Thank you Ronnie for all your help! I brought in this statue to Things Remembered & was having…read moretrouble with figuring out how to customize it for my best friend. Ronnie showed extreme patience in helping me with this gift! I can't thank Ronnie for all their hard work! It was my first time in this store & it was a great experience! Highly recommend!

I forgot to write this review...until now…read more One stop to get Wifey an anniversary gift. The traditional list tells me to get tin, and the modern suggestion says an aluminum gift. Ok, I'm looking for something metallic. I needed something other than the usual picture frame or keychain. There are a couple of store associates, and the friendly gal helps me narrow down some items. She made sure to verify the engraving: layout, font, message, spelling, etc. She gave me an approximate time for me to return when the engraving would be ready. The engraving was not ready as promised so I had to come back another day. Disappointing, but not devastating since I had time before anniversary day. All in all it was ok, except for the one hiccup. Nice people, clean engraving, but the goods were not delivered on time.

I went there today and the gentleman and lady that are there are so busy, yet they are very…read morehelpful. Its hard now a days to find helpful and friendly people. I truly appreciate when someone goes the extra step to help. Bought a lot more than I expected.

Unfortunately this place closed. Really sad to see it go. This was a place that was convenient and…read moreeasy to go to.

Engraving pros...who don't use spellcheck. Let's just say…read moreI'm FOEVER avoiding this company. Offered to refund my lock, so at least there's that.

Poor selection and service. I purchased a key chain to be engraved. The engraver was not there so…read moreI was told to come back on Saturday. On Saturday the place was not even open so I waited around 20 minutes and the engraver showed up. He told me to come back in the afternoon. ( Third trip now). I came back and the key chain was engraved but I was never asked about the style or font. I took it but vowed to never return. Third world experience.

We needed a last minute gift engraved and we were thrilled that the engraving store was able to get…read moreit done for us. We ended up buying a second personalized ammo can they had in the store which was the perfect gift for our son. Thank you for making our gifts so special.

Wonderful husband and wife team that run this shop. I worked with them to engrave plaques to…read morecommemorate time served on the USS Scranton. Great work and they were able to help us redesign the plaques at one point with ease.

It has really fun and playful things to see inside Parkway Plaza mall in El Cajon, California where…read moreI visited with someone. The whole mall feels lively in a way that surprised me, because every corner had something different going on that teenagers would enjoy a lot. When I walked through the main areas, I noticed so many teenagers hanging out together, laughing, taking pictures, and just enjoying the freedom of being in a place that feels safe and full of energy. The atmosphere there reminded me of the kind of spot where teenagers can be themselves without feeling rushed or judged. One thing that stood out to me was how many stores had bright displays and colorful setups that made the whole place feel more exciting. Even the seating areas around the mall had this relaxed vibe that made it easy to stop and take a break without feeling like you were in the way. I saw teenagers sitting together in groups, sharing snacks, showing each other things they bought, and taking fun photos around the mall decorations. Everything about the environment felt welcoming and easygoing, which makes it perfect for teenagers who love spending time somewhere that feels both fun and comfortable. It is a familiar mall to me, but I didn't realize how much there was to enjoy there until I walked around inside with a more playful mindset. I really appreciated how easy it was to have fun there without feeling overwhelmed. The whole experience felt smooth and comfortable, and I never doubted that the visit was going to turn out the way I hoped it would. I only visited Parkway Plaza one time in my life before I made this review, but that one visit was enough to show me how enjoyable and welcoming it is. It was one of the most lively and teen‑friendly places I've been to in a long time, and I would highly recommend that even teenagers go there because it gives them a place to hang out, walk around, shop, take pictures, and feel creative.

EMPTY NICE MALL (3 stars)…read more I haven't been inside an "inside" mall in years!!! If malls were still a thing, this place would have potential. I don't ever travel this East (15m from SD) but I had to pick up an item at this GameStop that wasn't at any of the may Gamestop stores in San Diego. This one is inside a mall... an inside mall (sorry I'm use to the outdoor malls) and didn't expect to walk inside and inside mall. The mall was near abandon but it's a nice mall and very spacious. From the outside you think it's just a few big stores but on the inside many small stores but also many vacancies. There are eateries and a food court that the local residence to go to. Surprisingly there is a movie theater inside too. Doubt I'll ever be back but it's a good to know what's out here.

