If You Do These 11 Things Outside Of West Virginia, You May Get Some Strange Looks
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Robin Jarvis
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Some people just don’t get it and may think West Virginians have a few quirks. But even if we do, we embrace the things that make us unique. And we’re always prepared to shrug off an unsolicited stare or unwanted criticism whenever we’re traveling and do any of the following normal-to-us things:
It can be oh-so difficult to hold our tongue when it happens. But afterall, when someone from Bah-ston visits West Virginia, we don't tell them they should be saying "Boston," do we? Still... just hearing App-a-LAY-shun makes us shudder, even if we're being polite by not correcting someone on their own turf.
Most people outside of the Mountain State don't even know what 'slaw' is... you have to practically spell it out and say the full word, 'coleslaw,' and then be prepared for the looks you'll get.
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People may not understand the primal instinct to always respond accordingly when you hear "let's go... " But they have to admire our loyalty and enthusiasm WVU.
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It's perfectly normal to say "waRsh" instead of "wash." We don't sound funny, they do!
... because you'd rather get up early and go deer hunting for most of the day.
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... and ask where is the nearest bridge you can jump from.
Do it anywhere in the Mountain State and you're likely to get a chorus going with a group of total strangers; but outside the Mountain State you're likely to get some rude stares.
... with a casserole featuring RAMPS. You'll probably be allowed to stay, but your dish may be escorted off the property.
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