1. You're used to getting stuck behind tractors and other farming equipment

It only ever happens when you're in a hurry!

2. When people ask where you're from, you're used to naming the nearest city

No one ever knows where your hometown is

3. It's totally normal for you to drive 15-20 minutes away to eat at an actual restaurant

Because the only places to eat close to home are bars

4. But you have a special appreciation for bar food

There's nothing better!

5. A fun night out consists of walking around the nearest Walmart or Target

Which is at least 15 minutes away

6. You can't wrap your head around people who graduate high school in a class of 300

Because yours was 150, max.

7. And the thought of having to walk upstairs for class is crazy

Until you move away for college and realize that it's normal!

8. Your teachers only knew who you were because of your older siblings

Or your younger siblings, if you're extra lucky.

9. You gave directions based on the only stoplight in town

And it was nearly impossible to get lost.

10. Friday might as well be a holiday during high school football season

It's the only sport that you're entire town cared about

11. Driving in a busy city will always scare you a little bit

Because they drive like crazy people

12. The local playground was the place to hang out in middle school

Because obviously there was nowhere else to go

13. The first day of hunting season might as well be a holiday

Because you always had the day off school

14. At least 50% of your high school parties were at a bonfire

It didn't matter what time of year it was

15. Getting a new kid at school was a HUGE deal

Actually, anything new was a big deal

16. Getting a new chain restaurant anywhere within 10 miles was a big deal

Speaking of getting anything new

17. You lived for your town's festival

Even though it was boring compared to the neighbor town's

18. Everyone knows everyone's business

Gossip is a huge part of your town

19. You'll always complain about growing up in such a small town

Because it really sucked sometimes

20. But you'll always secretly love it

It really was the best place to grow up