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Posted in Oklahoma November 28, 2015 by Ashley

17 Reasons The Entire Country Should Be Thankful For Oklahoma

The holiday season is a great time to reflect on the things in life we appreciate. We not only live in a great country, but a great state as well. The Sooner State is full of strong, generous and spirited people who have changed the course of history and made life a better place. I’m sure we are all grateful for Oklahoma, but here are 17 reasons why the rest of the country should be thankful for our wonderful state, as well:

1. Oklahoma is responsible for many life changing inventions, like the shopping cart.

2. And the Yield Sign.

3. And Voicemail.

4. Women around the country can thank Oklahoman, Jill Donovan, for Rustic Cuff jewelry.

5. Oklahoma is the birthplace of Walmart and Sam's Club founder, Sam Walton. Walton was born in Kingfisher, OK in 1918.

6. We are a top 5 producer of wheat in the nation.

7. And natural gas.

8. And oil.

9. And of course....cattle, so you can thank us the next time you eat an unbelievable steak.

10. We gave this country the delicious drive-in known as Sonic, "America's Drive In."

11. And this fabulous arts and crafts store.

12. And our famous Biscotti made by Tulsa's Nonni's Foods - the leading domestic baker and marketer of premium branded biscotti.

13. For the famous quote by "Oklahoma's Favorite Son," Will Rogers - "I never met a man I didn't like."

14. And for the world's greatest athlete, Jim Thorpe.

15. For advancements in space, as Oklahoma is the birthplace of 5 astronauts.

16. Oklahoma is home to Tinker Air Force Base - the world's largest military-aviation logistics center in the world.

17. We lead the nation as the top tire-producing state, and since you must have tires to drive, I'd say that's pretty important.

What else can the rest of the country thank Oklahoma for? Please share in the comments below.

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Ashley

Ashley has lived in Oklahoma for 25 years and is the Oklahoma staff writer for onlyinyourstate.com. When she isn't exploring Oklahoma, she enjoys visiting the beaches of California.