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10 Must-Visit Places In Michigan

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10. MARQUETTE

On the banks of Lake Superior in the upper peninsula, this city is brimming with events and activities. Travel to Presque Isle Park, South Beach Park, McCarty's Cove, Tourist Park, Lakeview Arena the Superior Dome, or the Maritime Museum. Biking, hiking, fishing, they have it here in abundance.

9. BAY CITY

Well known for its Firework Festival and Appledore Tall Ships, this city has much to offer. Come to the River Roar, River of Time reenactment, Studio 23, St Stan's Polish Festival, Hell's Half Mile Music Festival and lots more.

8. MUSKEGON

This town is right on the wonderful waters of Lake Michigan. This is the home to Michigan Adventures, Sand Dunes, and the Pere Marquette Beach. It also has the Blue Lakes Fine Arts Camp, Art Fair, Summer Celebration, Rockstock, Bike Time, Irish Music Festival, Film Festival, Moose Fest, Polish Festival, and USS Silversides Submarine Museum.

7. PORT HURON

See the majesty and history of Lake Huron. Walk the shores of the beach or visit The Port Huron Museum, Huron Lightship, Fort Gratiot Lighthouse and Great Lakes Maritime Center.

6. DETROIT

This fast paced city is full of culture and adventures to be had. Sports lovers can watch the Lions, Tigers or Red Wings. Music lovers can go to the Fox Theater, Detroit Opera house, DTE Energy Music Theater or The Palace of Auburn Hills. Families would love the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Park. Visit Greektown or the Eastern market to see the different aspects of this diverse city. There is always something happening here like the Electronic Music Festival, Concert of Colors, Winter Blast, Dream Cruise and much more.

5. ANN ARBOR

Home of the University of Michigan Wolverines, Ann Arbor is a college town through and through. Go to the Hands on Museum or listen to the Symphony Orchestra. Don't forget about the Art Fairs, Film Festival, and Hash Bash. There is truly something for everyone here.

4. FRANKENMUTH

This adorable town is the home of the biggest Christmas Store ever: Bronner's Christmas Wonderland. Eat at Zehnder's or the Bavarian Inn. Have a drink at the Brewery. Go on a wine and chocolate cruise or take a ride in a horse drawn carriage. Come visit during Snowfest, Oktoberfest or the Bavarian Festival for an extra thrill.

3. LANSING

The state's capital is host to many entertaining things. Visit old town, the Red Cedar River, local farmer's markets or the Potter Park Zoo. Lansing hosts several events including Michigan Pride, Silver Bells in the Electric City Light Parade, JazzFest, Old Town Bluesfest and the Common Ground Festival. East Lansing is right next door too, home to the Michigan State Spartans and the Wharton Center.

2. TRAVERSE CITY

This city if the largest producer of tart cherries in the US. Anything cherry themed here they have it including hosting the National Cherry Festival. Check out Grand Traverse Bay, The Traverse City State Park or one of the many wineries found here.

1. MACKINAC ISLAND

Take a ferry to this National Historic landmark and step into the past. Walking, biking, horseback riding, and horse-drawn carriages are the way to get around this island since no motor vehicles are allowed. Visit the Grand Hotel, Fort Mackinac or go shopping in historic downtown and sample the iconic fudge.

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1. You feel like an elder.

2. You may feel lonely.

3. Senioritis is more real than ever.

4. You may feel a little down sometimes.

5. Fear of missing out won't be as real.

6. You are a college pro.

7. You'll have more free time.

8. You're happy you're still in school.

9. You feel like a guru.

10. You continue to grow.

"I don't want to do things. I want to do not things."

1. When your advisor tells you that you should declare a major soon.

2. Seeing the lost and confused freshmen and remembering that was you a short year ago, and now being grateful you know the ins and outs of the campus.

3. Going to the involvement fair to sign up for more clubs knowing that you are already too involved.

4. When you actually do the reading required for the first class.

5. Seeing your friends for the first time since last semester.

6. When you're already drowning in homework during syllabus week.

7. Realizing you don't have the same excitement for classes as you did as a freshman.

8. Going home and seeing people from high school gets weirder the older you get.

9. You've already established your de-stress routine.

10. Wondering where all the new freshman came from.

11. But ultimately being glad that you have a lot more knowledge than you did a year ago.

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Moms are super heroes dressed in yesterday's clothing and they deserve an award for that.

1. For all of the endless hugs and kisses you always seem to smother me in.

2. For teaching me how to cuddle and being the best cuddle buddy still to this day.

3. For teaching me some of the best "mom dance moves"

4. For pushing through all of the sleepless nights and still being super mom.

5. For not killing me every time you found me cutting my own bangs.

6. For showing me all the classics and helping me develop a good taste in movies.

7. And for watching the ridiculous reality TV shows with me because no one else will.

8. For helping me with all of that awful homework that even you couldn't understand.

9 For giving us a taste of our own medicine when we needed it.

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11. For spoiling me as a little girl but making me do chores as I got older. I now understand the point of having a clean house.

12. For being the best host to all of the weird friends I would bring over.

13. And for standing up for me when those weird friends stabbed me in the back.

14. For listening when I needed to vent and always giving the best advice possible.

15. For being the absolute best cook. No arguments there.

16. For answering every single phone call and the millions of questions that I always have.

17. For letting me form my own identity and encouraging me along the way.

18. For going on shopping dates with me and always telling me your honest opinion.

19. For rolling the windows down and singing along to the music with me.

20. And for being the best mom possible. I love you!

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