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11 Signs That You're From Leesburg, Virginia

There's no place like home.

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11 Signs That You're From Leesburg, Virginia
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I have lived in Leesburg, Virginia since I was two years old, and for that I consider myself lucky. Leesburg is the place that I miss when I am away at school, and the place I have made all of my childhood memories at. Despite all the times that I have envied people that live elsewhere, I am so happy to live in such a cozy and beautiful town - after all, it is in the happiest county in America! Here are some signs that show that you're from Leesburg, Virginia.

1. Target, Wegmans, and Costco are your second home.

Because you can buy pretty much everything you need at each of those stores.

2. You go to or have been to Ida Lee on the Fourth of July.

Practically all of Leesburg is packed onto this field and traffic in downtown Leesburg is a mess, but it's a tradition.

3. When Chick-fil-A and Chipotle opened in Leesburg, you felt blessed.

No more driving to Sterling or Ashburn to get a burrito bowl or waffle fries!!!

4. You see the Flag Man everywhere you go.

He is so patriotic, and he has definitely become someone that defines Leesburg.

5. One day you can be melting in 90-degree weather, and the next day you need to wear a jacket to shield yourself from the cold rain.

We all know this to be true, and we have grown to accept that you can experience all four seasons within a single week in Leesburg.

6. People at your college have never heard of Leesburg.

"Oh! So you're from NOVA!" and "I think I've been there once, to go to the Outlets!" are things you hear all the time.

7. High school football is a big deal.

There was nothing more fun than Friday night football in high school, and the Battle of The Burg was not a game to miss.

8. Bear's Den and Scott's Run are the places to go.

Especially when you're broke feeling outdoors-y.

9. Cookie sundae from Fire Works Pizza. Enough said.

You have had one of these, and you have definitely taken a picture of it before.

10. The mall near your college makes you even more homesick.

I seriously need to take advantage of having Dulles and Tysons nearby before I go back to school.

11. There's no where else you would rather call home.

Because no matter what, Leesburg will always have a special place in your heart.


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