20 Things You Must Know About Dating A Minnesotan

If you find yourself falling for a Minnesotan, here are a few things you ought to know…

You have to be truly nice or it won’t last.

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You should probably also be well versed in interpreting sarcasm and passive aggressiveness. Because MN nice just means they won’t be overt in their insults.

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Meeting the parents will probably involve hotdish.

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They will call it “pop” and you shouldn’t laugh.

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They’ll want to bring you on a trip, up north to the lake, because MN is beautiful.

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If you’re afraid of boats, you’re sunk.

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Minnesotans tend to be very loyal. Which is probably why you’ll end up with one.

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They will always be able to show you up when it comes to craft beer.

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And ice cream.

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And fried foods.

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Speaking of fried foods, you had better be prepared for years of the MN state fair. Because you can’t miss a single one.

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If you’re lucky enough, they’ll introduce you to the Juicy Lucy, and change your life.

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You can’t complain about the cold. They’ve always been through worse.

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They will be tougher than you, without a doubt.

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Just because they’re from MN doesn’t mean they grew up on a farm. They’re probably from the suburbs.

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You should never insult Prince, or Bob Dylan.

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Apple picking is another couples activity that you hopefully idealize, because it’s pretty much inevitable.

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Someone in their family will have a stereotypical accent. Be ready for it.

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They can probably drink you and anyone you know under the table.

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Minnesotans are usually humble, but you had better not insult their state, or they’ll take you down.

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Here’s to your happily ever after in the Land of 10,000 Lakes!