In Maine, we have a specific way of doing things. We’re happy to entertain your ideas, but when it comes down to actually changing our ways…probably not going to happen. If you’ve got any friends from Maine who you’re looking to make mad, here are just a few things you might try to really make us cringe!

1. Walk out of Marden's without buying it.
Maine Memes / Facebook
We just can't bear to watch it. We all know what happens after that...
2. Talk about your snowstorms like they're a big deal.
Maine Memes / Facebook
No matter how much snow you get, we're not going to call it a blizzard unless it really is one. This is what we do in a snowstorm in your state. We know snow.
3. Act like all of Maine is the same.
Maine Memes / Facebook
If you think Maine is all Portland and Freeport, head to the purple part. Then let's talk!
4. Pronounce this place like it rhymes with the month of May.
Maine Memes / Flickr
For whatever reason you find yourself in Calais, make sure you practice saying it before you get to Maine.
5. Serve us a lobster roll full of mayo.
Wally Gobetz / Flickr
The lobster in the lobster roll should be very obvious.
6. Post photos of how much fun you're having in the sun.
Maine Memes / Facebook
At least this year. These past few weeks, I think we've all just come to terms with the fact that Spring won't be happening in Maine this year. Thanks for trying mother nature.
7. Give us a Moxie.
Maine Memes / Flickr
This stuff is just gross. But, okay, okay. Before you get mad - we know this can be a polarizing subject. Let's just all agree to disagree. And mostly let's just not drink Moxie.
8. Speed through the backroads in moose country.
That Guy DouG / Flickr
It's not cool. It's dangerous. And you're probably going to break your face.
9. Get our Portland confused with that of another state.
Maine Memes / Flickr
For the last time, WE WERE A PORTLAND FIRST. The one in Oregon came nearly a hundred years after us.
10. Tell us you want to get a famous lobster roll...no mater how long the line.
Maine Memes / Facebook
We love sharing our lobster bounty with the rest of the countr. But please, when you come to visit, trust that we can find you a good example of a lobster roll without waiting in line.
11. Serve us a lobster dinner with the claw bands still on.
Bryan Bruchman / Flickr
Please take those off before cooking.

And, while we’re talking about things that annoy Mainers, check out these things you should do before the tourists arrive in Vacationland!

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