When you think of the south you automatically picture cowboy hats and drawling accents. If you're actually from a southern state, then you know that only some of the stereotypes are true. I lived in Texas for eighteen years before I moved away for school and embraced a new region. Some southern habits, however, can't be left behind.
1. Drinking sweet tea
I guess it makes sense that where it gets cold, ice tea isn't exactly popular. I still have yet to find a place that won't look at me like I'm crazy when I try to order it.
2. Not knowing how to drive in the snow
I don't think I've ever been this grateful about not having my car with me. Any time the roads get even remotely icy I have a mini panic attack. I fully believe my roommate has superpowers because of her ability to drive me through a snow storm.
3. Being too polite
I swear every time I hold a door open for someone they look at me like I'm from another planet, not another state. Sometimes it's so bad that I'll apologize because they look so offended.
4. Wanting to be tan
It's weird going from constantly being worried about getting sunburned to begging for a few harsh rays. The only time I've come close to being tan again is when I went skiing and ended up with some not-so-rad goggle lines on half my face.
5. Eating barbecue for every meal
Here lies the glory of ribs, pulled pork and brisket.
You'll be missed.
6. Wearing cowboy boots
You don't realize how much you liked them until you have to trade them in for some heavy duty snow shoes.
7. Listening to the country station
You'll find that in less rural areas, country music is equally compared to a shrieking fire alarm based on the way people want to cover their ears and run for cover.
8. Getting hyped for college football
I never thought I'd be the most lively one at a tailgate. Drinking warm beer and painting your face just isn't the same.
At least summer, and Texas, isn't too far away.
