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Spring—we’ve been waiting on you! Spring is a season of warming, longer days, and nature coming back to life. As the flowers bloom and animals are born, it reminds me of the beauty and innocence that exists in this world. Spring provides a reminder to us that we should be living a full life and leaving the old dead parts of life behind. There is always hope during the coldest, darkest winters of life. Spring will come again and new life will emerge!

I’m a worrier by nature. I try my hardest not to be, but when things don’t go as planned, I to try to “fix” them first. Then I always turn to one of my favorite passages: “Look at the birds of the air, that they do not sow, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not worth much more than they? And which of you by being anxious can add a single cubit to his life’s span? And why are you anxious about clothing? Observe how the lilies of the field grow; they do not toil nor do they spin” Matthew 6: 26-28. Bring it on spring. And I’m going to cast all my anxiousness and worries away!

We hope you enjoy the feature stories, editorials, and promotional articles in this issue. Included are High Point Market style stories, a few fabulous homes, a conference room in a church, an outdoor area, and an update of the Carthage motel. Mississippians are simply the best at sharing their homes with us so our readers can enjoy them.

As we are finishing this issue, a cold front has appeared and winter seems to be on its way. The days are getting shorter and the nights longer. It’s no secret I’m not a fan of winter. I love the long summer days, even with the hot temperatures. The beach and my yard are my therapy, and winter’s weather means I have to put those pleasures on hold. Malcolm Woody has an interesting take on winter in his article on page 109. I’m going to try my best to put winter in its right place in my heart this year. 

Our homes in this issue are completely different from each other. We have a few new construction homes, a home that has been through two extensive remodels, and an update on a project we are following. I realize I write about this frequently, but the hospitality of Mississippians is just absolutely the best! One homeowner prepared a lovely lunch while I was taking photos and another one just kept telling me how wonderful Stages MISSISSIPPI® was and how much of an honor it was to have her home showcased in it. 

I know the holidays can be hard for some, and for others they are delightful. Whatever the season of life you are in, the family at Stages MISSISSIPPI® wishes you all a blessed holiday season filled with joy and happiness and also a hope that it brings you peace. 

As we are finishing this — the 15th anniversary issue — it’s still hot outside, but soon the days will be cooler. School will have started back, football season will be in full swing, and the deciduous trees will begin to lose their leaves in preparation for winter. I am always reminded of this verse: “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens” (Ecclesiastes 3:1). Seasons of life change. Sometimes these changes are for the better. Other times, they are just hard. Wisdom would have us to not only expect these changes, but embrace them as par for the course. Adapt. The peaceful heart learns to accept what the Creator has woven into the fabric of life. Remember that the Creator is also a loving Father.

We hope you enjoy this issue as much as we have putting it together for you. Thank you for reading!

Summer. Oh, how I love you! It’s my favorite season. I love the longer days because it allows me to be outdoors and do the things I enjoy the most. Gardening has always been a passion of mine and I've always been drawn to the water, especially during late afternoons and sunsets. Planting flowers, shrubs, trees, and vegetables and watching them grow has always amazed me. Maybe it’s the deep-rooted farmer’s daughter in me. Maybe it’s just watching the fruits of my labor come to fruition. Whatever the reason, I love it. 

This issue has five beautiful home features, and each one is very different from the other. Each issue I am reminded of how different we are, especially in our homes and home decor. But at the same time, Mississippians are truly the most humble, generous, and hospitable people. They welcome us into their homes and allow us to take photos and share their stories with you. We are grateful and blessed. 

Enjoy this summer 2023 issue!

Well, hello spring—you couldn’t have come soon enough! This time of the year is one of my favorites as the products of the seeds and bulbs that we planted in the winter start emerging. Nature has always amazed me, especially the awakening and growth in the spring. It reminds me of the parable in scripture when Jesus said, “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and sowed in a field, and this is smaller than all other seeds but when it is fully grown, it is larger than the garden plants, and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and rest in its branches” Matthew 13:31–32. Planting seeds in the ground for our enjoyment is fruitful and beautiful in our eyes, but remember to plant seeds in the hearts of your friends, coworkers, family, and even strangers you meet. God will do the rest, our job is just to plant the seeds.

This spring issue is packed full of informative promotional articles and lovely homes and gardens. We are constantly amazed and humbled at the generosity of the residents in Mississippi that open their homes and gardens to us so we can bring them to you. We are grateful and blessed, and we thank you.

