When You Move From Ohio To Michigan
Start writing a post
Student Life

When You Live In Michigan, But Are From Ohio, You Get Fed Up With These 6 Assumptions

What is an Ohio State Buckeyes' fan doing up here in University of Michigan territory?

306
ohio and michigan
Instagram

I was born and raised in Ohio, although I did live for a short while in Florida when I was 10. I moved to Michigan when I was 18 to attend Eastern Michigan University.

While I love it here in Michigan and don't plan to move back to Ohio, meeting Michiganders is always interesting. Telling everyone I meet in college that I am from Ohio is often met with the same comments. I am so tired of hearing the unoriginal jokes about the Buckeye state.

While my state isn't perfect, it is definitely not as Michiganders claim it to be. I am reclaiming the jokes and rude comments on my state.

1. "There's nothing to do in Ohio."

Facebook.com

This is just plain false. There are all sorts of things to do in Ohio. Cedar Point, the coolest roller coaster park in the world, is located in Ohio. Kalahari, the African Wildlife Safari, the Cincinnati and Toledo zoos, Lake Erie, Put-in-Bay, Amish country, and so much more is in Ohio.

2. "What is an Ohio State Buckeyes' fan doing up here in University of Michigan territory?"

facebook.com

To begin, I am not a Buckeyes' fan and I will never be a Buckeyes' fan; why did you just assume I was because I am from Ohio? There are plenty of other teams to root for. I am a Florida State Seminoles fan so there are no issues with me up here in Ann Arbor.

3. "All you have is corn field after corn field."

pixabay.com

As you drive through Ohio, yes, you will see a good amount of cornfields. Ohio also has many small country towns; however, there is plenty of big city action. Columbus, Cincinnati, Toledo, and Cleveland are all huge cities with lots of action. Go visit one of them if you want a big city feel!

4. "Your state is the worst!"

facebook.com

This is just not a nice thing to say. I don't ask you where you are from and tell you it's not a nice place to live so why I am getting the same treatment? Also, I consider my state to be Michigan now after three years of living here so you are actually just calling your own state the worst.

5. "Ohioans drive too slowly..."

facebook.com

No, Ohioans don't drive slower than Michigan drivers; Ohioan drivers drive more safely than Michigan drivers. Also, the Ohio speed limits are slower. If you want to complain about the 65mph speed limits on the highway, contact the state government; don't blame the drivers obeying the law.

And don't call me a bad driver simply because I am from Ohio. I am not a bad driver and I keep up with all of you Michiganders on the road just fine.

6. "Do you go to Waffle House and Chik-Fil-A all the time?"

facebook.com

No, I do not go to either of these restaurants. When I was growing up, my mother never let me eat at Waffle House because she found it disgusting (it is) and the nearest Chik-Fil-A was 45 minutes from our house. Now that I am an adult, I don't eat meat so I wouldn't go out of my way to eat Chik-Fil-A and I still find Waffle House disgusting.

When you respond that these places are Ohio staples, so of course you must visit them when you go to Ohio, it sounds to me like you're talking positively about Ohio.

If you are an Ohioan living in Michigan reading this, I know you feel my pain. If you're a Buckeyes' fan, I am sorry! Life has to be hard for you up here!

If you are Michigander, you are not being original with these lame comments. Come up with something better! Or just don't say anything about Ohio at all.

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.

88605
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?

56485
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