21 Ways Mississippi Is America's Black Sheep... And We Love It That Way
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Here in Mississippi, we’ve got our own way of doing things. Others may not understand our methods but that’s quite alright because we’re perfectly content with the way things are. Not sure exactly what we’re referring to? Don’t think Mississippians do anything that outsiders would consider strange or unusual? Take a look at the list below and you’ll quickly realize that Mississippi is America’s black sheep and it’s exactly what makes the state so amazing!
With fairs as great as ours, it'd be wrong to not close the schools.
Although not legally obligated, it’s a common practice in Mississippi to pull over for funeral processions.
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There’s nothing like some cornbread soaked in a glass of cold milk.
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But the bottle MUST be glass. Hey, we have our standards.
And we all know the best ones come from roadside vendors.
Look in most Mississippians' refrigerators, and you’re bound to find a Cool Whip or Country Crock container filled with leftovers.
Here in Mississippi, the only wine you need is the "house wine of the south," otherwise known as sweet tea.
Not only does it make a ‘mater and mayo sandwich, but it goes great on butter beans, bananas, tomatoes, and pear salad - just to name a few.
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After you get used to overstuffed po’boys, regular sandwiches just won’t cut it.
Is a French fry po’boy not the best invention ever?
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Until you’ve tasted the sweetness of a honeysuckle or juiciness of a blackberry, you can’t judge.
Cabbage and black-eyed peas, anyone?
Sausage, tomato, chocolate – we like gravy and we like options.
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"Soda" and "pop" just don't exist here.
Hey, when you come from a state known for producing catfish and the Gulf of Mexico forms one of your borders, you tend to get a little spoiled in the seafood department.
Our tamales are so good, they have an entire culinary trail dedicated to them.
Here, words like "please, thank you, ma’am, and sir" are expected.
We have our own way of doing things in Mississippi, and that includes talkin’.
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This expression is used so often, it could easily be the state slogan.
When the temperature starts rising, there’s nothing like cooling off at a local swimming hole.
The unique pairing is a classic and a must-try!
Black sheep or not, you have to admit Mississippi is overall a great place to live.
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