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10 Things You Know To Be True If You Are From Florida

When you grow up in Florida you learn a thing or two.

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Ahh Florida! The land of vacations, Disney World, beaches, and alligators. Although people flock to Florida to getaway from their daily lives for some sun and relaxation, they will never know what really goes on in Florida. If you were born and raised in Florida than you have different things you think of when someone mention our state. Here are 10 truths that people from Florida can relate to!

1. Flip Flops are your choice of footwear in the summer. And spring. And fall. Oh, and winter.

2. You go pull out your jacket when the temperature falls below 70 degrees.

3. You are guilty of hosting a hurricane party.

4. You think an alligator is a pretty normal sight and while others freak out you remain calm.

5. This is your version of a snowman.

6. You know that there is a season for love-bugs.

7. You know that Publix is the best grocery store.

Oh, and their subs are delicious.

8. You know that a good parking space isn't just close to a store, but it has to provide good shade so your car doesn't get too hot.


9. There is no real point in carrying an umbrella because you know it is going to stop raining in about five minutes.

10. You hate the tourists that think it is so cool to feed the seagulls at the beach.

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