10 Reasons Why People In Michigan Should be Proud Of Their State

Sure, folks in other states have reasons to be proud, but there's something unique about the pride that comes out of Michigan. We've been through a lot here and we still persevere. No, the economy isn't always great. The weather can be trying. And some places are especially infamous. Still, we've got this resolve to survive that just won't quit and plenty of reasons to proud.

10) Cars

We can proudly say we built the American automotive industry with our hard work.

9) Hockey

We're not home to Hockeytown for nothing. Pictured here, Michigan hockey players in action.

8) Real seasons

While some regions of the country are always steaming hot, others consistantly dreary or eternally cold, Michigan has a mix of it all - sometimes in one day!

7) Pizza

Pizza, Michigan literally put fast pizza delivery on the map.

6) Water

Really, where else in the country can you say that your water is a source of pride. Pictured here, beautiful Lake Michigan.

5) And we are experts in driving in just about any condition

4) We know our state like the palm of our hand

3) We're really proud of our natural wonders

Such as Pictured Rocks at Lake Superior.

2) As well as our cities

Pictured here, the Belle Isle Bridge in the foreground, above the Detroit River, with the Detroit skyline in the background.

1) That Mitten

You gotta be proud of probably the most distinguishable state on the U.S. map. Here's that picture-perfect space shot.

These are just a few sources of Michigan pride. Tell us why you're proud of the Mitten State in the comments below!