8 Wicked Smaht Things A Midwesterner Learns Moving To New England
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8 Wicked Smaht Things A Midwesterner Learns Moving To New England

Dunkin' Donuts is everywhere.

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8 Wicked Smaht Things A Midwesterner Learns Moving To New England
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As a native of Michigan, I have spent my whole life surrounded by all things stereotypical of the Midwest.

Now that I am attending college in Maine and travel frequently between the New England states, I have learned that a few things that I am used to are just... silly. Here are a few things I have learned from living in New England:

1. It's soda, not pop... or is it?

This is the most argued topic of the 21st century. I have witnessed heads turn as the word "pop" tumbles from my lips. Whenever I accidentally say soda, I feel like I have betrayed myself, my family, and my friends. It's that crazy!

2. That's not a sucker, *you're* a sucker

The first time I said "sucker" instead of "lollipop," several people chuckled at me. I still refuse to say "lollipop" because it's just that foreign to me!

3. The traffic in some places is awful

The closest thing in Michigan to "traffic" was always around Detroit or near Lake Michigan. In New England, plan travel times accordingly and always make sure you look at traffic reports before you head through a major city, especially during the holidays.

4. We carry pocketbooks, not purses

I'm not sure I can even explain how "pocketbook" is a word for "purse," but it is in New England.

5. There are 20 Dunkin' Donuts in a one mile radius of you

In all 18 years of living in Michigan, I knew of three Dunkin' Donuts-- one of which closed down. In the east, Dunkin' Donuts is everything. Want to make a Nor'easter college student's day? Buy em' a DD giftcard.

6. The accent

A's are long. "Hurry up, get in the caaah!" "You're smaht, bub!" "It's a lobstah!"

7. If you don't like the Patriots, get out

Fortunately for me, I liked the Patriots before I left the Midwest. People out here go crazy for the Patriots, so be careful when it comes to football if you ever visit.

8. People are extremely welcoming and kind

One thing is for sure, I have never felt this welcome by strangers in my entire life. It has made the transition from the Midwest a better and happier one.

Time to go get some wicked good Dunkin' Donuts!

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