Gosh, what an amazing birthday surprise I had yesterday. My birthday was coming up today, and on my way to shopping at Weaver Street, I thought to myself, I will go into My Muses and find myself a little birthday present. When I got there I was greeted warmly by Keegan, and I began looking around the store at all the lovely things. At some point I mentioned to Keegan that my birthday was the next day, and that I was shopping for a gift for myself. She asked if I was on the My Muses mailing list and i said yes. She asked if I had seen an email about a birthday gift, and I said no. So she told me that I had a gift certificate birthday present for $20. I am still rather speechless about the generosity of such a gift, and of the synchronicity of the timing! How does that work?!!! Thanks so much to Keegan, Abhi, Chrystina and whoever else has a part in this lovely gifting. It started my birthday...
Read moreWhen I learnt that the prime corner spot in Carrboro near the tracks was opening a card shop, lets just say in the most toned down terms that I was skeptical. After a friend asked me to check it out, I did. AND man I was surprised, it felt like I entered this place of calming vibes with everything around me very meaningful and clearly hand picked. Soon me and my daughter became a regular at My Muses, for anyone who visits make sure you ask Abhi (the owner) for his recommendations, they are as thoughtful as the place. He has recommended some of the best gifts I have given, be it bereavement, spiritual uplifting, or pure joy. From a total skeptic to an ardent fan, My Muses is a breath of fresh air and a vital part of our community. I wish it thrives and continues to make Carrboro and Chapel Hill a...
Read moreWanted to visit today. The front is not accessible and the back has a ramp but the door is blocked by shop items making it inaccessible. Spoke to a employee who came to the front door when she saw me sitting there. Was told that they can move it.
This does not make it accessible if we have to wait to get your attention from outside the building of a closed front door (can't even knock because of the little deck and statue that makes the door unreachable).
Accessibility means giving the disabled community independence. This is not it! A ramp is to NEVER be blocked. Ever. That is the...
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