10 Weird Side Effects Everyone Experiences From Growing Up In Missouri
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Liz Oliver
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There is no better place in the Midwest to call home than Missouri. We have amazing sports, great beer, unique food, big cities with small town vibes, and the friendliest residents. Growing up in Missouri is great but there are some rather interesting side effects including…
Whether you're from the bigger cities or small rural towns there is no better place to grow up than Missouri. It truly is the best of the Midwest.
With some of the best Agriculture programs at our colleges and universities people here are proud to become farmers. Did you eat today? Thank a farmer!
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Missourians love their sports teams. We will show up rain or shine, sleet or snow. We are either bundled up for that Chiefs game or sweating it out at Kauffman and Busch Stadium. Either way we're there cheering on our teams!
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We know the jokes. Just fill up and move on.
We don't all wear camo in public but we all know someone who does. Heck, you probably had a camo day at least once during high school.
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If you're from the east side of the state it's likely you loathe the Rams. If you're from the west side of the state you've been loving the Chiefs all your life and you're happy to welcome some new fans to the Kingdom.
Here in Missouri we can get every season packed into one week. So don't be surprised when we show up with an overstuffed suitcase. It's better to be prepared for the elements and we know from experience.
Barbecue from outside of the Show Me State just can't compare. We love that sweet and smokey barbecue sauce and burnt ends are eaten on purpose. Trust us, we know what were doing with our meats.
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Although the Border War may be over it lives on in our hearts. Honestly, we're still hoping for another match-up so we can add to those Football wins!
Missouri has really embraced the craft beer boom. It's no surprise really with our deep history in the American brewing scene. So grab a cold one in Missouri and enjoy good beer with some friendly people.
Missouri is really a great place to call home. What is your favorite part about living or growing-up in the Show Me State? Share it with us in the comments below.
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