Aw. Sad face. Black & Blue, men's and women's boutique in Morrison, is closing next week. Here's the e-mail owner Cheryl Little sent out today.

Dear loyal customers,

Black & Blue was a dream of mine that became a reality in March 2008. I have learned so much over the past 3 ½ years and I would not trade my experience for the world. However, the time has come to say goodbye to Black & Blue. I no longer have the ability to give Black & Blue the time and effort it requires, and with lingering economic uncertainty, continuing my business is not the best decision at this time. I now look forward to an exciting future, taking time to focus on my professional career and more importantly, the upcoming arrival of our baby boy!

I would like to thank all of my employees for their hard work and loyalty. A very special thanks to Christy Ward, the manager of Black & Blue. She has been a very dedicated employee since day one. I value all she has done for me and the store and wish her the absolute very best! Most of all I would like to thank my husband, Sam, for your love and never ending support.

Black & Blue will officially close on Wednesday, 9/14. All customer balances and gift cards will be honored through this date. The entire store will be marked down up to 90% off, and we would love your continued support in our final days of this location.

Thanks again!

Cheryl Little
Black & Blue

We send Cheryl and her team our best wishes!