While we Illinoisans are proud of our culture and upbringing, we have to admit there are a few side effects that make us a little stranger than everyone else. From food preferences to driving habits, there’s something unique that happens to a person who grows up here.
Growing up in this state causes some weird side effects. Keep scrolling to see if you experience these 10 strange things.
- You only eat produce like strawberries and corn when it is in season - and you like it best from a roadside stand.
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- You’re not able to give distance in miles because you only understand it in increments of time (aka hours or minutes).
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- You are always alert for deer and other animals while driving. You wouldn’t want one to smash up your car.
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- You have an undeniable obsession with cheese, and you like it best fried.
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- Almost everyone in your town or thereabouts is related to you in one way or another.
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- You don’t trust politicians because many that have come through Illinois have been bad to the bone, from Governor Rod Blagojevich to Congressman Mel Reynolds.
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- You expect to get Casimir Pulaski Day off - even though you have no clue why it is considered a holiday in the first place.
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- Even if you hate Chicago, you still have a soft spot for delicious and filling deep dish pizza pies.
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- You’re used to freezing temperatures, and you’ll wear shorts and flip flops whenever you please despite the conditions.
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- But you’re also conditioned to dress in layers - Mom was typically right about not forgetting your jacket.
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For more ways to check your status as an Illinoisan, don’t miss 10 ways living in this state ruins you.
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What other side effects do you get from growing up in Illinois? Share your thoughts with us below!
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