Thinking about moving but not sure if the Magnolia State is the place for you? Or, maybe you already live in the state and are wondering if you truly belong? Well, wonder no more! Here are some surefire signs that Mississippi is the place for you.
- You can handle extremely hot weather accompanied by A LOT of humidity.
sandierpastures.com
- You don’t mind the fact that you will most likely never have a white Christmas.
CJ/Flickr
- And while we’re talking about weather, the thought of a hurricane doesn’t scare you. Well, maybe just a little, but you’re not going to let it stop you from living life.
key lime pie yumyum/Flickr
- You LOVE the outdoors.
Visit Mississippi/Flickr
- You’re not afraid to battle bugs…a lot of them. From giant mosquitoes to pesky “love bugs,” insects are just a part of living in Mississippi.
Towboat Garage/Flickr
- You can’t get enough seafood.
Fuzzy Gerdes/Flickr
- Or hot tamales.
Lucianvenutian/Flickr
- You’re into the arts. From the Blues and Literary Trails to several galleries and studios, the state has so much to offer art enthusiasts.
Jimmy Emerson DVM/Flickr
- You like keeping your money in your wallet, which is likely in Mississippi since the state has a low cost of living.
practicalpedal.com
- You like being able to trust your neighbors and the feeling of safety that comes along with it.
alborzshawn/Flickr
- You’re not afraid of a little hard work.
Jimmy Smith/Flickr
- You love diverse surroundings. Mississippi’s terrain includes a coastline, a delta, the piney woods, and the northern hills – four completely different worlds.
Dominik “Dome”/Flickr
- You’re ready to feel the spirit. Over half of the population considers themselves “very religious” and this is the Bible Belt after all, so it’s safe to say that religion is a huge part of life in Mississippi.
Natalie Maynor/Flickr
What are some other signs that you should be calling the great state of Mississippi home? Tell us in the comments section below.
sandierpastures.com
CJ/Flickr
key lime pie yumyum/Flickr
Visit Mississippi/Flickr
Towboat Garage/Flickr
Fuzzy Gerdes/Flickr
Lucianvenutian/Flickr
Jimmy Emerson DVM/Flickr
practicalpedal.com
alborzshawn/Flickr
Jimmy Smith/Flickr
Dominik “Dome”/Flickr
Natalie Maynor/Flickr
OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article.