Bah! To the Grosse Pointe Blues
Yesterday the New York Times ran an article in the Style section about Grosse Pointe, entitled Grosse Pointe Blues.
The good ‘ole days
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The article detailed how far my neighborhood has fallen since the good ‘ole days when Muffy and her husband, Biff spent their days tossing back highballs at the club and ordering the servants about. Sigh.
Now our houses are worthless and the clubs will let anyone in – even the riff-raff (I guess that’s me).
Grosse Pointe sits on Lake St. Clair. Squint and you’ll see Canada.
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While it’s true that we’re all suffering from lower housing values, we still live in a beautiful neck of the woods. It’s a real, old-fashioned community where kids ride their bikes to the public schools, which are actually good.
Let’s take a peek at Grosse Pointe. Maybe we’ll see Muffy slumming it at Farm’s Pier (the local, free swimming pool).
Enjoy the free pool and clubhouse!
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Got a boat? Park it here at The Farms’ Pier. There are five Grosse Pointes – each with their own swim & tennis club.
Three car garage!
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There are plenty of large piles to decorate in Grosse Pointe. But no one ever buys anything here. I guess that includes houses. Get these while they’re hot.
More Grosse Pointe loveliness after the jump.
One of my favorites.
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I drive by this house every day. It’s even more beautiful when the roses are in bloom. We have lots of nice shops, such as…
The Gelato Caf?©
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The Gelato Caf?©. They serve things I’m trying not to eat. It’s right next to…
Fresh Farm’s Market – good pizza
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The Farm’s Market, where you can get a house charge. They know everyone by name and, best of all, they deliver.
It’s right across the street from…
Standing by St Clair’s blue waters stands our tower bold – sing along!
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Grosse Pointe High School. It’s a great school, it’s public, and it has a new natatorium. Don’t forget that….
The cutest house ever
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Pointe welcomes everyone these days. Muffy may still be doddering around. But you’ll find something for everyone here. And a welcoming smile on everyone’s face.
How are things in your neighborhood? Are half the houses for sale for half the price? Alane, what are your thoughts?
images: NT times and Jennifer Mitchell for Design Hole
4 Responses to “Bah! To the Grosse Pointe Blues”
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Posted by Jennifer on May 12th, 2009 at 10:22 am
I was going to say I’m happy we’re not the only ones, but then… that’s not nice! Where is our global fairy godmother when we need her? I guess she’s working with mother nature to save the planet or something. Oh well.
Off topic – Alane is in my book club – we’re reading Losing Mum and Pup, by Christopher Buckley. I’m 1/4 of the way through. It’s a great read. Here’s a link if you want to check it out.
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Posted by Joe Posch on May 13th, 2009 at 4:11 pm
Grosse Pointe *South* High School.
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Posted by Jennifer on May 13th, 2009 at 4:32 pm
Oh, okaaaay. To set the record straight, there are 2 high schools. GP South is the original. GP North is the new one. But it’s ugly.
Are you checking up on me – reading your blog, while I should be working! – Yes I saw the article – no news there – I was just in GP East, Greenwich, CT and I think we are faring ok- they have further to drop – EVERYTHING is for sale there and public schools, parks not as nice as ours. We still have lots to be thankful for, like my job which I better get back to – see ya at book club! Speaking of CT…