Everyone who calls Massachusetts home will argue with you to the end of time that we're the best state. Not only that, but the way we do things is completely normal. However, if you stray from the Bay State, you might realize that not everyone acts quite like a Bay Stater. From food habits to weather reactions, and even the way we speak, people that aren't from Massachusetts might think we're a bit odd. If you have these 11 odd habits, it's safe to say that you're at home in Massachusetts.
1. Asking for “the regular” even when you’re not at Dunkin’.
If you don’t know what "the regular" is, you might not be from Massachusetts. This is arguably the only way to drink your coffee.
2. Speaking of Dunkin’, always knowing where the closest Dunkin’ is.
It’s almost like people from Massachusetts have a Dunkin’ radar. We know the closest location at all times.
3. Getting in fights over clam chowder.
First of all, it’s chowdah. Secondly, don’t you dare put tomatoes in it. Lastly, we’ll take our rich and creamy New England chowdah in a bread bowl, please.
4. Taking your lobster on a bun.
Bay Staters are both classy and quick. There’s no better way to enjoy lobster than having a true Massachusetts lobster roll with a side of fries, Cape Cod chips, or fried clams.
5. Putting marshmallow fluff on your peanut butter sandwiches.
Marshmallow fluff was actually invented in Massachusetts, so it’s no wonder we all grew up eating these odd sandwiches. Fluffernutters are a Massachusetts favorite and it's probably your favorite dessert. Fluff and peanut butter go together better than jelly.
6. Asking where the “ding dong cart” is.
Speaking of dessert, anyone from Western Massachusetts knows the joyous sound of a ding dong cart.
7. Holding up your arm to show where something is on Cape Cod.
Also, warning out-of-towners about the tunnel.
8. Having a rep for road rage, but you’re just giving directions.
If you're yelling at someone to "bang a left", it can sound a bit crass—but we're just trying to help. Pop a you-y at the rotary.
9. Using the word “wicked” in a positive way.
Wicked is an adverb. Example: people from Massachusetts are wicked awesome.
10. Using Mother Nature as a fridge.
Winter in the Bay State might be frigid, but we use it to our advantage. The frigid weather makes for a great natural refrigerator.
11. Always taking a detour in the fall to embrace our beautiful state.
Everyone that calls Massachusetts home surely has dozens of fall foliage pics on their Instagram, but it’s understandable. Since our state is so cold for most of the year, we embrace fall to the fullest—even if it means going out of our way for it.
People who call Massachusetts home might have some "odd" habits, but we think it makes us all the more lovable. Do you have some odd habits from living in Massachusetts? We'd love to hear about your thoughts in the comments!
Are you still unsure if you're a true Bay Stater? Well, if you don't eat Massachusetts' most famous dish, you better fix that!
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