Well, as you all know, Matthew and I work together and he somehow managed to rearrange our schedules at work on a holiday weekend, Labor Day. After we got out of work, he surprised me and said that he was taking me home and that we were going to attend the annual Labor Day Mackinac Bridge Walk. I was so excited to be able to go home and see my family and for him to experience the Mackinac Bridge Walk seeing as he had never done it before.
We got up early Monday, Sepetember 3, 2012 so my Dad could drive us over the Mackinac Bridge to St. Ignace where the Bridge Walk begins. We were standing there among thousands and thousands of people waiting for the Walk to begin. Then, we were off around 7a.m. Little did I know what was going to happen shortly after we began our walk. At approximately mid-span of the bridge (2.5 miles into the walk), Matthew dropped to the ground and clenched his right knee stating that he hurt himself and was wincing in pain. My first thought was that we still have 2.5 miles left to go, and "how am I going to get him the rest of the way across the Bridge?!" Then over my right shoulder, a lady stepped out with a camera and a press badge around her neck. I immediately turned around and stepped between her and Matthew stating, "No, pictures! You can't take his picture!" Here I was thinking that she was going to put his picture in the newpaper stating, "This clown gets hurt WALKING the Bridge!" Lol.
Suddenly, Matthew grabs my left hand and turns me around, and he was holding a ring. I was so confused that I glanced from him to the reporter, back to Matthew, back to the reporter, etc. Once, I realized what was going on, I started to cry. I'm not going to lie, I had NO idea what he said at that point, but I remember asking him, "Are you sure?!" and then saying "YES!!!"
It was the most amazing, special, and meaningful experience ever! The fact that Matthew took me home to do something so special just shows how amazing he is! This was WAY better than I ever could have imagined.
As Matthew says, "Our hearts are bridged by the Mighty Mac!" :) |
The Lakeside Chapel
12415 Pardee Rd.
Taylor, Mi 48180
The Little Wedding Chapel in Heritage Park is positioned on a 380 acre property next to Coan Lake. The sprawling property is beautifully stitched together by winding gas lit pathways, a covered bridge, lavish seasonal gardens, and relaxing park benches to saver the experience. Outdoor photo opportunities are simply spectacular!
Constructed in 1882, historic West Mound Church was the house of worship for Methodists for some 60 years. Nearly 120 years later, this historic monument was carefully transported and painstakingly restored in The City of Taylor’s Heritage Park located at 12415 Pardee Rd.
A grand, natural wooden staircase ascends to the large porch. Guests enter into the foyer through double oak doors where they are greeted by your ushers and escorted through stained glass French doors. The chapel is adorned with 22 ten-foot pews accommodating as many as 150 guests or as few guests as desired. The altar wall and furniture are solid cherry, complimenting a black walnut lectern carved with leaf motif accents available for readers, soloists, and ministers. Modern necessities such as a digital piano, central air-conditioning and a side wing complete with an elevator for handicapped accessibility.
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Stone Creek Banquet Hall, One Maguire St, Flat Rock, MI 48134
Experience the natural style and elegance in the beautifully appointed banquet.
View the scenic backdrop from our floor to ceiling picture windows of abundant woodland trees, protected wetlands and regional wildlife.
The private driveway leading to the banquet hall has hidden bridges, pathways, and creeks with many picturesque areas for photo backdrop possibilities.
Step outside onto our adjoining Banquet terrace or leisurely stroll the grounds to a perfect location for an airy outdoor wedding ceremony.
Our non-smoking facility has over 7,300 square feet of banquet space that can accommodate wedding receptions.
The Banquet Hall has its own exterior entranceway with handicap accessibility.
Directions
From Telegraph Road
Take Telegraph Road to Gibraltar Road. (There is a 5/3 bank on thecorner of Telegraph and Gibraltar). Drive East on Gibraltar Road 2.8miles. Turn right onto Commerce Drive. Turn left onto Maguire Street.
From I-75 Freeway
Take I-75 to Exit 29 (Flat Rock). Drive West on Gibraltar road for lessthan 1/4 of a mile. Turn left onto Commerce Drive. Turn left onto Maguire.
From I-275 Freeway
Take I-275 to Exit 8 (Will Carleton Road). Drive East on Will CarletonRoad for 4.5 miles until Will Carleton ends. Turn left onto TelegraphRoad. Turn right onto Gibraltar Road (there is a 5/3 bank on thecorner of Telegraph and Gibraltar). Drive East on Gibraltar Road 2.8 miles. Turn right onto Commerce Drive. Turn left onto Maguire Street.
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