You never appreciate what you have until it’s gone – or until you’ve moved somewhere else. Iowa has so much to offer, and we take it for granted. It really is the best state, and when you move away from this place, you start to miss everything about it. Here are 18 things people miss the most when they leave Iowa:
- The people. They are the nicest and friendliest ones you’ll ever meet.
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- The wide open land, where there is plenty of space to breathe.
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- The incredible, natural beauty that covers the entire state.
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- The low crime rate, and knowing how safe you are.
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- Not having to deal with a lot of traffic, with the exception of a few major roads, of course.
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- The magnificent and colorful springs.
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- The warm and sunny summer months.
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- The bright, crisp fall days.
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- And the peaceful, snowy afternoons.
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- Not to mention the amazing state parks.
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- And the small town charm.
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- Or the tight-knit communities that come with them.
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- And there’s nothing like an Iowa sunrise to start the day.
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- Or ending the day by watching the sun set on a gravel road.
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- Plus, without all the skyscrapers and city lights, you can get a great view of the stars.
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- And if you don’t miss anything else, you miss these.
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- And these.
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- But what’s not to miss about Iowa? It’s truly the best place to call home.
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Have you made the mistake of moving away from Iowa?! What are some things you miss most?
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Louis/Flickr
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