recently started doing a lot of our shopping here. The store is large and clean and just nice. There is a huge product section and their deli offerings are larger and nicer than many...
Our family has recently started doing a lot of our shopping here. The store is large and clean and just nice. There is a huge product section and their deli offerings are larger and nicer than many other grocery stores. What I like best about Kroger, though, is that they offer a wider variety of products than you'd find at your smaller grocery stores. Just recently I've discovered they stock a dark chocolate peanut butter which is just lovely.
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I suppose I am slightly biased, having lived in Boston only when I was a poor college student. La Familia's was the first restaurant I ate at in the North End and it was so cheap and so good. I've...
I suppose I am slightly biased, having lived in Boston only when I was a poor college student. La Familia's was the first restaurant I ate at in the North End and it was so cheap and so good. I've eaten at other places, but this is the one that I always come back to. I remember going there on a date once, and sharing a plate of lasagna - both of us ate until we were stuffed and there was a large piece left over. Another time I went there with a group of friends at the end of the lunch service. It was obvious when the dinner hour started - the lights dimmed and the rock music on the radio changed abruptly to a lovely rendition of "That's Amore." I never fail to be reminded of that experience when I hear the song. I'm getting hungry (and nostalgic) just thinking about it!
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