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Simplicity...

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Lola Audu~Audu Real Estate~Grand Rapids, MI Real Estate

The Bridal pagoda at the Cobblestone manor

 

Sometimes the profound emerges from the most unlikely places in ordinary life.  Like a phrase distilled from the shroud of a mist...Simplicity is what happens when the details are stripped down to their bare essence.

The photo of the wedding scene above is taken at the Cobblestone Manor.  The lawn has been set with lawn chairs.  The entire stage has one simple purpose...the uniting of the bride and groom.  The gatherings purpose to witness the love they share. 

It's Memorial Day weekend, a time for remembrance and the creation of romantic memories.  Simplicity distilled to it's core...unfettered and free.

 

walking down the aisle

The Cobblestone Manor is a historic inn and bed & breakfast located in Auburn Hills, Michigan.  It is a popular destination for special events and occassions.  A wonderful place to consider if you're thinking about vacationing in Michigan.

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Comments(15)

Joan Whitebook
BHG The Masiello Group - Nashua, NH
Consumer Focused Real Estate Services

Nice picture.  I can see why it is so popular.  Looks like a wonderful place to have new beginnings.

Jun 05, 2008 03:03 PM
Lola Audu
Lola Audu~Audu Real Estate~Grand Rapids, MI Real Estate - Grand Rapids, MI
Audu Real Estate~Grand Rapids, MI ~Welcome Home!

Joan, it is a delightful place.  One of the nicest bed & breakfasts that I've stayed in here in Michigan.

Jun 05, 2008 03:05 PM
Gretchen Faber
The Kentwood Company at Cherry Creek - Denver, CO
LifeStyleDenver

What a beautiful day!  It makes me want to get married all over again...

Jun 05, 2008 03:14 PM
Stacey Brown
ILM Realty - Colchester, CT
REALTOR

This seems like a very nice place. If I was in Grand Rapids, I would like to visit.

Jun 05, 2008 03:19 PM
Yvette Smith
LONG & FOSTER - Williamsburg, VA
Realtor In Williamsburg VA, Homes for Sale

Good morning Lola!

I haven't been to Michagan, but look forward to a vacation there in the future.  Thanks for sharing!

Jun 05, 2008 11:25 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Lola, The place looks lovely and your writing is just beautiful.  Thank you for showing us a bit of Michigan.

Jun 06, 2008 03:44 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Lola simplicity is what I like best.  It works best in life and in everything else.  Great message.

Jun 06, 2008 06:09 AM
Lola Audu
Lola Audu~Audu Real Estate~Grand Rapids, MI Real Estate - Grand Rapids, MI
Audu Real Estate~Grand Rapids, MI ~Welcome Home!

Gretchen...it was a beautiful weekend.  There were a number of couples at the inn celebrating anniversaries that day.

Yvette...The Cobblestone Manor was voted by readers of the Detroit Free Press as one of the best bed & breakfasts in Michigan.  I would agree...definitely worth checking out.

 Thanks for your comment Carole...

Amen, George.  Getting rid of distractions and excess baggage is worth it when the prize is peace & simplicity.

ILM...Thanks for stopping by.

Jun 06, 2008 10:14 AM
Terry & Bonnie Westbrook
Westbrook Realty Broker-Owner - Grand Rapids, MI
Westbrook Realty - Grand Rapids Forest Hills MI Re

I had not heard of this location we are blessed withso many beautiful places. Thanks for sharing

Jun 06, 2008 03:20 PM
Diane Aurit
LKN Realty, LLC - Mooresville, NC
Lake Norman Real Estate

Love your photos.  It looks like a lovely place to visit while in your beautiful area!

Jun 07, 2008 08:59 AM
Gary Bolen
McCall Realty - South Lake Tahoe, CA
CRS - Lake Tahoe Real Estate Information

Nice images... that very much support your point. Like that.

Hope you've been well,

cheers

Jun 08, 2008 07:19 AM
Lynn Johnson
Coldwell Banker Home Connection - Owatonna, MN
Owatonna, MN Real Estate

Lola - Thanks for sharing the photos.  What a great way to highlight a local destination.  It looks like a wonderful spot for any occasion.

Jun 08, 2008 04:10 PM
Russ Ravary ~ Metro Detroit Realtor call (248) 310-6239
Real Estate One - Commerce, MI
Michigan homes for sale ~ yesmyrealtor@gmail.com

Looks like a beautiful place I have never heard of it before today.  Have a great day.

Jun 09, 2008 01:36 PM
Dan Woodworth
The Connection - Garden City, ID
Encouraging Communicator

Hi Lola,

Simplicity is the key to living freely and lightlyJoy is found in simplicity! 

Jun 09, 2008 03:47 PM
Linda Scanlan
A Fan of AR - Burleson, TX

Lola, what a romantic place! That bathtub..I could really enjoy soaking my cares away there! Makes me want to visit Michigan.

Jun 10, 2008 01:37 PM