There’s no place like Maryland and growing up here can sure leave its mark. Take a look at these 11 weird side effects and see how many you relate to.

1. You consider square pizza to be a totally normal occurrence.
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Ledo's for life!
2. You know that the best time to go grocery shopping is during a pro football game...
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Unless you're glued to the television, of course...
3. And that the worst time is right before a snowstorm.
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Need bread, milk, or toilet paper? Forgeddaboutit.
4. You consider Old Bay to be the spice of life.
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When I die, please mix this with my ashes, thanks.
5. You prefer boardwalk fries to be drowning in vinegar.
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The more, the better.

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6. You become somewhat aroused at the sight and smell of steamed crabs.
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Get in my belly!
7. You've been ingrained with road rage from birth.
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It's a gift we're all given in case of Maryland traffic.
8. Even when you're out of state, you have an overwhelming urge to scream "O!" during the National Anthem.
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It's a state pride thing.
9. You consider the Maryland flag to be a thing of beauty.
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And you want it all over your body, car, house...
10. You're a certified crab cake snob.
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And you're pretty proud of that fact.
11. You'll always root for this love story.
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Relationship goals.

These side effects are only the beginning. Any others you can think of? Share below!

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