Hey, Lakeland. City Editor Rilee here. Care to join me on a fun challenge? Today, I’m giving you the power to determine my fate.

It’s not that dramatic, but I want you to help me build the perfect day in Swan City. Fill out this poll and I’ll do what you, as a collective audience, choose.

I'm already hungry. | Left photo by @rachel.bossard; right photo by LALtoday

Wake up and smell the...

Coffee
Donuts
Biscuits
Bagels

Head to work at...

A coffee shop
A coworking space
The Lakeland Public Library
Somewhere outdoors (weather permitting)

Today I’m writing...

How to keep your New Year's resolutions in Lakeland
What does the City Manager's department do?
Businesses opening in 2024

It's time for some movement — you decide. | Left image via @eys.lakeland; right image via @thebalanceculture

Sweat it out at...

The Balance Culture
Earn Your Stripes Lakeland
A public park
Yoga Pointe

Grab lunch...

In North Lakeland
In South Lakeland
Downtown
In Dixieland

Which activity should I do?

Tour the “Timeless Origins: The Art of Reynier Llanes” exhibit at Polk Museum of Art
Take a stroll around Lake Mirror's many sculptures

Head to __________ for happy hour.

Revival
Dissent Brewing
Terrace Grille
Swan Brewing

Is there something else you’d like to see me do on my perfect day? Drop your suggestions at the end of the poll. I can’t guarantee I can fit it in, but I promise I’ll try.