Ah, Texas. It's a great place full of wonderful Tex-Mex and state-of-the-art rodeos. It has a vibe that is all its own and more often than not, people can guess if you're a Texan by the "y'all" in your vocabulary. But, if you're a Texan that's had to tell people you hail from the Lone Star state, you've probably come across some stereotypes.

1. People assume Texans have an accent.

You know, that sweet country twang. Where all your vOWels are Over-PrOnOUnced...

2. People assume you're conservative/Republican.

Unless you're from Austin, to which everyone says: "Ohhh...." Because Austin's just...Austin and they don't care about the rest of Texas because they do their own thing.

3. People assume you are crazy about guns.

You know, second amendment rights, hunting, the works.

4. People assume you must be a cowboy/cowgirl

While this is a popular style and way of life, if you will call it in Texas, we don't all look like Jessie and Woody, sadly.

5. People assume that you LIVE barbecue.

Notice I said "live," not "love." In Texas, meat is a big deal. However, not everyone is obsessed with barbecue and meat, despite the fact that Salt Lick is one of the best spots to enjoy it.

I mean if you're from Austin, there's a good chance you are vegan anyway.

6. People assume you are outdoorsy.

While I love the outdoors and nature, I know a lot of fellow Texans who just don't. Also, I didn't grow up camping or anything, so I'm not handy with a tent.

7. People assume you love country music.

There are other genres of music we listen to. Because, country, while it may be OK in small doses...simply doesn't do it for some people.

My dog died, my girlfriend left, and my truck broke down...

^every country song ever.

8. People assume you drive trucks all the time

Yeah. And all the guys look like him look like him too.

9. People assume you wear boots all the time.

Boots are nice. I have a rather good pair myself. But no, I don't wear them all the time. There is a time and a place, which, for some Texans, isn't all the time.

10. People assume sweet tea is your drink of
choice.

Mostly, other Texans do this to fellow Texans. If you don't like sweet tea or don't drink it like water, it almost feels like a crime.

11. People assume you know things about hunting...or you hunt.

You know, I never really got into hunting. I think maybe I could go for it in the British style...you know...with the hounds, and the coats...