10 Surefire Signs You Have Strong Roots in New York
John Williams
Author
If you grew up in New York State, you are going to have to come to accept certain realities, some of them good (the food, the people, the scenery) and some of them not so good (the weather). But whether you grew up Upstate, in the Finger Lakes, in the Hudson Valley or really anywhere else in New York, you know one thing is for sure: This is the best state in America. As you know, New York State is way, way more than New York City, and if you are proud of your roots in New York, you should check out the Wear Your Roots brand and let everyone know where you come from. Below are ten signs that you know you are from New York.
1. If there’s a big snowstorm coming, you aren’t all that worried.
2. If you’re going on a vacation, you are going to want to do it by some water.
3. You know all the iconic small town restaurants, and you know they are better than the big chains.
4. Pools are cool, but do you know what’s better? Swimming in natural water.
5. You never know what’s going to happen with New York weather, so you dress accordingly.
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6. You have the best taste in the best local food—the kind of New York staples that aren’t better anywhere else in America.
7. You take advantage of the many scenic drives available in the state, and always take a longer route home.
8. You love that New York is a truly four season state, even though you might grumble a bit when the weather gets really crummy.
9. You hate it when people think that because you live in New York, you must be from New York City.
10. No matter where you might travel to, you end up coming home.
New Yorkers who truly want to wear their roots should check out the Wear Your Roots website. Click the link and use the coupon code NewYork10 to get ten percent off your next order. This list really is just the tip of the iceberg, so if any of you come from New York and want to add to it, we would love to hear from you. And for those from outside the state—welcome. We made a great guide of the best places to visit in New York that’s perfect for locals and tourists alike.
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