#MiReason Blog
There are millions of reasons to love living in West Michigan. That’s why we want to share first-hand experiences of what it’s like to live, work, and play in West Michigan. Relocating or new in town? Discover why thousands of people have relocated to the region.
If you’re currently in West Michigan loving life and would like to write a guest blog post, contact Rachel Gray at grayr@hellowestmichigan.com.
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Spending Fall with a Furry Friend
The red, yellow, and orange colors of the fall season are finally starting to make an appearance. With the beginning of Autumn comes football games, hayrides, and visiting your favorite apple orchard with friends, family, and sometimes a pet. In [...]
Chelsea F.
Though she grew up in Ohio and went to college there, Chelsea was no stranger to West Michigan. The region was a frequent vacation spot for her family, and now, she’s made it her home. After deciding West Michigan was [...]
Warming Up During the Winter Months
Photograph courtesy of Catch Air Although the winter months can be pretty in West Michigan, sometimes they can get a little long. Going outside always an option, but sometimes the layers and subsequent wet mittens can get exhausting. [...]
A Day with the Kids
My husband and I have two boys, ages 3 and 1. While some days we would like to sit around and relax, we know that’s pretty impossible with both of them! They are often on the move and always ready for [...]
Lindsey B.
If someone would have told Lindsey 15 years ago that she would eventually buy a house minutes away from her parents and send her kids to the same school she went to, she would have called you crazy. But here [...]
5 Things to do in West Michigan on a Snowy Day
The winter flurries are headed our way, but that doesn’t mean you have to stay huddled indoors all season. West Michigan has an abundance of winter wonderland activities that are perfect for families or anyone looking to get out of [...]
Justine B.
Vacation and family. Those were two reasons Justine came to visit West Michigan while growing up on the east side of the state, but living here wasn’t in her college plan. Though everyone in her immediate family went to Aquinas [...]
3 Things to do Thanksgiving Week in West Michigan
Whether you’re coming back to West Michigan for the holidays or already live in the region, there are lots of things to do Thanksgiving week (other than eat turkey). Coming back to the area and need a job? Need to [...]
