12 Things People From Alabama Always Have To Explain To Out Of Towners
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Jennifer Young
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When it comes to living in Alabama, there are many things that out of towners just don’t get. Whether it’s our food choices, or our special dialect, there are several things only a true Alabamian can fully understand.
Listed below are 12 things that Alabamians are always having to explain to out of towners.
We may sound different, but our accent is what makes us who we are.
Sure, there are several farms located throughout Alabama. However, that's not all you'll find here.
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Alabama is home to some of the finest universities in the country. Not to mention, Huntsville, "The Rocket City," is one of the smartest cities in the nation because of its connection to NASA.
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Hands down!
Say what you will about our love for college football. To us, it's not a sport. It's a way of life.
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It just isn't the same any other way.
Considering how much we play it, you'd think it was.
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And Greenbow, Alabama is not a real place.
Those boring red tomatoes just won't do.
People from other states either say "soda" or "pop." Here in Alabama, we simply say "coke" whenever there's any mention of a soft drink.
And no matter how much you complain, it won't change a thing.
What are some other things Alabamians are always having to explain to out of towners?
To learn more about Alabamians, check out our previous article: 13 Ways You Can Always Spot Someone From Alabama…No Matter Where They Are.
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