If there is something that we South Dakotans enjoy, it is going big or going home. Think about it: we carve world-famous monuments out of rocks, endure ridiculous blizzards, and then shortly thereafter deal with severe spring and summer weather. Speaking of which, are you prepared for tornado season, which is slated to begin in late April? While being prepared for these damaging summer storms isn’t easy, South Dakotans cannot help but think these 7 things as tornado season approaches:

1. "I'm glad tornado season is approaching, because that means it is almost summer and we can finally look forward to the thaw."
Flickr/Dave C.
Always looking ahead, we are!
2. *After first tornado hits*
"Is it winter yet?"
Flickr/zman z28
Always looking ahead, we are! ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
3. "Alright, Shawn Cable: How are we supposed to watch the storm if you are telling us to barricade ourselves in the basement?"
Flickr/USDA NRCS South Dakota
I mean, for being a scientist, this guy doesn't have a whole lot of common sense! (Downstairs + no windows = no picture taking.)

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4. "This year, I am finally going to get out and chase a tornado!"
Flickr/P. A. H
We all think this until we remember the damage from the last storm and decide against it (or decide to still try but can't manage to find it).
5. "I pray we never have to live through another Tornado Tuesday."
Flickr/Arnaud Froment
Do you remember Tornado Tuesday? If you lived in SoDak in 2003, you do, as it broke the then-record for having the most tornado touchdowns in a single day for one state. Sadly, the storms caused $13.5M in damages and - worse yet - killed two and injured 19.
6. "Will Shawn Cable interrupt every show I'm watching this summer by announcing constant tornado watches?"
Flickr/Brielle King
When he's not telling us to run for cover, he interrupts The Bachelor. The gall of some people!
7. Finally: "Am I wrong to be looking forward to this?"
Flickr/Matt M.
As long as no one gets hurt and there is no damage done to farmland, homes, and/or businesses, tornadoes are really quite the sight to see.

Before tornado season arrives, be sure to enjoy these 5 Picturesque Trails In South Dakota That Are Perfect For Winter Hiking.

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