From NPT RI to Southern Nostalgia: A Love Story with Kroger and Publix

A Rhode Island resident, Kelly K, recently shared a touching video about her unexpected fondness for Southern grocery stores, Kroger and Publix. In the video, Kelly explains that despite only living in the South for less than a year, she misses the stores dearly, even keeping a Publix sandwich bag as a keepsake. "I'm literally so sad," she says, "I actually to the point where we have a bag, like a sandwich bag container... I don't have the heart to throw it away." Her relatable story highlights the emotional connection people can form with seemingly ordinary aspects of daily life, reminding us that nostalgia can stem from the most unexpected places.