1. You say “wicked” a lot.
Even though this is a New England thing, Rhode Islander’s say it in every other sentence. It is “wicked” annoying to others, but has molded into our vocabulary and we don’t even realize we say it.
2. People constantly mistake Rhode Island for Long Island
I mean HELLO PEOPLE we were the first state to declare our independence from Great Britain...did you not learn any history in elementary school??!! And Long Island is part of NEW YORK, a state not even a part of New England!
3. The thought of Dels Lemonade absolutely makes your mouth water
It is THE perfect refreshment especially after a long day at the beach or after a bike ride. It always satisfies any kind of craving you may have. Dels might seem like nothing extraordinary to some, but I mean, they clearly have never had one before...
4. You have been to Taylor Swift’s house in Watch Hill
Rhode Island is such a small state that Taylor is basically a cousin.
5. A Bubbler is a Bubbler, not a water fountain!!!
We get into this debate with every single person we meet. Even though we understand why everyone calls a bubbler a water fountain, we just cannot bring ourselves to call it that
6. COFFEE MILK
You are just not a true Rhode Islander if you have never even tried it.
7. You have seen the iconic big blue bug on the highway while passing Providence
The bug is the iconic symbol for New England Pest Control. It gets dressed up for all of the different holidays, like a reindeer for Christmas or drinking a Dels for the summer. If you try to explain it to others they just think you are a complete weirdo, but whatever, you know it's there.
8. After every beach day you go to Iggy’s Clam Shack
Even though the line is always a mile long, it is always worth the wait. The clambakes and chowder are to die for.
9. Allie’s Donuts are THE BEST DONUTS EVER
No other doughnut place compares. You always pre-order your doughnut cake at least two months before your birthday just to make sure you get these unbelievably amazing cakes for your special day.
10. Awful Awful’s are one of the best milkshakes
Or as we like to refer to milkshakes...cabinets. I know, so bizarre, but it is just another quirk Rhode Islanders have adapted. These milkshakes are so good they will make you jump out of your seats from excitement when your parents or friends turn into Newport Creamery (home of the awful awful).
