Hey y'all. I know everybody is going back to school in the upcoming week, or just now starting their second semester, so I hope everything goes well for all of you! This article will talk about what it is like to grow up in a small town.

1. You recognize everyone you see at the grocery store. Every. Single. Time.

2. And that trip to the grocery store turns into an hour long excursion.

3. Driving through the town doesn't take long, you could listen to Adele's CD two times, if that.

4. You know police officers by their name.

5. Everyone at your high school knew everything that was going on in your life.

6. The phrase "drive into town" has become a part of your local dialect.

7. You may not admit, but cities fascinate you.

8. Knowing everyone in your graduating class.

9. People ask where you are from, you say the nearest college that people are aware of.

10. You and your friends just drive around at night blasting music because there is nothing better to do.

11. Small town charm with always be appreciated.

12. Teachers often knew your siblings.

13. "Y'all" is a part of everyone's vocabulary.

14. Hanging out in a store parking lot was the Friday night norm.

15. Everyone could only talk about leaving, but once you're gone, you miss it.