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Serious chocolate lovers have a way of finding each other. Until I met Kathy, I thought I was a serious chocolate lover, but as she began to describe a velvet, delectable, svelte quality of a brand of chocolates that I had no familiarity with, I knew that her love affair was in an entirely different league. But I was fascinated.
Fresh out of college, my idea of a splurge was a Snickers bar a day, a 40 cent habit which was the limit of what I could afford. My desire was fueled by the tantalizing enticement of sampling the best!
Kathy was describing chocolate bars that were the epitome of luxury and on which she spent a couple of dollars. She said the name of the company was Godiva and if I was serious about tasting some really good chocolate, I had to try them.
Well, once I started making some money, I did. I think Kathy's description was more delicious than my tasting experience, but I'll never forget the association that she enmeshed into my psyche.
Many factors contribute to creating a quality box of chocolates & this is not entirely unlike what creates the fascination and enchantment in a real estate transaction. Texture, taste, aesthetics & stylish presentation are all elements that mold themselves into a ravishing display when a box of chocolates sheds its wrapping to reveal its contents. I anticipate the intriguing design elements that make each piece an epicurean delight. Quality is not necessarily quantifiable, but I know when I've tasted it even if I have difficulty in adequately describing it.
Like the sequestered selections in an elegant box of chocolates, each client interaction is a succinct opportunity to uncover differences in personality, needs & desires. I approach each transaction with a lot of curiosity & a little trepidation. My endless fascination is fueled by the fact that this will be a unique opportunity; not unlike the dissimilarities in two different pieces of chocolate within an assortment.
Will my choice deliver what I am anticipating? Will the unveiling of dreams & hopes surpass our suppressed expectations? Every interaction reveals a little more of what's hidden in the interior. It's the process of tasting that unearths the exquisite riches of a creamy milky core or succeeds in revealing the unexpected jarring of a hard core nut. This is not completely unlike the peculiar verities of a real estate transaction, is it?
Lola Audu, is the Designated Broker & Owner of Audu Real Estate. Our company specializes in helping people buy and sell homes in the greater Grand Rapids, West Michigan area. We've had the privilege of helping hundreds of clients succeed in their goals of purchasing and selling property including demonstrated success in the negotiation of Short Sale Transactions. You can contact us via e-mail @ info@auduhomes.com or by phone at 616-791-0511.
Tomorrow i am going to start my morning by being a Fabulous box of chocolate.
Lola- Mmm. Chocolate. I like the analogy! But Tim's comment about chocolate covered nuts cracked me up!
Off I go to eat my Dove Sugar Free mint truffle. Darn sugar allergy!
Great post!
you're a brilliant writter
As a chocoholic I loved your post, Lola. What a great way to meld real estate and my favorite thing to eat. I have a batch of very think gooey brownies that are calling my name right now. Want to try some unusual but terrific chocolate? Check out Vosges.
Great post, fun to read, and a good analogy. Here's to more chocolate in our lives, for those fortunate to like it and not have any allergies to it.
Jeff
Lola,
WOW! I was snacking on my sugar-free pudding as I was reading your post. LOL! I was captivated! I enjoyed, Thanks
Cute post.
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Tim, You are too funny! Thanks for your comment. :)
Dena, Thanks for stopping by. What delicious names for your dogs...I'm continually re-inventing the real estate experience for myself...it prevents boredom. I'm glad you enjoyed the post. Thank you.
Eloise, I hope you treated yourself to some chocolate today...perhaps Godiva? Thanks for stopping by & commenting. You're stirring up ideas here..."A writer posing as a Realtor"...now 60 Minutes would have a field day with that, wouldn't they? If they had written from that perspective, we may have ad a more balanced portrayal of profession! :)
Deb,...I had the same reaction to Tim's comment!
Cyndee, I hope you got some chocolate today! :)
Natalie, Thanks for your comment.
Joan, Thanks for the recommendation. I had not heard of Sees! I don't think they have them here in Michigan, but I'll be on the look-out! For years we've handed out Godiva chocolates at our closings for homes we've listed. It's usually been very appreciated.
Oh boy Jeff,I think I'm about to engage in a New Dimension of this affair with chocolate! Thanks for the link! Those brownies sound scrumptious... Thanks for stopping by & commenting.
Suzanne, you display true discipline...Sugar Free pudding, (I'm guessing it may have been chocolate flavored :) Anyway, thanks for stopping by.
Vickie, Thanks for your comment
Bob & Carolin, I appreciate your reading & commenting.
Gary, Thanks for stopping by. Appreciate your comment.
Diane, Thank you. Writing blog posts has been excellent training in Creative Writing.