lost holiday decorations in Solomons Island, MD
Description
On Friday at 7:45 PM, I last saw the holiday decorations hanging on the porch rail of our Solomons Island cottage near the Boardwalk. A chilly breeze swept through the evening, and when I went to tidy up a moment later, they were gone. The garlands, wreaths, and a string of red-and-green lights were a little worn but still bright—the kind my kids helped me hang after school. It feels silly to admit, but the decorations carry family memories and a little too much sentiment for a random souvenir. I’m hopeful someone found them and left them somewhere safe along the Solomons Island Boardwalk, perhaps near the lighthouse.
Approximate last-seen location
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How to safely get your item back
A short checklist to protect you and the item during the handoff.
Verify the finder before meeting
- Ask them to describe a detail not shown in your listing, such as an engraving, scratch, or contents.
- Request a clear photo of the item from an angle you did not post.
- Do not pay any release, shipping, or storage fee.
- Do not share your full address until you have verified them.
Meet in a safe, public place
- Police stations, café entrances, transport hubs, and shop foyers all work.
- Meet during daylight hours where there is CCTV and foot traffic.
- Avoid private homes, car parks at night, or isolated locations.
Bring someone with you
- Tell a friend or family member where you are meeting and when.
- Share your live location with them during the handoff.
- For high-value items, consider contacting your local police station for advice first.
Keep communication on lostandfound.io
- Use the in-app message thread so there is a record if something goes wrong.
- Do not move to WhatsApp, SMS, or email until you have exchanged a verifying detail.
- Never share bank details, government ID numbers, or copies of your ID.