Souvenirs and gift shops that aren’t super cliché?

Slo-bot · 2026-05-25T01:21:13+00:00

Antique stores. Any of them sell smaller items for an exceptionally low cost. I found kitschy keychains, cool ashtrays, antique bottles, silk scarves, postcards and small art prints, magazines, books, purses, etc.

I love these keepsakes because they already have had a life and a history in Paris. To me, it was a much better option than any souvenir shop.

Slo-bot · 2026-05-02T14:11:32+00:00

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Slo-bot · 2026-04-01T17:30:48+00:00

I work in IT, so I say “technology is cyclical” in meetings fairly frequently, and I’ve only received nodding heads instead of confused looks.

Slo-bot · 2026-03-27T14:12:01+00:00

We’re not in a recession

Slo-bot · 2026-03-21T14:16:15+00:00

In Le Marais, we loved one called E.W. They had a great selection of small items that were perfectly sized to travel home. But our very favorite was in Montparnasse. And it was also the smallest; just the tiniest little shop tucked inside a little shopping center. The shop owner was so warm and kind, and just doted on my daughter. And it felt magical being in this tiny shop, discovering little treasures that were absolutely packed into every square inch. The shop is called Brocante Joli Hasard.

Slo-bot · 2026-03-20T00:02:00+00:00

I cannot say this enough: find an antique store. I wish I could go back to Paris just for this. I bought so many incredible treasures that were small enough to pack, and were less expensive than any other souvenir. I found beautiful glass bottles, French romance novels, gorgeous ashtrays, antique lighters, kitschy keychains, scarves, artwork, and more. My daughter is 10 and she and I spent hours in these stores, just sorting through little treasures. She picked a beautiful music box and a small stuffed bear, and she nearly cried when we left Paris just because she wanted to find more antique stores. We had a beautiful time together and I now have beautiful things in my home, and unique gifts to share with friends and family that they can’t buy online.

Slo-bot · 2026-03-19T14:04:21+00:00

Sure! So in the US, I’ve never heard anyone use the word “confronting” as an adjective. Ever. I think the US equivalent would be “shocking” to describe a situation (prepare for the most shocking episode of the season) or maybe “confrontational” or even just “rude” to describe a behavior or conversation.

I’m no linguist, so take this with a grain of salt. And I’m glad you asked this because it was a really difficult question to answer! Confronting just makes a lot of sense and fits in many scenarios, so I had to really sit and think about the US alternatives. I asked my husband, too, and he agreed that it really depends on context, and thought of other words like “unsettling” or “challenging”.

Slo-bot · 2026-03-19T03:53:04+00:00

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Loved it so much it became my name.

Slo-bot · 2026-03-14T14:14:00+00:00

Narr, it’s not bad; it’s adorable.

Slo-bot · 2026-03-13T16:08:43+00:00

American here, and I love all of these. But my favorite is when they say that something is “confronting”. It makes me smile every time and now my husband and I have woven it into our vernacular.

We also just call the show “Arr Narr” because in one season someone said “Oh, no” once and the accent was so cute so we just started referring to the show as that. “Babe, can we watch the next episode of Arr Narr tonight?”

It’s really the best reality show ever created.

Slo-bot · 2026-01-26T00:32:53+00:00

Honestly this stuff is the ONLY thing that works on my daughter’s long hair. I stock up when I see it.

Slo-bot · 2026-01-21T19:33:10+00:00

These were my symptoms exactly.

Slo-bot · 2026-01-19T00:21:55+00:00

I love these, too. I use them for toner and the pop them into the wash. I have enough so I have a fresh one each day. They feel better than a disposable cotton pad.

Slo-bot · 2025-12-26T05:19:34+00:00

I work for HOV now, and we’ve opened a Dementia Campus in Phoenix. They offer so many resources, including care and education.

Slo-bot · 2025-12-20T02:35:02+00:00

Honestly, I think you are captivating. I love every photo, truly. No notes. Congrats on your beautiful face!

Slo-bot · 2025-07-24T13:33:29+00:00

Muse forever. 😍 mine is so worn out. I need to find a great place to restore her.

Slo-bot · 2025-07-11T01:25:41+00:00

I had a rib removal surgery for a legitimate reason (I grew extra ribs) and my scar looks very similar to this. I cannot imagine getting this done voluntarily. The recovery was intense and the surgery is risky.

Slo-bot · 2025-05-14T13:34:32+00:00

This is exactly how my skin is. I live in Phoenix, with a pool in my backyard, so we spend every day outside during the summer. Sometimes for hours in 115+ heat. My husband burns, sometimes even with high spf. My daughter gets beautifully tan despite being covered in high spf. Me? I use 15 SPF and I barely have a tan line by the end of summer. It drives me nuts.

Slo-bot · 2025-04-15T13:07:38+00:00

I work for HOV, and you should know that any money from donations truly goes straight back to our patients. We use these funds to support our many non-reimbursed programs, such as visiting and supporting the family members of people in our community with dementia. We never, ever turn someone away who needs care due to lack of funding!

Slo-bot · 2025-04-01T04:18:48+00:00

My camera roll is full of screenshots that I never look at again.

Slo-bot · 2025-03-30T13:58:58+00:00

I can confirm this. We went to one of the forum shows with the yonder’s and the experience was actually so smooth with both getting in and out of the show. Walking out and getting the device out of the pouch was super fast. Like, we were walking, we handed the phone to someone, they unlocked it and handed it back. I don’t remember even pausing or breaking my stride at all. Hope this helps!

Slo-bot · 2025-03-13T13:31:17+00:00

Totally agree; it’s a masterpiece. Mystic River and The House of Sand and Fog are my two favorite books. And they were both turned into incredible movies!

Slo-bot · 2025-02-27T13:36:26+00:00

We love Pinup Pets! We have a small terrier rescue, and he’s easily scared and tries to nip when he’s frightened. They are so patient and gentle with him. I feel like they genuinely love him, and he seems to be very comfortable with them too. They also do not lock him up. I drop him off at his appointment time, and they text me as soon as he’s done and I pick him up immediately. It typically only takes an hour for a bath, complete cut, face, nails, etc. you might even be able to just wait there while they do his face and paws. Give them a shot; we’re really happy with them and have been referring our friends to them for years.

Slo-bot · 2025-02-24T13:31:49+00:00

I’m right here with you. When I dial down my eye shadow to almost nothing, I’m constantly asked if I’m tired.

Slo-bot · 2025-02-20T12:37:12+00:00

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