If you've ever been to Dallas, or you're from Dallas, you know we do things a little differently. From our aggressive driving habits and sometimes excessive road rage, to our gathering of friends and families for a Cowboys watching party.
Dallas Texas is a huge metropolitan area, with a distinct culture. Dallas, by far, is the best city in Texas, and many residents will agree with this. The skyline is recognizable by people all over the world. Dallas is known for its bipolar weather patterns ranging from frigid cold weather in the mornings to beautiful 70 degree temperatures in the afternoon. Residents in Dallas are not even phased by tornado warnings anymore.
Dallas residents have a way of connecting and distinguishing themselves from other Texans. So, here's 11 signs that you're from Dallas:
1. The Dallas Skyline.
The familiar sight of the Reunion tower, and Bank of America Plaza serves as a reminder of a place you call home.
2. You think Dallas is better than Houston.
Lets face it, Dallas is superior to Houston in so many ways (except maybe baseball), from the people, the weather, to the culture.
3. You Consider brunch a hobby.
Being able to enjoy brunch on a sunny Sunday afternoon with friends is simply the best thing about living in Dallas.
4. You know someone from Plano.
They're everywhere. You can't escape them, but that's perfectly fine.
5. You've only been to an HEB outside of Dallas.
Queue audible gasp. That's right, we don't have an HEB, no one knows why. So don't even ask.
6. Having Dallas Cowboys merchandise.
Whether you love or hate them, either way, you have that one shirt or hat to support the home team.
7. A piece of you died when Big Tex burnt down.
Fact: New Big Tex will never compare to the o.g. When this iconic Dallas symbol burnt down, a piece of every Dallasite's heart went with it.
8. Taking the DART is second nature.
Though not practical for everyday use, We all know DART is a great substitute for driving especially when heading Downtown where parking can be a bit of a hassle.
9. You know the difference between Dallas, Dallas and the DFW area .
Dear Plano residents, you're not fooling anyone into thinking you're from Dallas.
10. Tornado warnings don't phase you.
Is it really spring without a few tornado warnings?
11. At the end of the day, you love Dallas and all it's quirks.
You take pride in letting it know that you're from the best city in America. There's a soft spot in your heart for Dallas and the people.
