11 Things Other People Hate About Colorado… But We Love

As hard as it is to believe, some people just don't care for Colorado (*cough* people who come here from California and complain about how it is nothing like home *cough*)... crazy, right?! Now, if you are like me, you may be wondering what there is to dislike about our beautiful and colorful state, which is why I did some digging and found that it is these 11 things that outsiders hate but we can't help but love:

1. The Broncos...

You outsiders are just jealous because we make TERRIBLE and completely unnecessary losses look good!

2. ...John Elway...

If Colorado were a patriarchy, John Elway would be the king...

3. ...and Peyton Manning

...and Peyton the prince.

4. The smell of weed

The skunky smell of cannabis = the smell of money, as Colorado banked over $200M+ in tax revenue in 2016 alone.

5. Extreme weather

In the winter, we get blizzards and in the summer, we get tornadoes... no matter the scenario, we are either going to be out in it skiing or watching it from the porch.

6. Rocky Mountain Oysters...

Don't knock deep-fried-cow-you-know whats until you try 'em!

7. ...and expensive beer

Just one sip of one of our local craft brews and you will understand why we willingly pay 3x the cost of most domestic beers.

8. Traffic...

Eh, we actually hate this, too (and feel very strongly about the idiot who thought having only one major road running north and south was a good idea).

9. ...and Casa Bonita

This one is actually reverse, as Coloradans HATE Casa Bonita and tourists love it.

10. Altitude

How to spot a tourist: It's the person complaining about feeling dizzy/lightheaded/sweaty at 5280+.

11. Biking/walking everywhere

Seriously: Why would anyone want to drive when getting around by two wheels or foot is so inexpensive and convenient?!

For even more Centennial State humor, click on 12 Foolproof Ways To Make Someone From Colorado Cringe.