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WEEKEND IN PARADISE

Off-season in Paradise is truly paradise—quiet, peaceful, and perfect for slowing down. With no crowds or tourist buzz, it’s just you and nature. Loved exploring Whitefish Point, Tahquamenon Falls, and cozying up with cribbage, wine, and a homemade breakfast bake. Read on for a cozy, slow weekend in Paradise! 🌊

Frankenmuth, Michigan

Try a festive winter getaway to the Bavarian-inspired town of Frankenmuth. Stroll through Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland, the world’s largest Christmas store, and enjoy downtown surrounded by twinkling lights and unique shops. Of course, no trip to Frankenmuth would be complete without a famous chicken dinner at Bavarian Inn. 🎅🏻

keweenaw Winter Weekend

A wonderful winter weekend in the Keweenaw… staying at Fitzgeralds and enjoying the Lake Superior views and delicious meals, getting your photo by the snow thermometer, exploring Eagle River Falls & Arch Timber Bridge, Jacob’s Falls, Eagle Harbor Lighthouse, and the Mohawk Mining Company Stamp Mill. Read on for full details! ❄️

Hi there!
I’m Tieka (tee-kuh).

I’m the blogger behind Selective Potential!

 

Selective Potential is where I share all the little joys that make my life special—fashion, travel, and my adventures around the beautiful and charming Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Through a mix of personal style, travels, and everyday lifestyle, I hope to give you a peek into my world and inspire you on your own journey of embracing your potential.

 
 

My goal is to see all of the Michigan lighthouses…

 
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Weekend in Paradise
Weekend in Paradise

November in Paradise is truly paradise—quiet, peaceful, and perfect for slowing down. With no crowds or tourist buzz, it’s just you and nature. Bugsy and I spent a couple of days soaking it all in at Tahquamenon Lodging, catching a sunrise at Whitefish Point, exploring Tahquamenon Falls, and cozying up with cribbage, wine, The Twilight Zone, and breakfast bake. Read on for a slow November weekend in Paradise! 🌊

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Thomas Rock
Thomas Rock

Took a Friday night walk up Thomas Rock to soak in the last bits of fall color and got treated to a beautiful blush-pink sunset. Even with the leaves past peak, it was all kinds of moody and pretty. Layered up in my favorite flannel and hoodie combo, Carhartt beanie, and new Levi’s for a laid-back night in nature. October’s wrapping up fast—savoring these crisp evenings before the slower November vibes kick in!

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Mt. Marquette
Mt. Marquette

Marquette is in full peak fall color, and I couldn’t resist a golden hour trip to the top of Mt. Marquette—absolutely magical! 🍂 Trying to soak up every moment of October and autumn while it lasts. Also, I’ve been obsessed with these new wedgie-fit Levi’s and this crop bra tank under an oversized flannel lately. Perfect fall weekend vibes all around!

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Music

Mineral King — Threadbare
Letters to Lions — My Hair Is A Little Bit On Fire
Currently Loving on Spotify

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TV Shows

The Twilight Zone
New Girl
Nobody Wants This

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Movies

Klaus
Christmas Inheritance
The Family Man

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Food/Drink

Decaffeinated tea
Oats & Chocolate Bars
Recent Dining: Bavarian Inn

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Other

MQT XXXII
Cozy holiday season vibes 🎄
Brainstorming 2025 goals!

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Whitefish Point is always a favorite — especially in November. 🌊🍂 Moody vibes, untouched shores, and endless views of Lake Superior. 🩵 #WhitefishPoint #PureMichigan #LakeSuperiorViews
A pretty fall hike in Pictured Rocks ✨ Miners Falls ✔️ Miners Overlook ✔️ Munising Falls ✔️ #picturedrocks
Hiiii 👋 Still here, just took a quick break to dive into a cozy lil’ fall depression 😂🫠 Spent way too many hours playing Sims and hiding out in my apartment, but, like... thriving? Sort of? We’re back though, maybe! 🍂👻 #Mood
More fall views from the top of Mt. Marquette when we were in full peak! 🍂✨ (Just glad my car made it up here 😂)
The two views from the top of 510 Bridge are some of the best in autumn. 🍂
Chasing peak colors up at Lake of the Clouds 🌄🍂 Nothing like the Porcupine Mountains in fall... the views, the colors, that golden hour glow! Couldn’t have asked for a more perfect autumn adventure.