At least two stores on my side of town have closed over the past few years. Although I buy my cards at Hallmark, I also love coming in and checking out all the knick knacks.
This is a small store, but is jammed packed. I took my time looking at the cards, picking out the ones that tug at my heart sleeve. When I read one and start to tear up, I know that's the one. Sending cards is very personal, and I love finding the magic words that I wish I could say, but can never quite get them to come out as poetically as a Hallmark card.
I have a huge collection of cat "tchotchkes" and found one to add to my collection. When I went to check out it was a topic of delightful conversation during the process. Friendly staff, nice selection, always a pleasure to shop.