Good Morning Gloucester

I dare say that opportunities like this don’t come along often.

The Urchin Exchange is a children’s and women’s consignment boutique that is adored by a vast number of shoppers and consignors alike….from Cape Ann and beyond.

While her devoted cliental and consignors were saddened to hear that Melanie will be selling the Urchin Exchange, I know I speak for everyone when I say that we wish her the very best as she pursues new career goals.  The Urchin Exchange has grown exponentially since its inception just three years ago.  For many, the Urchin Exchange is a first stop when looking for clothing staples, something fun to complement a wardrobe, a gift, or the perfect item!  Likewise, more closets than one could count are cleaned out seasonally and brought to the Urchin Exchange to be discovered and loved by a new family.

GMG’s own Joey C. once wrote, “This is not your average children’s consignment joint. This is super fresh, super high end totally perfect killer clothes for your kid at stupid cheap prices. I Wish The Urchin Exchange Was Around When My Girls Were Little.” And, that was before Melanie expanded to include women’s clothing as well.  Speaking of women’s clothes..The Urchin Exchange was also the Winner of Northshore Magazine’s BONS 2016 award for “Best Maternity Clothing”

Thanks to Melanie’s dedication, care, and business savvy the Urchin Exchange is a viable and growing business that now happens to be a fantastic opportunity for someone else to lead.  Honestly, I’m sad that I can’t consider it myself.  If you ask me, it would be a PERFECT business for two friends to run together.  Maybe two people who have other obligations and would like to share the responsibilities and hours that come with owning a business?  It is, however, manageable for one perfect buyer as well!

The Urchin Exchange is completely TURN KEY!  All inventory, shelving, clothing racks, mannequins, the computer system, steamer, wireless speaker, and more are included in the price of the sale.  Oh, and then there’s the faithful cliental!  What more could you ask for when considering becoming self-employed and owning your own business?  The asking price, by the way, is $39,900.  Make Melanie an offer!

Melanie is willing to train and assist the right potential buyer as the business changes hands.  Don’t miss this amazing opportunity if you think you may be interested!

The Urchin Exchange is located in the highly visible and frequented shopping plaza at 214 Eastern Avenue, Gloucester.  The plaza will no doubt soon be fully occupied…which, along with its convenient location and large parking lot, makes it even more perfect!

Visit the website here:    The Urchin Exchange

For more information email Melanie at theurchinexchange@gmail.com or call 978.283.3300 .

Also check out their Facebook page…while there you will get a feel for how many people turn to the Urchin Exchange when filling (or purging) their wardrobes:  The Urchin Exchange Facebook Page

I have noticed that Gloucester displays its patriotism proudly by flying the flag all over the city.  Kudos to all as they are just beautiful.  This one is at the Park at Fort Point.

Here’s a link to where we got our essential oil diffuser on Amazon

Here’s ours in action-

Yesterday while hibernating with a cold at home for New Years Day we ordered in chinese from Jasmine Garden and the sweetest lady with the nicest smile, came to deliver in the frigid temps and handed us these awesome little chinese ornaments with our order.   It’s these simple gestures that we don’t see much anymore.   So thank you Jasmine Garden for making us all smile!

With frigid temperatures in the forecast for the foreseeable future, I wonder how much further the harbor will freeze?

What does this look like to you?  I think it looks like a lizard-like creature rising from its sand home to have some sea grass for lunch.  When I come across something like this, I can easily understand how people might imagine they have seen sea creatures or some other-worldly being when in reality it’s a piece of driftwood on the beach at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge.  Can’t wait to get back there and see what it looks like covered with snow.