Lost
L.L.Bean black tote bag with lobster charm
Maine
Lost
listing
Posted
3 months
ago
Description
I lost my black L.L.Bean canvas tote yesterday around 3pm near the Starbucks on Fore Street in Portland, Maine. It's a medium-sized bag, about 14 by 12 inches, with a red lobster-shaped keychain clipped to the zipper. The bag is worn but still solid, and there's a faded monogram 'PP' inside the inner pocket along with a coffee stain on the bottom. It holds my daily stuff and a small photo of my grandmother, which makes it sentimental, so I really need it back. If anyone found it, please reach out—I'll be incredibly grateful.
Approximate last-seen location
Maine
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