Posted in Nebraska
January 18, 2017
17 Things Everyone Who’s Moved Away From Nebraska Has Thought At Least Once
Whether your family has been here for generations or you just moved here, Nebraska has a way of seeping into your soul. It becomes a part of you so that, no matter where you go, you take a little piece of this beautiful place with you. And if you have to leave, chances are you’ll think about it often. Just about everyone who has moved away from Nebraska has thought these things from time to time.
Every once in a while you'll come across a person in Nebraska who doesn't hold the door open for the person behind them...but even more often you'll encounter the people who see you coming from half a block away and stand there patiently holding that door. We were just raised like that.
There's probably some sciencey reason for this having to do with our latitude and elevation and that kind of thing...but we'd prefer to think of it as magic.
The chirping of crickets, the buzzing of cicadas, and the resounding calls of bullfrogs are a part of us. Most of us don't realize just how important those sounds are until we move away and no longer hear them.
The dome of stars overhead is one of the most spectacular sights you'll ever see. It doesn't get any prettier than right here at home.
It may sound crazy, but you get nostalgic for that powerful, blustery wind once you can no longer feel it.
Driving those country roads is like Nebraskan meditation.
We know what to expect out of a Nebraska winter, but when and how severe it's going to be is always a surprise.
There are peace and privacy in these sparsely populated places. In denser areas you can start to feel crowded.
They're full of quirky businesses, great people and small-town charm...and you won't find quite the same combination anywhere else.
Other states grow alfalfa, but those fresh-cut fields don't smell quite the same outside of Nebraska.
You haven't really lived until you've stood outside in a sudden deluge, watching the sky boil and hearing low thunder rumble for miles.
The quiet stillness and the fresh air are so soothing to the soul.
Is it the Huskers sweatshirt? The down-to-earth attitude? The constant nostalgia for Runzas? It's a mystery...but we can always spot each other even when we're away from home.
When you move away, Nebraska is always with you. Coming home makes your heart a little lighter every time.
Have you moved away from Nebraska? What other thoughts have you had about our fair state after you leave? Share your experiences in the comments!
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