If you’ve lived here all your life, you probably already know or have these things. If you’re new to the state or will be relocating here soon, consider this your New Jersey survival guide. Life is much easier in our state when you have these 8 essential items.
- A winter coat
Flickr/ionascloset Winter is coming. It may only be July but in 6 more months get ready to freeze. You’ll probably want two winter coats, a warm wool jacket and a massive puffer for those zero degree days.
- A bathing suit
Flickr/anyjazz65 There are four seasons in New Jersey and summer gets hot. To cool down, we head to the shore, lake or nearest town pool.
- Bug spray
Flickr/Scott Kidder Mosquitoes are a serious problem in New Jersey. Ticks are an even worse problem. Enjoy spending time outdoors but make sure not to skimp on repellent.
- A GPS
Flickr/mroach You definitely don’t want to miss your Parkway exit. A u-turn can take forever during rush hour.
- An airbag
Flickr/Vic With our traffic and crazy New Jersey drivers, you’ll definitely be grateful for them. A horn is another must - have you heard of the Jersey sweep?
- Hair spray
Flickr/Basheer Tome So. Much. Humidity. And you know we love big hair!
- Lots of money
Flickr/Pictures of Money You need money almost everywhere but we all know our cost of living is astronomical. It’s worth it.
- A sense of humor
Flickr/y i v a People are always going to hate on New Jersey. They’re probably just jealous. Fuggedaboutit!
What else do you need to survive and thrive in our great state? Let us know what you would add to this list in the comments!
Flickr/ionascloset
Winter is coming. It may only be July but in 6 more months get ready to freeze. You’ll probably want two winter coats, a warm wool jacket and a massive puffer for those zero degree days.
Flickr/anyjazz65
There are four seasons in New Jersey and summer gets hot. To cool down, we head to the shore, lake or nearest town pool.
Flickr/Scott Kidder
Mosquitoes are a serious problem in New Jersey. Ticks are an even worse problem. Enjoy spending time outdoors but make sure not to skimp on repellent.
Flickr/mroach
You definitely don’t want to miss your Parkway exit. A u-turn can take forever during rush hour.
Flickr/Vic
With our traffic and crazy New Jersey drivers, you’ll definitely be grateful for them. A horn is another must - have you heard of the Jersey sweep?
Flickr/Basheer Tome
So. Much. Humidity. And you know we love big hair!
Flickr/Pictures of Money
You need money almost everywhere but we all know our cost of living is astronomical. It’s worth it.
Flickr/y i v a
People are always going to hate on New Jersey. They’re probably just jealous. Fuggedaboutit!
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