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| - I couldn't very well walk past this place without going in.
In fact, my internal monologue said something to this effect: "You can't very well walk past this place without going in."
So who am I to argue with myself? Call it geekery if you must, but I prefer to think of myself as "endearingly charming", this interest in kitsch and good-natured cheesiness.
Regardless, if you have an alien out front and the outside of a building that looks like an alien lair, of course I'm jumping on that. Are you kidding me?
Apparently having opened earlier in the Summer, it's a fun little touristy souvenir type store (all alien themed, of course) with lots of movies, vintage style sci-fi signs, Star Wars stuff, snacks, and all manner of photos and whatnot.
The lady running the store (Miki, like "Mikey") was super nice and full of conversation. She was only too eager to help and answer any question (plus, how can I dislike anyone that compliments my looks?). And I appreciate anyone with enthusiasm and a good sense of humor.
I didn't pick up anything this time (the signs are pretty cool, however), but something that novel and fun in Boulder City's already laid back environment makes it worth another explore.
They did have an area that looks like it is still under construction for some unveiling later. That alone will warrant a return visit.
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