Sure, there are some qualities that pretty much all Mississippians have in common. Like their kindness and all around awesomeness, for example. But Mississippi is filled with people who are just as diverse as the state’s terrain. So if you want to know just who exactly you’ll meet in the Magnolia State, read on for the different types of people who reside in one of the greatest states in the country.
- The Lifer
timheuer/Flickr You know the type; someone lucky enough to have lived in the Hospitality State since birth.
- The Transplant
Chris Waits/Flickr A tourist turning into a lifelong resident seems to be a common theme here in Mississippi.
- The Southern Belle
Roger Smith/Flickr No, we’re not talking about women who go around dressed like Scarlett O’Hara. The southern belles of today are women who were born in the south and exhibit nothing but class and manners.
- The Oil Rig Worker
officerofthewatch.com If you’ve lived in Mississippi long enough then you’ve definitely encountered an oil rig worker or, at the very least, have met the family member of someone who works offshore.
- The Farmer
Jimmy Smith/Flickr The agriculture industry is a huge part of Mississippi, so it only makes sense that the state is home to a number of farmers. And if you’ve never seen one yourself, it’s probably because they’re up at the crack of dawn while you’re still in your comfy bed.
- The Cowboy
Roger Smith/Flickr Let’s face it; the rodeo is a big deal here in Mississippi, and with that comes the modern day version of real-life cowboys.
- The State Fan
Frank/Flickr Chances are you’ve either attended Mississippi State University, have a relative that went there, or, you just like the team. Whatever the reason, the state is filled with Bulldog fans.
- The Ole Miss Fan
Ken Lund/Flickr And if you’re not a fan of Mississippi State University then you’re probably a fan of Ole Miss. You rebel, you (pun intended).
- The Southern Fan
southernmiss.com And while we’re talking about college football, I have to mention the University of Southern Mississippi. There may not be as many fans chanting “Southern Miss to the Top” but they are out there.
- The Music Buff
midwestnerd/Flickr As the birthplace of both the Blues and Elvis, Mississippi has a rich musical heritage to say the least. And with that comes music lovers from around the world.
- The Hunter
Jimmy Smith/Flickr Hunting is a big deal in Mississippi. So much so that hunting season might as well be considered an actual season. How do you recognize a hunter? They’ll usually be hunting, going hunting, or talking about hunting.
- The Literary Lover
Mississippi State University/Flickr Mississippi’s literary scene is one of which to be proud. A number of great writers were born here, so it should come as no surprise that the state attracts literary lovers from all over the place.
What other types of people have you met in Mississippi? Which type are you? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!
timheuer/Flickr
You know the type; someone lucky enough to have lived in the Hospitality State since birth.
Chris Waits/Flickr
A tourist turning into a lifelong resident seems to be a common theme here in Mississippi.
Roger Smith/Flickr
No, we’re not talking about women who go around dressed like Scarlett O’Hara. The southern belles of today are women who were born in the south and exhibit nothing but class and manners.
officerofthewatch.com
If you’ve lived in Mississippi long enough then you’ve definitely encountered an oil rig worker or, at the very least, have met the family member of someone who works offshore.
Jimmy Smith/Flickr
The agriculture industry is a huge part of Mississippi, so it only makes sense that the state is home to a number of farmers. And if you’ve never seen one yourself, it’s probably because they’re up at the crack of dawn while you’re still in your comfy bed.
Let’s face it; the rodeo is a big deal here in Mississippi, and with that comes the modern day version of real-life cowboys.
Frank/Flickr
Chances are you’ve either attended Mississippi State University, have a relative that went there, or, you just like the team. Whatever the reason, the state is filled with Bulldog fans.
Ken Lund/Flickr
And if you’re not a fan of Mississippi State University then you’re probably a fan of Ole Miss. You rebel, you (pun intended).
southernmiss.com
And while we’re talking about college football, I have to mention the University of Southern Mississippi. There may not be as many fans chanting “Southern Miss to the Top” but they are out there.
midwestnerd/Flickr
As the birthplace of both the Blues and Elvis, Mississippi has a rich musical heritage to say the least. And with that comes music lovers from around the world.
Hunting is a big deal in Mississippi. So much so that hunting season might as well be considered an actual season. How do you recognize a hunter? They’ll usually be hunting, going hunting, or talking about hunting.
Mississippi State University/Flickr
Mississippi’s literary scene is one of which to be proud. A number of great writers were born here, so it should come as no surprise that the state attracts literary lovers from all over the place.
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