Being Texan means that you are raised by the traditions, ones that people in other states will never understand. Whether you grew up in Houston, Dallas, McKinney, Odessa, Austin, Bastrop, or Fort Stockton you will understand these traditions.

Buc-ee's: Thank goodness for Buc-ee's! They have clean restrooms, warm food, healthy snacks, beef jerky, a deli, any type of roasted nuts, and souvenirs; the list is endless, but this has to be a Texas tradition we should never let die.

James Avery:This jewelry store is how Texans recognize each other out of state. Imagine being in a place like Arizona and seeing someone wearing a James Avery ring, necklace, or charms and knowing you can instantly make a connection with a friend.

Whataburger: Other states always claim their chain of fast food is the best, but this simply isn't true. If you have never had a beef patty on Texas toast with fresh lettuce, jalapeños, tomatoes, mayonnaise, pickles, and spicy ketchup, I'm sorry for your taste buds.

Dr. Pepper: This may not seem like a Texas thing, but it truly is. The founder of Dr. Pepper attended the University of Texas and discovered Dr. Pepper in Waco, Texas. This drink embodies Texas and everything good that comes from it.

College Football: This is a huge Texas tradition, we Texans pride ourselves in our state schools and rivalry between them is serious. College games represent our Alma Mater or those of our friends and family. Hook' em!

Texas Truck Editions: Texas Truck Editions are the best because you take a regular truck and put a Texas plaque on it and instantly it's better. Also, is every month Texas Truck Month or is there an actual month that it takes place in? We might never know.

Boots: Boots are a huge deal in Texas boots can be worn for any occasion. Even Senator Ted Cruz wears boots to interviews, senate hearings, and other events.

Tubing: There is nothing better than taking your inner tube to San Marcos River, tying a rope to your friends, and letting the current take you for a ride. The heat will beam down on your skin but the cool water will refresh you, and if you get hungry you can always have a cookout next to the river.

Texas Themed Clothing: Tyler's Texas and Texas Humor are my favorite places to get Texas hats, shirts, decals, and other accessories. Texas is a proud state and with good reason... we aren't Oklahoma.

The Texas Hammer: "El Martillo Tejano" Okay, this may not be a tradition, but if you're from Texas, you have heard this before. I have a friend who got into a car accident and actually called him. I don't know whether the case was won or not but it was still pretty great. Whether you trust Jim Adler or not, if you grew up in Texas, you know who he is.