You can leave Mississippi, but Mississippi won’t leave you! No matter how far you go or where you are, there are certain things that will remind you of home sweet Mississippi. Wondering what exactly we mean? We thought so, which is why we came up with 10 things that will always make you think of the Magnolia State, regardless of where you are.
- Mississippi Mud Pie
cyclonebill/Flickr How could you not think of the Magnolia State when dining on its namesake dessert?!
- Fresh Cut Grass
Pearl Pirie/Flickr Nothing says Mississippi quite like the aroma of fresh cut grass. One sniff, and you’ll immediately be transported home.
- Hospitality
Caspar Diederik/Flickr When you leave Mississippi, you quickly learn the state is worthy of its nickname, the Hospitality State. Kindness is hard to come by in other parts of the world, so when you do find a friendly face or warm smile, you’re sure to feel relieved…and a bit homesick.
- Leisurely Drives
Whatknot/Flickr Leisurely drives are synonymous with Mississippi. Between the state’s slower pace of life and abundance of back roads, it’s practically the official pastime.
- Porch Swings
Ryan McFarland/Flickr A staple in most Mississippians’ homes, porch swings often serve as a gathering place, where lifelong memories are made. As soon as you climb on one, the memories of home are sure to start flowing.
- Star-Filled Skies
Tom Gill/Flickr Lots of rural lands and minimal light pollution mean that Mississippians are treated to nightly celestial displays – and no matter where you go, you can look up at the same sky (albeit, the views might not be as good).
- Cow Pastures
Charlotte Smith Hamrick/Flickr Most Mississippians encounter rolling pastures with grazing cattle on a daily basis, which is why a cow, sprawling field, or both are sure to stir up some Mississippi memories.
- Magnolias
J E Theriot/Flickr The magnolia is the state flower and the state tree. It also inspired the state’s nickname, the Magnolia State. Need we say more?
- Sweet Tea
Via Tsuji/Flickr If Mississippi had an official state drink, it would undoubtedly be sweet tea. There is absolutely NO WAY you could see, smell, or taste sweet tea and not think of Mississippi. It’s literally impossible.
- Soul Food
Jennifer Woodard Maderaz/Flickr If you’re from Mississippi, not much else will make you think of home faster than homemade soul food.
So, what do you think? If you were away, would these things make you think of Mississippi? What else would you add to this list? Tell us!
cyclonebill/Flickr
How could you not think of the Magnolia State when dining on its namesake dessert?!
Pearl Pirie/Flickr
Nothing says Mississippi quite like the aroma of fresh cut grass. One sniff, and you’ll immediately be transported home.
Caspar Diederik/Flickr
When you leave Mississippi, you quickly learn the state is worthy of its nickname, the Hospitality State. Kindness is hard to come by in other parts of the world, so when you do find a friendly face or warm smile, you’re sure to feel relieved…and a bit homesick.
Whatknot/Flickr
Leisurely drives are synonymous with Mississippi. Between the state’s slower pace of life and abundance of back roads, it’s practically the official pastime.
Ryan McFarland/Flickr
A staple in most Mississippians’ homes, porch swings often serve as a gathering place, where lifelong memories are made. As soon as you climb on one, the memories of home are sure to start flowing.
Tom Gill/Flickr
Lots of rural lands and minimal light pollution mean that Mississippians are treated to nightly celestial displays – and no matter where you go, you can look up at the same sky (albeit, the views might not be as good).
Charlotte Smith Hamrick/Flickr
Most Mississippians encounter rolling pastures with grazing cattle on a daily basis, which is why a cow, sprawling field, or both are sure to stir up some Mississippi memories.
J E Theriot/Flickr
The magnolia is the state flower and the state tree. It also inspired the state’s nickname, the Magnolia State. Need we say more?
Via Tsuji/Flickr
If Mississippi had an official state drink, it would undoubtedly be sweet tea. There is absolutely NO WAY you could see, smell, or taste sweet tea and not think of Mississippi. It’s literally impossible.
Jennifer Woodard Maderaz/Flickr
If you’re from Mississippi, not much else will make you think of home faster than homemade soul food.
There’s no denying it. There’s a lot to love about Mississippi! And if you still need more convincing, click here for things you thought you’d always hate about Mississippi, but have learned to love.
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