20 Reasons We Are Thankful For Living In Mississippi
By Daniella DiRienzo|Published November 26, 2015
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for more than 30 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as the Mississippi-based Parents & Kids Magazine. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
Happy Thanksgiving, y’all! The day of family and feasting has finally arrived. And aside from all the out-of-this-world food, there’s plenty to be grateful for. So in the spirit of the holiday, it seemed like the perfect time to focus on the many reasons we have to be thankful for living in Mississippi. Ready to count your blessings? Here are 20 reasons to give thanks for residing in the Hospitality State.
1. Life moves at a slower pace, which means there’s more time to enjoy it.
5. From a low rate of violent crime to communities that ban together and look out for one another, the feeling of safety that comes along with living in Mississippi is irreplaceable.
6. According to the Catalogue of Philanthropy's “Generosity Index,” Mississippi is the most charitable state. How could we not be thankful for living in a place filled with kind-hearted, generous people?
7. And those charitable donations probably have a lot to do with the fact that religion plays a huge role in the state – something which shouldn’t be taken for granted.
8. Without ever leaving the state, we can experience everything from the Hills regions in the northeast to the sandy shores of the Gulf Coast in the south.
9. From family reunions to family businesses, Mississippi clans have strong bonds and actually make time for one another – a quality that is a refreshing sight in this day and age.
10. Living in Mississippi means many of us get to enjoy the best of both worlds – rural life and access to “big city” amenities, like great entertainment and renowned restaurants.
12. From burgeoning music, literary, and art scenes to producing talents such as Tennessee Williams and James Earl Jones, Mississippi is a great place to get those creative juices flowing.
15. From fishing and hunting to camping and hiking, we are so lucky to have access to wide open spaces, which, for many of us, is right outside the front door.
16. People treating each other with common courtesy and respect may seem like a foreign concept to some but luckily, it’s a reality here in Mississippi.
18. From historic homes to battlefields, Mississippi has made extensive efforts to preserve the state's history, giving residents a one-of-a-kind pass to yesteryear.
19. Most of us live in a small town, which means a life of knowing everybody, community events, and lifelong friendships – can you imagine it any other way?