Well, here you are winter 2022/2023. I hope you decide to be nice to Mississippi, but according to the Farmers’ Almanac winter weather forecast, most of the country, including Mississippi, will experience below-average temperatures. The publication went on to say it will be a roller coaster of a winter, and it will be a season of shaking, shivering, and shoveling. We’ve had record high temperatures and torrential flooding in August with hardly any rain in September and October, so I guess we should all brace for a long winter and enjoy the beauty of the snow and ice!

While you are snuggled up by the fireplace, be sure to browse through our ultimate resource guide and call these businesses to fulfill your wish list! 

The family at Stages MIssissippi wishes you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Welcome fall 2022! This particular season seems to always remind me that sometimes the seasons in our life change as often as the weather. Soon we will notice autumn colors beginning to appear, and the deciduous trees will start dropping their leaves. Every year this reminds me of the verse Ecclesiastes 1:1. “There is an appointed time for everything. And there is a time for every event under heaven.” Some seasons in our lives are exceptionally good, and some are hard. We can only expect these changes, adapt, and learn to accept what the Creator has woven onto the fabric of our lives.

I have friends that have downsized in their housing and several that have bought larger houses. Just like my friends, each homeowner we feature has their own story, and they have all walked a different path in life than the others. I love our state of Mississippi and how different our people are, yet we have so many similarities.

Enjoy this beautiful fall 2022 issue that we enjoyed preparing for you!

Hello summer! I am so glad to see you! If you have been reading Stages MISSISSIPPI® for any length of time, you know I love all things related to summer: the sand and salt water at the beach, the long, hot summer days, and being able to work in my flower beds and container gardens. It’s therapy to me. I’m so glad summer is here!

This is our 11th summer issue since I relaunched Stages MS in 2012. I would like to thank you readers and supporters for giving me the opportunity to create this magazine for you. I feel truly honored and blessed to continue receiving the encouraging phone calls, texts, and emails from you all. You are the reason my team and I work so hard to develop each issue. Our mission continues to be to provide a collectible resource library for readers interested in all matters of homes and gardens. And as a local business, we’re also passionate about providing a resource guide for other businesses, large and small, across the Southeast region.

Enjoy this issue packed full of beautiful homes and gardens!

Welcome spring! The daffodils, snowbells, and tulips are emerging, and the tiniest of little leaves are sprouting from the deciduous tree limbs. We are so thankful that new blooming after a long winter is promised!

We enjoyed bringing the informative editorial features to you this issue, the awesome business promotional features, and the fabulous feature homes. The homes are all different with different personalities and we loved them all - enjoy!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

We loved putting together this winter 2021/2022 issue for you! It is packed full of wonderful and beautiful features. We have a before/after feature, two holiday features, and of course, our regular home and garden features as well. There are some informative editorial articles and business promotional features as well. We hope as you draw near to the end of this year that each of you will reflect on the past and look forward to a new year.

Please remember and support our local small businesses when you start your holiday and new year shopping. Our support is vital to their success - now more than ever.

Respite has always been found in fall.

Whether it’s the cool breeze that finally floats in, the joy of a steady school routine, or the excitement of change that comes in the color of the leaves—we hope you find respite in the pages of our fall issue. Hit pause for a few minutes while the breeze drifts by and take a look at the Jackson St. Jude Dream Home, a fabulous outdoor family retreat, and multiple man caves to lust after. Those features and more are waiting for you in the fall 2021 issue!

Summertime, summertime! It's Mississippi in the summertime! That means the sunsets are gorgeous, the mosquitoes are back, the heat is rolling in, and we've got the best features you've ever seen! In this issue you will find stunning homes that are all unique in their own way—from the coast to the country, we've got you covered!

We know that small businesses are still recovering from the blows of the pandemic, so we urge you, now more than ever, to continue to shop local as often as you possibly can. Our advertisers are the breath and life of Stages Mississippi, and we know without their commitment to us, our jobs wouldn't be worth it. Please follow us on our social media pages, shop local, subscribe, and enjoy your Summer!

We have never needed a spring quite like this before. Since the last time the tulips bloomed our entire worlds have changed. But one thing remains the same, Stages Mississippi is here to bring you fabulous features and home tips! We have been maneuvering our new normal for almost one year now, and we are so thankful that new life blooming after a long winter is promised. Enjoy these features and articles and don’t forget to follow us on our social media platforms and subscribe!

