People from Michigan tend to stick out wherever we go. It's the little things, from the way we talk to our obsession with the weather, to our lifelong sports rivalries. Let's face it, it's in our blood. So just how does one spot the weird behavior of a Michigan native? We've got some ideas, so let's take a look at a few weird things about Michigan.
1. We refer to stores like Meijer, Kroger, and JC Penney in the possessive form
"Hey, can you pick up some milk while you're at Meijer's?"
2. We find ourselves having to turn on both the A/C and the heater on the same day
Sometimes you need it, sometimes you don't.
3. We have our heaviest jackets and winter clothes on hand well into April or May, because we never know if the weather will suddenly take a turn for the worse
Better to be prepared.
4. We consider construction just another season in the year
Let's see, we've got winter, summer, construction... And maybe fall. This is one of those stereotypes in Michigan you are bound to run into. (Like a deep pothole)
5. We have a distinct hatred for our Ohio neighbors
It's more of a healthy disdain.
6. We use the word “pop," not “soda.”
Clearly, soda's for baking
7. We smother our hot dogs in meat-only chili, mustard, and diced onions
And never ketchup!
8. We show people our palm when we want to tell them where we live
Who else has a "hand"y GPS at the ready everywhere they go?
Another weird thing about Michigan is that we have our fair share of ghosts and hauntings - like the infamous Felt Mansion:
Tell us, what are tell-tale signs of Michigan stereotypes that you have experienced?
On a similar note, check out these six photos you'll only understand if you are living in Michigan.
https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/michigan/photos-youll-only-understand-if-you-live-in-mi/
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