11 Things You Have To Do Before You’re An Official Alabamian

If you've recently moved to Alabama, or you've lived here your entire life, does that make you an "official" Alabamian? Not necessarily. However, by doing the 11 things listed below, you'll be well on your way.

1. Choose a side: University of Alabama or Auburn University.

2. Take a trip to one of Alabama's beautiful Gulf Coast beaches.

3. Learn Alabama's special language.

4. Become familiar with the history that makes Alabama a great state and sets it apart from the rest of the U.S.

5. Add more fried foods to your diet.

6. Learn to navigate I-65 like it's nobody's business.

7. Be able to handle Alabama's hot and humid summers.

8. Understand that fried green tomatoes are more than just a movie.

9. Find yourself a favorite swimming hole.

10. Learn the words to Alabama's unofficial anthem: Sweet Home Alabama.

11. Realize Alabama is the PERFECT place to call home.

Which of these 11 things have you done? What other things can be added to the list?