Walking in a winter wonderland doesn’t just mean Christmas anymore! We are celebrating the cozy winter season with our Winter 2020/21 issue and in style! We’ve curated a selection of beautiful homes each different and stunning in their own way, and a few Christmas features to kick off the season with classic inspiration. We truly can’t thank our readers enough for the continued support. You, along with our advertisers and supporters make Stages Mississippi enjoyable for all. Happy Holidays!

Wish you could feel us now! 

Happy Fall, y’all! We are thrilled to present our second quarterly issue of 2020. We’ve welcomed some amazing new advertisers, featured some of the coziest homes in the South, and warmed up the cover with a beautiful soft-touch, matte finish. We love the fall season and all the promises she brings. Please enjoy this issue as it was a labor of love, as they all are! Don’t forget you can subscribe and have each issue sent straight to your door and as always, shop local! 

We have a new look!

We've updated the look and feel of Stages Mississippi for our first quarterly publication, Summer 2020, and we think you're going to love it! Look for us on stands in your area June 1st. Enjoy the fabulous homes and outdoor spaces in this issue, and don’t forget to subscribe and follow us on Facebook & Instagram!

“Here you come again!” Welcome back spring!

After a long winter we are so thrilled to be able to feature before and Afters in our March/April 2020 issue. In this issue we prepare for warmer weather by featuring a boat house, beautiful master bath, and a fun hair salon! All to be enjoyed and relished as the flowers begin to bloom! Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

Happy New Year y’all! Can you believe we are approaching 2020? A new year, a new decade, new trends and goals—what fun!

In this issue you can find the 2020 High Point furniture market trends that will influence interior designers, builders, and magazines alike in the coming year. We are fortunate to be able to print this sneak peak! You know you can subscribe to Stages on our website and keep up with us on social media platforms. Happiest of New Year’s to you and yours!

“What if Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store. What if Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more.” ― Dr. Seuss.

We can’t believe the holiday season of 2019 is fast approaching!

This year you can find the latest St. Jude Dream Home and read how our cover home has garnered quite the following on Instagram. We thank our readers for the continued support in 2019 and we look forward to 2020!

Happy Holidays, y’all!

Fall 2019, can y’all believe? Where does the time go?

For a bit of a slow down in life’s crazy season- we urge to you enjoy this issue! Kick your feet up on the back porch while the breeze blows by and enjoy beautiful home tours from college towns across our state, editorials from experts in their field, and you’ll even find a boiled peanut recipe in this issue!

Fall is the absolute best season of them all and we can’t wait for you to enjoy it with us!

Summer is best spent with family and being outdoors! It doesn’t hurt if you have a fabulous and well designed space around you as well. In our July/August issue you will find great beach escapes, decadent living rooms, and easy design advice. Never forget that you can subscribe online and receive your issue early!

Summer splendor! Welcome to our May/June edition. In this issue we focus on Outdoor Living and we cover everything from swimming pools to yard art! Be sure to read our fabulous articles on local businesses that have made a difference in our area, including our feature on the St. Jude Dream home. Grab a lemonade, sunscreen, and Stages while you enjoy the warm season!

May/june 2018

Welcome summer! The children are getting out of school, the days are longer, and summer plans are in full-force. While your garden is coming to life be sure to read the first installment of our two-part summer issues.

March/april 2018

Here at Stages Mississippi we love a good before and after. A makeover, a transformation, and a grand reveal—of all the good befores and afters nature is truly the best. It’s this time of year where the flowers are waking up and spring is flirting with Mississippi.

january/february 2018

Happy New Year! Every year we are honored with the opportunity to reveal design trends from High Point Furniture market in High Point, North Carolina. We feel so privileged that the wonderful people at High Point send us the style report for our readers to enjoy!

November/December 2017

The 2017 holiday season is upon us! Our focus of entertaining at home means so much to us at Stages Mississippi. The holidays encourage us to ponder our blessings, growth, and for some—reconnect with family. Enjoy our 2017 tour of holiday homes and a Merry Christmas to you and yours.

september/october 2017

Football is in full swing, students are back in school, and life has never moved faster. What is better than a nice bath at the end of a long fall day? In our focus of this issue we talk about “Fabulous Kitchens and Baths!” And man, are they fabulous!

july/august 2017

Time to enjoy the last stretch of summer with Family Living and Summer Escapes. Read up on the latest patio and outdoor kitchen trends in our second installment of our summer issues.

may/june 2017

Would you just look at that cover? Our publisher, Susan Hogue loves summertime and we now know why! Read up on outdoor living while you hang patio lights, light the barbecue, and put your feet up for the 2017 summer!