Dear New England,
Thank you for making me open-minded. With a general mix of liberals and conservatives, I am constantly aware of people’s views and witnessing compromise. Because I was brought up in such an environment, I know to accept people no matter their background or what differences exist. Up here, we tend to be the first to achieve new strides; the leaders if you will. Whether it be the whole inventing America thing or legalizing same-sex marriage first (shoutout to VT), we’re a bunch of movers and shakers.
Thank you for all four seasons. For the ski trips to New Hampshire but summers on the Cape. The fall Saturdays at the local apple orchard became an annual tradition. Although Mother Nature can at times be unpredictable and harsh, she taught us to always be prepared. We’ve never heard of anything other than all-wheel drive, and you can be sure that our wardrobe is divided into sections ranging from Vineyard Vines shorts to the entire North Face catalog.
Thank you for your fast pace. It has taught me to always stay on top of my game and strive for perfection. Although some people may frown upon Masshole driving, others take pride in this aggression and make it known that we (New Englanders) are always on a mission. Sorry we don’t stop to say hello to strangers on the street, we’re just too busy doing big things!
Thank you for the food that tastes like home. Lobster rolls, clam chowder, Boston cream pie, and all the other great food that we’ve become known for. And who could forget those two guys named Ben and Jerry that changed lives forever since they got their start in Vermont? Dunkin' over Starbucks any day of the week.
Thank you for the intellectual and challenging surroundings. The education is top-notch, and with Harvard, Yale, Dartmouth and MIT all in our neck of the woods, the level of achievement among college students at surrounding schools stays competitive. This of course carries over to becoming the home of some of the best hospitals, businesses, and workplaces in the country. What can we say? We're wicked smart.
Thank you for the energetic sports environment. Only in Boston would you hear “Free Tom Brady” chants all along the street. We are not left to compete with one another over teams in the six states, as we share them and the pride that they bring. Although the Red Sox, Bruins, Patriots, and Celtics all find their home in Massachusetts, the other five root for them as well (unless you find yourself in close proximity to New York and your loyalty falls with them). If you ask me, there is no better way to bring people together.
