So you’ve moved away from Michigan, have you? Couldn’t deal with the bad weather, the crummy economy or couldn’t resist the lure of other parts of the country that seem, well, just more sexy? Be that as it may, we know you have your moments when you get all starry-eyed and reminisce about the days you spent in the great Mitten State. Here are 12 such reasons we can think of now.
- Cider and doughnuts.
regan76/Flickr This is a true Michigan fall tradition. And chances are good that if you’re not in the Mitten State this time of year, you’re craving this treat.
- The kindness of the people.
Tina :O)/Flickr Michiganders have this special warmness that makes them especially friendly. You have most likely longed for this friendly nature from time to time.
- The beaches.
Geoff LMV/Flickr The beaches here can’t be beat and if you’ve spent any time at a salt water beach, you know you’ve wished for a fresh water Michigan one.
- The sports teams.
Sean Munson/Flickr There’s no question the spirit that Michigan teams and fans alike possess. Sure beats the enthusiasm found in other sports places.
- The seasons.
Jim Sorbie/Flickr Some places in the United States never really experience each and every season. That’s too bad, because they don’t get to enjoy the beauty of Michigan fall.
- The Great Lakes.
Tom Gill/Flickr If you’re in a landlocked state these days, you long to pay one of the Great Lakes a visit.
- The food.
Steven Depolo/Flickr You really can’t find the goodness that is the Michigan Coney dog outside of the state (though there are plenty of imitations).
- The pasty.
Kate Ter Haar/Flickr Another Michigan culinary staple, the pasty is the most wonderful of all the meat-filled pies.
- Up North.
Brian Wolfe/Flickr The Michigan experience is never complete without a trip Up North at least once a year. Don’t you miss those road trips?
- The weather.
gerrybuckel/Flickr OK, OK, we admit that the weather in Michigan can be a bit too unpredictable for many. But for some, we need that uncertainty to add a little excitement in our lives.
- Cost of living.
Blue Skyz Studios/Flickr Say what you will about cities like Detroit, but the truth of the matter is you can live in many cities or regions like it in Michigan and enjoy a great quality of life. Something you will have a harder time finding in other parts of the country.
- Perseverance.
yooperann/Flickr There’s something so special about the determination and grit of the people of Michigan that you won’t find anywhere else.
Really got you thinking of the good old days back home, huh? Tell us, what gets to you every time when you think of what you left behind in Michigan?
regan76/Flickr
This is a true Michigan fall tradition. And chances are good that if you’re not in the Mitten State this time of year, you’re craving this treat.
Tina :O)/Flickr
Michiganders have this special warmness that makes them especially friendly. You have most likely longed for this friendly nature from time to time.
Geoff LMV/Flickr
The beaches here can’t be beat and if you’ve spent any time at a salt water beach, you know you’ve wished for a fresh water Michigan one.
Sean Munson/Flickr
There’s no question the spirit that Michigan teams and fans alike possess. Sure beats the enthusiasm found in other sports places.
Jim Sorbie/Flickr
Some places in the United States never really experience each and every season. That’s too bad, because they don’t get to enjoy the beauty of Michigan fall.
Tom Gill/Flickr
If you’re in a landlocked state these days, you long to pay one of the Great Lakes a visit.
Steven Depolo/Flickr
You really can’t find the goodness that is the Michigan Coney dog outside of the state (though there are plenty of imitations).
Kate Ter Haar/Flickr
Another Michigan culinary staple, the pasty is the most wonderful of all the meat-filled pies.
Brian Wolfe/Flickr
The Michigan experience is never complete without a trip Up North at least once a year. Don’t you miss those road trips?
gerrybuckel/Flickr
OK, OK, we admit that the weather in Michigan can be a bit too unpredictable for many. But for some, we need that uncertainty to add a little excitement in our lives.
Blue Skyz Studios/Flickr
Say what you will about cities like Detroit, but the truth of the matter is you can live in many cities or regions like it in Michigan and enjoy a great quality of life. Something you will have a harder time finding in other parts of the country.
yooperann/Flickr
There’s something so special about the determination and grit of the people of Michigan that you won’t find anywhere else.
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