New Yorkers are definitely a unique bunch--quirky and cool people with lots of unique characteristics. Some people hate us, some love us, but there are certain things that make us stand out over others. And in case you don't know some of the things that we encounter on a daily basis or you're not sure if you can consider yourself a New Yorker, here are just a few things that might prove you are one!
1. You get sidewalk rage when people walk too slowly.
When trying to catch the next train, it seems like you're surrounded by turtles and you just can't get around them. It's as if your idea of walking is their idea of sprinting and they haven't quite mastered the perfect subway station pace.
2. You get extra angry when waiting in line at the subway turnstile behind someone who DOES NOT KNOW HOW TO SWIPE.
How hard can swiping a metro card be? Apparently, it's not so easy for some, because I have changed turnstiles or swiped someone else's metro card more times than I can count.
3. You can bump into someone and not take the time to say "sorry."
It's not your fault they don't know where they're going right? They bumped into you, you didn't bump into them!
4. You rush everywhere even if you don't have a reason to.
You always think you have places to be and things to do. No time can be wasted, so I guess that's why us New Yorkers are always in a rush!
5. Every other city seems pretty small in comparison to yours.
What city is bigger and better than the Big Apple? Oh wait, none!
6. You can't remember the last time you drove a car.
I'm a 19-year-old girl without a license. Actually, I don't even have a driver's permit. But I guess I haven't really thought about that so much because after all, I'm a city girl!
7. You plan an escape from the city for every single holiday.
Sometimes you just need a break from the madness, the crowds, and the loud streets. So maybe an escape every holiday is the perfect getaway!
8. You know that catching a cab during rush hour will just leave you hopeless and stranded.
Catching a cab from 4-6 PM is almost impossible. You might be better off taking the crowded train where the idea of personal space completely disappears!
9. Pigeons have become the main subject of your nightmares.
One of my good friends hates birds, I mean REALLY hates birds, but I don't think there is a worse bird than the New York City pigeon. And whenever I go anywhere with her, we avoid pigeons at ALL costs.
10. You can pretty much understand any accent.
I've become an expert at guessing what nationality someone is. So good that I should be entered into a contest. That's one competition I would definitely qualify for!
11. You can walk, eat, talk, and hail cab all at the same time.
Oh, the art of multitasking! Many of us have mastered it, but this young girl's talent is on a whole different level. She makes it look so easy!
12. The New Year's Eve Ball is best viewed from your T.V. screen.
Every year, my friends and I say we are going to see the ball drop at Times Square on New Year's Eve. And every year, we end up watching the crowds of freezing people and laughing at them from the couch.
13. You jaywalk and would never consider NOT jaywalking.
Can you get a ticket for jaywalking? I'm sure you can, but that has never stopped us!
14. You've never even been to the Statue of Liberty.
I've thought about going to the Statue of Liberty more than a few times. But I never acted on it. I've lived here for almost my entire life, yet I haven't made the trip once!
15. Going to the city isn't even a big deal.
When I say I'm from New York, everyone thinks I live in Manhattan. They still ask me about the best spots to see and best places to eat, but I'm not able to give them all the answers they want because I don't go to the city that often!
I'm a New Yorker--are you?