Everyone knows that life in Louisiana is a little bit…different…than everywhere. Here are 9 things natives of the state definitely learned growing up.

 

1) When it's sunny outside, you should be at a festival.
Flickr / Lindsay Attaway
Doesn't really matter which.
2) And when it rains---well go outside then, too.
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Find a puddle to splash in while you're at it.
3) Snowballs are for eating.
Photo by Infrogmation (talk) of New Orleans
And sharing with your friends.
4) Always put on bug spray.
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If you find someone the mosquitos love to bite--hang out with them as much as you can!

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5) When in doubt, wear mudboots.
flickr/ Amanda Bennett
And bring your umbrella!
6) The best way to beat the heat? Embrace it.
Bogue Chitto Tubing Center
Just get wet and float.
7) Even if he looks a little funny...he's still your best friend.
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Man's best friend, that is. Louisiana Catahoula Hound dog.
8) When life gives you lemons, take those lemons and make a delicious tropical drink!
Pat O'Briens
Aka the Hurricane.
9) And whenever you come back home to visit, there's always a porch waiting for you!
Flickr/Bjørn Bulthuis
With people who will always care about you.

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