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15 Things Only Coastal Kids Know For 'Shore'

Sand, Salt, and Sunscreen are all you need in the summer.

Lindsey McEvoy

Jun 18, 2018

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Growing up on the Northeast coast, I definitely took a lot for granted. Going to the beach every weekend in the summer was a family tradition. It was a common one among many coastal families. It wasn't until I left for college in Virginia where the closest beach is about four hours away, that I realized how different living on the coast is. You're surrounded by water and there's nothing better than catching the fresh sea breeze.

Here are 15 things that coastal kids know to be true.

1. Fresh seafood is at your fingertips

Lobster, shrimp, cod, haddock, you name it. You take it for granted and seafood from anywhere else just isn't the same.

2. On a beautiful day, you can head to the beach without having to drive hours

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3. Nautical patterns & vineyard vines become part of your everyday wardrobe

4. You find it funny that people come from all over the place to vacation close to your home

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You can spot the tourists from a mile away.

5. You can choose from a variety of beaches to go to

You definitely have your favorites but you're willing to switch up your beach plans when you have to.

6. You can escape to your summer house on the water any time

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Need some fresh air? You know just where to go.

7. Putting on sunscreen is like second nature

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You've got every degree SPF depending on how strong the UV rays are that day.

8. A cloudy day is still a beach day

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Sun or no sun you're always down for some salty air and sand.

9. You’re a pro tuber

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You've learned a thing or two and you know how to hold on for dear life.

10. You got your boating license before you got your driver’s license

And you think it's totally normal.

11. You can wear your bathing suit to the grocery store

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And it's totally normal.

12. You’re more than used to the offshore breeze and wouldn’t have it any other way

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Voluminous hair is the new trend.

13. You’re a natural at making campfires on the beach

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Your cabinets are always stocked with graham crackers, Hershey's chocolate, and marshmallows.

14. Shoes don’t exist in the summer and your feet are used to it

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No shoes, no problem.

15. Your collection of sea glass is constantly growing

But it's never enough, you need more.

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15 Things Only Coastal Kids Know For 'Shore'

Sand, Salt, and Sunscreen are all you need in the summer.

1. Fresh seafood is at your fingertips

2. On a beautiful day, you can head to the beach without having to drive hours

3. Nautical patterns & vineyard vines become part of your everyday wardrobe

4. You find it funny that people come from all over the place to vacation close to your home

5. You can choose from a variety of beaches to go to

6. You can escape to your summer house on the water any time

7. Putting on sunscreen is like second nature

8. A cloudy day is still a beach day

9. You’re a pro tuber

10. You got your boating license before you got your driver’s license

11. You can wear your bathing suit to the grocery store

12. You’re more than used to the offshore breeze and wouldn’t have it any other way

13. You’re a natural at making campfires on the beach

14. Shoes don’t exist in the summer and your feet are used to it

15. Your collection of sea glass is constantly growing

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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