There are a few things about your day that make it especially relevant to Michigan living. Let’s face it – we’re surrounded by so much beauty, both natural and man-made, that we can’t help but be influenced by this great state in our daily lives.

Here, we’ve come up with what could very easily be your typical day in Michigan.

Have a look.

1. Wake up extra early and head to the nearest lake to catch the sunrise.
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2. Peruse the news for a moment, but not for too long. Michigan stories can be downright disturbing.
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3. Hit your local farmers market.
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Pictured here, Eastern Market.
4. There, you can pick up a bushel of Michigan cherries, or really whatever is in season, for some fresh produce that you'll use for breakfast, lunch, and probably dinner.
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5. Make sure you have a change of clothes... You never know how the weather will turn out.
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6. No matter what part of the state you're in, you're likely not far from a hiking trail. So get to one extra early to beat the crowds.
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Pictured here, Pyramid Point Trail at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
7. For lunch, you can't go wrong with one of our famous Michigan dishes. Grab a pasty...
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Or Coney...
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Maybe a slice of Detroit square pizza.
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8. Next, you'll want to hit one of our Michigan landmarks to take in a bit of culture.
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Pictured here, Greenfield Village in Dearborn. Created by Henry Ford, this 83-acre space showcases some of our greatest historical figures and monuments.
9. And maybe you'll have a little shopping to do in the afternoon.
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10. And then take a stroll by the beach.
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11. And then you're in for a spectacular sunset.
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Sunset in Pittsfield Township.
12. Followed by dinner at one of Michigan's many famous Middle Eastern restaurants.
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Pictured here, Al Ameer Restaurant in Dearborn, recent James Beard Award winner.
13. And last, finish off your day with a scrumptious piece of Sanders Bumpy Cake.
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Sound about right? Obviously, geography plays a big role in this, but in general, would you agree? What are some other things that make for a truly Michigan kind of day?

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