18 Surefire Signs You're From Peru, Indiana
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18 Surefire Signs You're From Peru, Indiana

A glimpse into small town Midwest, U.S. of A.

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18 Surefire Signs You're From Peru, Indiana

Growing up in a small town, like anything else, has its pros and cons. Everyone knows everything about everybody, you can't go in public without running into somebody you know (albeit it's usually the last person you want to see), and entertainment options are severely limited. Actually, the pros and the cons can be one in the same. Small towns--you hate to love them and you love to hate them. Peru, Ind. (with a population of nearly 11,500) is no different. Here are some irrefutable signs that you grew up in good ole Peru, Ind.

1. When asked where you're from, you find it necessary to follow your answer up with, "It's close to Kokomo."

2. Performing in the circus is as common as playing little league.


3. The openings of East End and Southside B&K are anticipated as much, if not more than, Christmas.

4. Cruising down Main and Broadway is considered a form of entertainment.

5. Getting stuck behind a tractor while driving is common.

6. Elephants walking down the street in July is normal.

7. The nearest mall may be 30 minutes away, but don't worry--we've got churches and bars covered!

8. No rivalry compares to that between Peru and Maconaquah, with North Miami being a close second.

9. You've wondered on more than one occasion why there are so many cars in the Taco Bell parking lot.

10. It is actually unusual if you don't attend the circus or the circus city fair in the summer.

11. You wave at Broadway Joe (and he waves at everyone)!

12. Friendly merriment usually involves consuming alcohol at bonfires, in cornfields, or in garages.

13. You know that nothing compares to Harvey Hinklemeyer's breadsticks and cheese.

14. People drive their tractors to school.

15. You've been pulled over by a Bunker Hill cop at least once.

16. Dating is hardly an option because everyone within a 15-mile radius is either your family, or has dated your friends.

17. When you mention eating at Mr. Weenie to out-of-towners, and are answered with a confused look of horror.

18. You couldn't wait to get the hell out, but now that you're gone you understand that there's no place like home.

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