Growing up in West Virginia, you come to learn that the world beyond our state borders thinks a lot of different things about us. Like that we all play in a bluegrass band or that if you are from Boone County, you have obviously partied with Jesco White! Well, I’m here to put these stereotypes to a hault!
Peace? Serenity? These mountains are more than just beautiful. They are amazing. They are incredible. West Virginia is the most beautiful place that I have ever been. I have never loved a place more than I love my home state. Yeah, we have mountains. And we should be known for them, because they are stunning!
A little piece of me dies every time someone says this. Here is a clearly defined picture of BOTH Virginia and West Virginia.
Two states. Different states. Totally different places.
Nothing is wrong with being a redneck! However, we aren't ALL rednecks! I think I can speak for all West Virginians when I say we all at least know some rednecks, whether they are friends or family or ourselves, but just because we have some rednecks does not mean that we all are!
Get over the Wrong Turn movie. They weren't even filmed in West Virginia! They may take place in our state, but they have given this beautiful place an awful name. No, I don't call anyone "Uncle Daddy" or kiss my cousin. I have normal teeth and I speak English and I have never dated anyone in my family.
No, really, we aren’t that weird! We may have some interesting characteristics, but we aren’t as extreme as being inbred and cannibalistic! This state is honestly really beautiful and the people that live here are usually wonderful!
What unusual things have people said to you about this mountain state? Comment below!
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