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FROM THE editor’s desk What I
About This Issue
March feels like a breath of fresh air along the Coast. The light shifts and the days stretch a little longer. Azaleas begin their annual show, and suddenly everything feels possible again. It’s the perfect time to turn our attention to home—inside and out.
In this Home & Garden issue, we celebrate the spaces that shelter us and the landscapes that
ground us. You’ll find inspiration for refreshing your interiors, including a playful look at incorporating patterns with confidence and creativity. We explore how to create a welcoming guest bedroom that feels thoughtful, comfortable, and distinctly Southern. Step outside with our guide to local wildflowers and a timely feature on the importance of pollinators— those small but mighty contributors to the beauty and sustainability of our environment. If you’ve been itching to dig in the dirt or rethink a room, this issue is your invitation.
March also brings a touch of pageantry and tradition. We are honored to feature a four-page
look at the rich history of the Gulf Coast Carnival Association, along with an introduction to the 2026 Royal Court. For generations, Mardi Gras has been woven into the cultural fabric of our community—an enduring celebration of heritage, leadership, and Coast pride. It’s an honor to spotlight the individuals who carry that legacy forward.
As always, you’ll find the standing sections you know and look forward to each month—Arts, Dining, Sports & Outdoors, Shopping, and Healthy Living. They are the heartbeat of South Mississippi Living, reflecting the people, places, and stories that connect us and make this region so special.
As the season turns and the Coast blooms once more, we are grateful to celebrate it alongside you. Here’s to fresh starts, flourishing gardens, and homes filled with joy.
Kelsey Sunderman-Foster
“My garden is my most
beautiful ” masterpiece.
– Claude Monet
Kelsey Sunderman-Foster
Editor
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