New Orleans is a place for unique souls—and lots of die-hard traditions. So if you have lived in New Orleans for a while, there are certain things that you would never do, no matter what. Here are some of those things that you would never catch someone from New Orleans doing.

1) Showing up exactly on time
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New Orleanians are not known for being prompt. But they are known for giving you time when you need it...and saying hello to whoever they may pass along the way. I'm not sure it would be possible to do both--and I'm glad it's that way.
2) Forgetting to celebrate someone's birthday
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Birthdays, anniversaries, baby showers--people from New Orleans don't miss an opportunity to celebrate!
3) Not wearing a costume
Flickr.com / Julen Landa
If there is any situation where you could be wearing a costume, you can bet the people from New Orleans will be wearing a costume.
4) Buying crawfish from china
Wikicommons / Melimama
If you are in Louisiana, you get crawfish from Louisiana. Period.
5) Missing a chance to hear live music
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If it's out there, you can bet people from New Orleans are listening.

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6) Not showing up in style
Flickr.com / Tom Head
Whatever the event, you can bet people from New Orleans will be there with bells on.
7) Staying seated when the music gets turned up
Flickr.com / soozums
Sitting down on the dance floor is another no-no, unless you are like this cutie, waiting for the music to come on.
8) Being too serious
Flickr.com / Alan King
Have you ever heard of a Jazz Funeral and Secondline? People from New Orleans will be there when you need them---but be there with a smile on their faces.
9) Running out of food at a party
Flickr.com / BrutalSoCal
This is one faux pas that people in New Orleans just won't stand for--they'll run out to the grocery store if they have to!
10) Coming to a party empty handed
Flickr.com / Andre Charland
And if you're invited--New Orleanians know you should bring a little something. It makes it all the better for everyone!

Do you have any others that you would add to this list? What would you never catch someone from New Orleans doing? Let us know in the comments below—we love to hear your feedback!

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