Grey tote bag with pink floral patch
Description
I lost my grey tote bag yesterday around 3pm near the Cedar Falls Public Library on College Street. It's a medium-sized canvas tote with a pink floral patch on the front and a bright blue tassel hanging from the zipper. There's a small coffee stain on the bottom corner and an old library card tucked inside the inner pocket. Inside, you'll also find a folded photo of my grandmother and a yellow post-it note with my sister's handwriting. The bag is a reliable everyday carry; I use it for the farmers market and my lunch, and it holds my tablet sleeve. It has sentimental value, and I’d really like it back if anyone found it.
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