14 Undeniable Things Every True Bostonian Has Done At Least Once
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Juliet White
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There are some experiences and activities that are just part of life when you’re a Bostonian. From fun to frustrating, most locals will have done these 14 things at least once:
We're lucky to have easy access to the Charles River Reservation, a 20-mile-long, waterfront green space. This is one of many parks scattered throughout the city and it's a favorite of many Bostonians.
Even those who moved here from another state and started life with different sports allegiances can admire the oldest ballpark in the MLB.
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Some may say overly, but we'd say appropriately; it's all a matter of perspective but, regardless of the sport, fans here have team devotion down.
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Some things are still appealing, come rain or polar vortex.
Well, if the line's too long, we can walk a few blocks in any direction and find an alternative location.
Whether it's a head-to-head chowder contest or an argument about which eatery dishes up the best fried clams, indifference isn't an option.
...whether it be potholes that could double as Hellmouths or cobblestones in the dark.
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From driving sideways because we're several lanes over from the one we need, to treating our blinker like it's ornamental, we've all been the "Masshole" at least once.
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Smaller ball, same number of pins. This version requires much more skill that chucking a regular-sized bowling ball down a lane.
Likely more than once!
Pick a cause. Pick a Common (Boston, Cambridge). Bring a sign. We're not shy about sharing how we feel about events on the world stage.
Some call this kind of behavior crazy, but those folks aren't as tough as the average Bostonian. Bomb cyclone? Well, the dog still needs walking and that snow isn't going to shovel itself.
It's on it's way... eventually. It probably just got stuck in traffic on Storrow Drive.
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How could anyone look at this and not be spellbound by its beauty? We feel incredibly lucky to call Boston our home.
How many of these oh-so-Bostonian things have you done? What else would you add to the list? Share your thoughts and suggestions in the comments below!
Still need convincing that Boston is actually heaven on Earth? Here are a few more reasons why this city is the best in the world and, if you don’t live here (yet), check out this list of reasons why you should definitely move to Boston.
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