If you're one of the few people from the north-east at Mississippi State like me, I’m sure you’ll find these signs relatable. From the humid and hot air to the cultural differences of the south, moving across the country takes a bit of adjusting. If you're not one of these people, enjoy laughing at the struggles of being a north-easterner in a southern school.
1. You still have snow tires on your car. True story.
Turns out my dad didn't want to buy new tires and change them, so I've had snow tires on my car for the 3 years straight.
2. You dressed up for the first day of classes, only to realize that big t-shirts and Nike's are the new style here (which you are pumped about)
Turns out the North-east is a lot more formal, so seeing everyone vouch for comfy clothes made my life.
3. Every time you step outside you say “It’s so humid” without fail
The temperature is only a little hotter than summer's in Connecticut, but the humidity makes it feel 100 degrees hotter.
4. Your big collection of jeans and sweaters have no place here.
I prided myself in cute sweaters and jeans that fit just right, however all of those are collecting dust in my closet.
5. It feels like everyone here is so laid back, while everyone else wonders why you’re always in a rush
Ex: I have trouble sitting down for more than 45 minutes straight, I hate waiting in line to get food, and I'm always worried about homework.
6. While everyone is excited by snow, you’re so over it
I've had my fair day of high-school snow days, sledding and shoveling. Time to move on. It's really not that cool guys, I promise.
7. If you are Catholic, you're used to this being the norm and not standing out too much. Coming down South, you realize you probably should learn to defend your faith better being surrounded by Protestants.
I've always taken Catholic school for granted, but I after going to my first Tuesday-night Bible study, I realized I need to go back to the books.
8. You spend ridiculous amounts of money on plane tickets
$600 a ticket adds up to a buying a car every year...
9. Everyone else has an accent to you, but you have a northern accent to everyone else
-I'm still trying to say ya'll to try to fit in, but a part of me just can't do it
10. You realize just what a blessing fried catfish is
-Thank God for Catfish Fridays
11. It’s weird to you that things are actually closed on Sunday (cough, cough Chick-fil-A)
I thought Sunday was just an extension of Saturday. In the North, if a business is closed on Sunday it's very "inconvenient."
12. You gain 10 pounds because of Waffle House, after realizing that good food can also be ridiculously cheap
I mean who doesn't like the All-star breakfast for only $7? My waistline might not, but I do!
13. You think getting engaged in college is “too young” only to realize “ring before spring” is a thing.
In the North, it's normally education, job, than marriage. Coming down here and feeling like everyone is engaged makes me feel like I need to get married tomorrow.