Whether you grew up in McDonough or you live there now, you've frequented the square many times. You probably remember when the McDonough square wasn't a square but a circle, when there was no place to go but Gritz, and when that "take gap, give gap" intersection that confused the heck out of people was still there (I'm pretty sure it caused a collision or two). We've come a long way since we started. Here's to you McDonough, and here's to the 13 things we can all relate to during our times strolling through the square.

1. You drive back and forth down the roads near the square because the houses are just so darn cute.

Even the ones that haven't been lived in for a while have so much potential. Chip and Jo, it's about time you bring Fixer Upper out of Waco. McDonough needs you.

2. Queen Bee Coffee Company is the place to bee. (See what I did there?)

You probably run into five of your closest friends every time you walk in. You go there for the best coffee around, the local music on the patio in the summers, and if you're really lucky, you'll walk out with one of their huge chocolate chip cookies.

3. Every time you go into Sinclair's Mercantile, you drool a little.

Even if you don't buy anything, the whole store satisfies you aesthetically. The products there are so beautiful, you've found a runner up to Anthropologie. Let's be honest, the merchandise is irresistible.

4. You get to Pasta Max before they open because everybody knows the agony of waiting outside on that tiny front sidewalk.

A few more minutes to get ready for that dinner date? Never. Pasta comes first, especially when it's from this local gem.

5. You avoid the square at all costs during the Geranium Festival.

That traffic is not to be messed with.

6. You probably shed a few tears when the Deep South Deli shut down.

No more turkey sandwich with the cranberry mayo? The chicken and waffles that changed your life remain a memory.

7. Your worst nightmare is the store with all the baby dolls in the front window.

Creepy!

8. You're not really sure why Gritz has a "z" but you'll totally go with it for some good ol' southern cooking.

Sweet potato casserole, please.

9. Fried green beans at Chevy's are life.

'Nuff said.

10. You drive circles around the square whenever a movie is being filmed there.

You're crossing your fingers that you'll meet someone famous. Maybe you'll land a job as an *unintentional* extra ;)

11. You know immediately when someone isn't local to McDonough. That's the person driving the other way on the one way street.

Let's all say a prayer for those who can't seem to read and drive at the same time.

12. Nothing beats the scarecrow contest in the fall, and Christmas on the square is beautiful.

But can someone tell me why there were eerie green lights wrapped around the light poles this year?

13. It sure has its quirks, but nothing makes you feel more at home than a stroll around the McDonough square.

People watching, coffee drinking, boutique shopping, and lots of good food...we love you McDonough. Stay good to us. Love, your local devotees.