Amy’s Hallmark Shop

We went into this location for a last-​minute birthday gift this past Saturday night. Lori went above and beyond helping us including putting a ribbon around a wine glass that we bought just to add a little special touch. She helped us as soon as we walk to the door and I just throughout the store. I really appreciated all her help and I will return to the store because of her. It was very nice to have that kind of hands-​on help when I was rushed to buy a gift.

Stopped in here to check out the Holiday ornaments the other day. It’s a nice store and the people that work there are super friendly and helpful.

So, shopping with a three year old and a 14^th month old is inherently difficult. My trip was made more so by the lack of customer service provided. I walked around the store, found the PERFECT anniversary card and a clearance item I wanted and went to the checkout. At the check out, my 3 year old tells me she has to potty. This is a 3 year old who waits til the very last second. Remembering years ago when I worked there and the store manager who would do anything to help someone in my shoes. The cashier says, «I can let you use the bathroom in the back.» Sigh of relief! Well then this other lady who works there stepped up and said she can’t «take the risk.» Wait, what? If I am carrying both of my kids to ensure they don’t trip, etc., why do you want me to have to walk half a block away in the frigid cold?! Needless to say, we had t o leave because they refused to let my THREE year old use the bathroom. (I feel like I should have let her pee on the floor). So we walked out in the 21 degree weather with a windchill about 15 degrees, and TRIED to get to a bathroom. Well, shopping trip ruined, anniversary card going to be late… kid peed all over herself.
Now, I’m not one who has the sense of entitlement to everything, but seriously, you can’t let ME take responsibility for MY kids? You can’t let a 3 year old use the stinking toilet?! Really? So I end up with no anniversary card or present and a kid shivering in the cold as we try to huff it back to the car since she is SOAKED.
A bit of compassion would have gone a long way. The employees exhibited none. Maybe they didn’t have kids and didn’t understand, but if you have kids, make sure you stop at Wal Mart across the street to make them potty first and make sure you don’t take too much time shopping — otherwise, you’re doomed.

This has become my new go-​to place for greeting cards. I used to be a WalMart or Walgreens dollar special kind of guy, but my wife has steered me in the right direction.
They’re always very helpful here, pointing you to the right section or helping you find just that right card for the right occasion. Need a happy anniversary card for your wife celebrating the anniversary of your 1^st date? They got it, and they’ll show you where it’s at!

This Hallmark in Southlands is my new go to spot for cards. After years of hastily picking up a card at the grocery store or Wal Mart I started actually taking some time and thought to pick a card for my upcoming occasions.
I like this one because it is light and bright and the associates can actually find you the perfect card if you are in a hurry and need some guidance. I also always get sucked in by their gifts with purchase — I mean who doesn’t need a bunny who can clap its ears to music? :) —
Prices are a bit higher than your Wal Mart card, but worth it for the selection. There is parking around back, but some up close spots right outside the door if you are lucky!