13 Things All Mississippians Have Done

Think simply residing in the Magnolia State is enough to make you a Mississippian? Well, technically, it is. But to really be considered official, there are certain things you just have to do; here are 13 of them.

Master the art of avoiding whatever animal runs out in front of your vehicle.

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Learn to navigate “back roads” (especially at night) as if you’re a professional driver.

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Choose a side: MSU or Ole Miss.

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Have the strength to survive a vicious attack…by fire ants or pesky mosquitoes.

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Add more fried food to your diet.

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Learn to make sweet tea.

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Attend a state fair or festival.

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Make it through at least one intense Mississippi summer.

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Which means, finding a great swimming spot is necessary.

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Dine at an amazing restaurant that’s hidden in a small town.

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Spend an afternoon at a crawfish or shrimp boil.

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Indulge on some famous Mississippi barbecue.

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Remove a snake, raccoon, bird, or some other unwanted critter from your home. (I can personally attest to this one.)

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Have you done everything on this list? What else would you add?