12 Reasons My Heart Will Always Be In Missouri
Having lived in several different parts of the country, you soon learn that every place has its own positives and negatives. Maybe the sun shines all year, but that also means there’s no snow at Christmas or no changing of the leaves. Or maybe you get the four seasons, but you also get earthquakes or hurricanes. Living in Missouri is no different, it has its pros and cons. However, here are some really great reasons to love it here.
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Mississippi River
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We have numerous museums, historic sites, and buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Pictured is the Harry S. Truman Birthplace State Historic Site in Lamar.
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Soulard Farmer’s Market, St. Louis
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Hughes Mountain Natural Area in Washington County, south of Potosi.
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Hawn State Park, Ste Genevieve
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Taste of St. Louis
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The Lighting Ceremony at Country Club Plaza in Kansas City.
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Especially the blues and jazz. Pictured is Missouri’s own Chuck Berry.
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Beef brisket with burnt ends.
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Main Street View - Parkville, Missouri
Why do you love Missouri?
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