Posted in Kansas
November 27, 2018
11 Pieces Of Sage Advice Every Longtime Kansan Would Give To New Residents
Living in Kansas isn’t hard, but there are a few things you might want to know. It’s a fantastic state to live in, full of friendly people and plenty of adventure. We don’t need mountains or oceans to make this place beautiful, either. What we have is stunning as it is. Here’s some advice from longtime Kansans to anyone wanting to live here.
It's something you might not think about when picking a home, but you'll be pleasantly surprised once you realize how beautiful they are.
Try them, too! Before you move in, make sure you feel right at home at local restaurants.
The first time your umbrella goes inside out and gets ruined, you'll realize why you need an extra strong one.
With your belongings inside it, of course. Whoosh!
It's even worse if you're wearing lip gloss, because then you're eating your hair on top of being blind.
You can take your hand off the wheel if you like, but most of these little waves are done in the few seconds of eye contact at a red light or while passing on small town streets.
One day you'll need one, I promise. Plus, they're great for stargazing in.
The sun and mosquitoes like to stick around whenever they can! I'd rather smell like bug spray than have all those bites on me anyways.
Maybe just start with "Hey."
You'll be surprised to hear that your new acquaintance went to high school with a distant relative of yours. You never know the connections you can have!
Kansas is a gorgeous landscape full of hills, rock formations, and plenty of wildlife. Just pick a direction and go!
If you have more advice, add it in the comments below! There’s a lot of stereotypes out there about Kansas and its residents, but don’t let them fool you. This is a great state with even better people. Even if some of the stereotypes are a little true.
