OK, so maybe you weren’t born in Michigan. Maybe you came here from someplace else and now call the Mitten your home. Just be warned that you’re not really a Michigander until you’ve thoroughly initiated yourself with the local culture.

It takes some doing, but if you start with these 10 things, you’ll be well on your way to achieving Michigander status.

Have a look.

1. Have mastered the Michigan Left.
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OK, so in order to make a left, you must first turn right? Am I understanding this correctly?
2. Have learned the ins and outs of Euchre
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Anyone up for a game?
3. Have developed a healthy hatred for Ohio State.
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One of these days, Brutus. One of these days.
4. Have come to love Michigan beaches over anything the coasts have to offer.
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Who needs the salt water, anyway?
5. Have developed an unnatural craving for coneys.
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There's never a bad time for a Coney.

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6. You're well aware of who invented pop music.
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Home of Motown, techno, Detroit Rock City.
7. You've discovered the healing powers of Vernor's.
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Got a cold? Vernor's will fix that. Scrape your knee? A little Vernor's should do the trick.
8. You're thoroughly invested in the debate over what to do about the pot holes.
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Just fix them already!
9. As much as you've fantasized about leaving the state, you simply can't separate yourself from the great Mitten.
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It's that hand, it just keeps pulling you back.
10. You make it a point to see as much of Michigan's natural beauty as possible.
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Aww, isn't this nice?

So what do you say? Can you look us in the eye and say you’re a true blue Michigander? Or are there some things you need to work on? Tell us about it!

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