Mississippi couldn’t have a more fitting slogan than, “Feels like coming home.” Anyone who’s left the state for an extended period of time and then returned can attest to that. They can also attest to the fact that it doesn’t take long to return to their southern roots and remember all of the things that actually make Mississippi home; here are 16 perfect examples.
- The authentic southern cooking.
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- Ice cold sweet tea.
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- The friendliest people you’ll ever meet.
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- And the most giving.
Jimmy Smith/Flickr According to the Catalogue of Philanthropy’s “Generosity Index,” Mississippi is the most charitable state.
- County fairs.
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- Some of the most amazing farmers markets.
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- Lots and lots of football.
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- The stunningly beautiful churches that fill the state.
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- Which are accompanied by the most amazing homes from the past.
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- Witnessing respect on a daily basis.
Leslie/Flickr Mississippians pull over for funeral processions and say “ma’am and sir” – these things are a rarities today.
- The sight of a beautiful Magnolia.
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- Relaxing on a porch swing.
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- Vast fields of cotton.
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- And cows.
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- Scenery that is too good to be true.
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- Peaceful drives down back roads.
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What are some other things that make Mississippi feel like home?
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According to the Catalogue of Philanthropy’s “Generosity Index,” Mississippi is the most charitable state.
Visit Mississippi/Flickr
Jason Taylor/Facebook
Regina Stevens-Whittington/Facebook
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Mississippians pull over for funeral processions and say “ma’am and sir” – these things are a rarities today.
Sara Goughenour
Emily Allen/Flickr
Roland Klose/Flickr
Gina Roland Dupree/Facebook
Sara Goughenour
Ryan Hollis
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