18 Ways You Know You're From Florida
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

18 Ways You Know You're From Florida

Being a native of Florida, there are somethings that set you apart from out-of-staters.

3954
18 Ways You Know You're From Florida
News

Being a native of Florida, there are some things that set you apart from out-of-staters.

1. Anything under 75º is chilly

Floridians whip out their parkas when northerners whip out their shorts.

2. Publix is your slice of heaven on Earth

Pub subs, free cookies and customer service with a smile. Simply no grocery store compares to Publix.

3. Hurricane days are like your snow days

The Floridian equivalent to a snow day is a hurricane day, of course! Free day to hunker down and party.

4. Love bug season is the WORST

The time of year where keeping your car clean and your sanity intake is nearly impossible: love bug season. Love is not in the air when these guys come around.

5. It's normal to go to the beach in December

*Debates going to the beach on Christmas* ~just Florida things~

6. Flip-flops and bathing suits are a staple in your wardrobe

Only Floridians understand the need for an ample amount of quality bathing suits and flip flops. They definitely don't go unworn!

7. Seeing an alligator is not a rarity

You know you're from Florida when an image like this isn't the least bit surprising.

8. Snowbird season is almost as bad as love bug season

This is the time of year that every Florida resident dreads (right behind love bug season). Snowbird season means a sea of extremely pale older people take over your state. May the odds be ever in your favor.

9. You don't understand the fact that most states don't have lizards

I honestly didn't know that northern states didn't have lizards until a few short years ago. These little guys are apart of a Floridians everyday life!

10. You're either a Gator or a Seminole

It's a rivalry like no other. (Go Gators)

11. You know it's very possible for it to be beach weather one minute and hurricane weather the next

You know you're from Florida when you've actually witnessed this kind of thing happen: torrential downpour one minute, scorching hot sun the next.

12. Humidity is your worst enemy

'Frizzy' is the most popular hair style.

13. A/C is your saving grace

Shoutout to air conditioning, I couldn't have made it this far without you!

14. You stay away from tourist infested areas

Orlando, Miami, spring break, bike week, race week, you name it and Floridians know where they are staying as far away as possible from.

15. You went on field trips to Universal, SeaWorld, NASA, St. Augustine, Busch Gardens, etc.

You've probably been to one or more of these places a million times and could give your own tour of them.

16. You couldn't imagine living in a landlocked state

I will never live in a landlocked state. End of story.

17. You've been swimming for almost as long as you've been walking

If you aren't part fish, are you really from Florida?

18. Florida will always be home

No matter how far you go, this state will always be home.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

90997
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

64024
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments