Friday, August 24, 2007

Fall in Michigan (and other lovely thoughts)

You have heard (read) me whine occasionally about living in this tiny Michigan village. Some of you may have even commiserated with my 60 mile round trip for a market or 90 miles to a small mall for school shopping. But, when the dust settles and I see leaves turning that little touch of red, my sometimes harsh opinion of Kaleva is softened, if only for a season.

We, the citizens of Kaleva do have essential bragging rights for "the bottle house" which was touted in Michigan Living as lovely and unique to Kaleva, Michigan. One of our two restaurants was included in Michigan Food, but I don't remember what menu item it could've been talking about. We may not have a grocery store, but our main business district boasts an Art Gallery stocked with amazing works of local artists which is located kiddy corner from our Bank and post office. This particular bank is famous for being one of the banks selected by the infamous Bonnie & Clyde during their heyday.

I just thought you should know that Kaleva, Michigan has it's rightful place in the grander scheme of things - and in the meantime - we're still here admiring the little bit of red in the leaves as they head toward fall.


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