I LOVE working with Amy and the very creative owner Claudia! She and her team of first class…read moreprofessionals work from the moment they get the order and even have custom delivered and set up for my events. She just did three dozen custom ribbons to wrap detailed made chocolate guitars for my VIP table guests for a non profit event that had Peter Frampton as the performer. Oh my gosh they were amazing!!!! I would highly recommend using Claudia and her team!!! She works with ALL budgets and over delivers!!!!!!! Thank you Claudia for even dropping in to help me make them pretty on the table!

I am delighted to provide a positive review for Pleasant Surprises. When my boss forgot to…read morepurchase a gift basket as promised to be donated as a raffle item to benefit the local Children's Hospital, I had to kick in to high gear to find something. Not only did Pleasant Surprises put something together quickly, the gift assortment they provided was beautiful and full of quality items. We had our custom purchase ready to go within 2 hours and all is well with the world. Amy was a delight to work with and I would highly recommend this company. We will definitely be back!

Elam's Hallmark in La Mesa came through with exceptional customer service when I was in a real…read morebind. An online Hallmark order for a corporate event arrived incomplete despite expedited shipping, leaving me short just days before the event. After calling every Southern California location, Elam's was the only store with the inventory I needed, even though I'm based in downtown LA. Bella and the management team were incredible--they processed my order over the phone, accepted a shipping label from my corporate UPS account, and personally dropped the package off at UPS at the end of their shift. That's truly above‑and‑beyond service and incredibly rare these days. Elam's Hallmark La Mesa is officially my go‑to. Highly recommend.

I have loved this store for years. Very kind and friendly people working there. But today I could…read morenot believe the way I was treated. I went in to buy some cards and I had 2 Rewards, the clerk told me one of the crown rewards was already used! I told her I just got them and had not used them. She said it was in the computer that it was used. She was explaining it and another clerk started talking and was so rude. I was in shock. I have never used the rewards online. I realized when I got home that is what they were saying. I am 81 years old and that is the only Hallmark store that I can walk to. I hope someone gets fired.

* heart eyes emoji*…read more If im not buying online, or small owned bookstores I love a good Barnes & Nobel stroll In Grossmont center . Next to Jamba Juice. Clean, good space layout, CLEAN restrooms. This place is dangerous. Awesome for books, accessories and gifts for book readers and a nice sort of toys and gadgets for all ages. Friendly staff and a few membership perks.

I've always loved this store and have been here a million times when my children were younger. We…read moredecided to stop here before going to the movies. It's got AC, great magazine section and every book you can think of. But the bathrooms are locked. But even weirder: I'm standing outside the bathroom trying the door, an employee walks by, sees me, gives me a weird look and keeps going. Inconvenient and unkind. I had four books I wanted to buy. I'll go home and order them online.

I wanted to take a moment to recognize both the gentleman who helped me with my order as well as…read morethe delivery driver. I called earlier this week because I needed to make a special order of 13 purple roses for my daughter's 13th birthday. The man on the phone was so pleasant and didn't hesitate or grumble about my special request. WONDERFUL customer service! And the delivery driver today, very sweet man. Our dogs barked at him and he told the dogs "it's ok I have flowers for someone here" again, WONDERFUL customer service  thank you!

My family ordered a gorgeous bouquet for me on my wedding anniversary on 5/5 (my spouse passed away…read morerecently). They were breathtakingly beautiful - two dozen red roses and stargazer lilies. Five stars. They lasted four days, hence the two star review. I am so disappointed I was not able to enjoy them for even a week. Normally a couple will droop or die and can be pulled to save the arrangement but when I woke up yesterday morning EVERY SINGLE ROSE was collapsed - and most of the lilies too. A couple lilies are still hanging in there , but I can't imagine what my family paid for this arrangement. So disappointed. Photos tell the story.

Very professional. Reasonable prices. I ordered engraved name tags for a non profit organization…read more They were ready in about a week and looked fabulo

Steve is the best! My husband recommend I try out awards by Navajo when I needed some lapel pins…read morefor my promoting 8th graders. He has always used them for plaques and name pins and all kinds of different awards and trophies, and raved about the quality and the speed in which he got his different awards. Steve helped me with the design and the timeline and was so straightforward about everything! My students are going to be so excited about their lapel pins at promotion!