ACME gift — Local services in Manhattan

Fun and Flowers

If ever you need to break away from the grind of being an “adult” head over to Acme Gift. This shop is not only visually stimulating but it will bring out the child in you. I had a blast looking at all the fun, unusual and interesting things they have to offer. I laughed at the quirky sayings on the magnets, cards, coasters and mini boxes of gum. I found BB puzzles that triggered memories of childhood play that used hand held skill and not that of a computer. But my new all-time favorite and addiction, is the collection of the Safari Ltd Good Luck Minis. I think I purchased one or two of each one they have in the store which is a lot! But look around because they’re not in one area but in glass jars and trays here there and everywhere making the search so fun. Besides books, toys and gift ideas, they have a delightful floral shop with plenty of blooms and vases to choose from. They can put together just about anything you can dream up or you can choose from their pre-made vases. They did one for me using Gerber Daisy’s and Spider Mums, that helped to brighten my desk area. Overall: If you’re looking for something to make you smile or giggle, ACME gift is the...

Acme to the rescue!!! Time got away this year and I found myself frantic to get a delivery to my daughter-in-law for her birthday...TODAY!!! Since I live on the East Coast and she is in Manhattan, KS, I could have done a flower delivery (yah), or an edible arrangement (meh). Beggers typically can't be choosers, but wait! They can if you call Acme Gift shop! One of the associates invited me to FaceTime with her and she took me shopping around the store. She asked about my daughter-in-law and LISTENED to my responses. She took the time to help me find the perfect birthday present. She packaged it up and had it delivered the same day!

I've only been to the Little Apple once so far, but I have found that the people of this quaint community are, by far, the friendliest I've ever experienced. April genuinely enjoyed taking me shopping and spending time getting to know me and my daughter-in-law. We had some good laughs and in the end, I have to say this was the best shopping experience I have ever had...and I've done a lot of shopping!

Thank you, April, for your "above and beyond" approach to...

I went to buy a birthday card. I stood at the counter for several minutes while someone I thought was the cashier (I was right) was leaning against the flower counter while talking to her friend. I proceeded to stand at the counter, waiting patiently. Storm cloud loomed over Aggieville. In the distance, I heard a lone coyote cry in desperation. Maybe he was waiting to purchase a birthday card just as I was. I patiently continued to wait while the cashier continued to talk to her friend. Hushed voices of disdain and fake concern coated her voice. Was she angry? Was she working? That I did not know. All I know is that I stood there, waiting to throw a good old Lincoln on the counter for an overpriced card because all the cards at WalMart suck. I continued to wait. Meanwhile, the coyote gave up the ghost. I think he got dehydrated. The cashier finally asked me, "Are you ready to check out?"...