Being on the East coast, you know that one of the most iconic states is the Keystone State, where some of history’s most celebrated figures resided in some of the US’ most historical cities. A true Pennsylvanian knows about the Quakers, Benjamin Franklin, William Penn and that, of course, Pennsylvania has the best shape out of all the other states with its almost perfect rectangle design. Whether you are from Philly or Harrisburg, here are the 19 signs that show you are an absolute Pennsylvanian.
1. You know how important Punxsutawney Phil is.
Will he or won’t he see his shadow?
2. We say PA. Never Pennsylvania.
Saying Pennsylvania is a sign you are not from PA.
3. You have tried at least one Philly Cheesesteak.
It’s mandatory (since you live in the same state!)
4. Potholes are EVERYWHERE.
Street work happens every other day and every time at least one pothole appears after. ALWAYS.
5. You have had at least one krimpet, cream-filled chocolate cupcake or mini apple pie.
Tastykake: What else is there to say?
6. Whenever you hear about a city in PA, you get…
HAPPY! (And do a Carlton dance in your head.)
7. You know the difference between UPenn and Penn State before you even go to high school.
The difference is so real.
8. You know Hershey, PA is the capital of the greatest thing known to man: chocolate.
Hershey chocolate ring-a-bell?
9. The phrase “going to the beach” doesn’t ring any bells.
But “going down the shore” does!
10. Going to Wawa to get a hoagie every other day is quite normal.
I mean, where else are you going to get it?
11. You have seen the arts in Philadelphia at least once.
Again, you are in its homestate!
12. When summer vacations come along your family is stuck between going down the shore and up to the Poconos.
It may not be for a lifetime but you can never get that summer week back!
13. You can spell “Schuykill” in your sleep.
Not kidding.
14. You love “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.”
Especially if you’re from Philly!
15. Whenever you hear “snow day,” you know that it usually means…
Two snow days! But it also means less spring break days. Thanks [insert School District here].
16. You know how passionate sports fans can be.
*cough* Eagles fans *cough*
17. Wedding receptions often take place in fire halls.
Only in PA.
18. Alcohol is quite hard to come by.
Don’t even think you can get it from a convenience store.
19. Whether you come for summer vacation or to live (for an extremely short time) after school…
PA will always be there to welcome you home (Just like Hogwarts!)
So, PA collegiettes, do you display any of these signs?