In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, I have been blown away by the community love and support here in Alexandria. Katie and I have felt all of the love over the last few weeks. We are so humbled by it and want to return the love! I am also inspired by all of the innovative ways that people have reinvented their businesses to get them through these extremely tough times.At 529 over the past two weeks, I became the Easter Bunny (funny for the Jewish gal, I know)! It was so much fun helping my customers select the perfect basket stuffers for their kiddos and then deliver them to their doors. I truly felt the magic of the bunny!This idea of delivering the perfect gift was so uplifting, it inspired us to continue this gesture into the next couple of months. After talking to my manager Nicole Duncan, an event planner by trade, at 529 the other day about the requests for birthday gifts, we thought…that’s it! A birthday gift delivery service. So, starting next week, you’ll be able to customize the perfect birthday gift for all ages at either 529 or Mint Condition.Think giant bubble wand kit and cool shades for that little guy, the perfect piggy paint shade for the girlie girl paired with a fun Lilly Pulitzer shift and a summer clip from Lilies & Roses, or a gently loved Louis Vuitton wallet for that fabulous fifty-year-old.Fully customizable birthday gifts for your budget, delivered with a sweet treat from a local restaurant, and voilà - the perfect birthday surprise!