Things I have learned since moving to the Midwest - 1 Grit

1. Scarves actually have a purpose. They are not just a winter accessory. They are not just for looking pretty. There are also actual ways to tie a scarf and if you don't tie it here, it will be blown away in a Midwestern gust.

2. The ground is not stable here for several months out of the year. In GA, the ground does not suddenly betray you and send you flying. Here, even if it doesn't look particularly slippery, the ice will take you down. It will TAKE YOU DOWN!

3. People here are not cold. They are polite. They think they are minding their own business. If you are from the South though, you will think they are being cold. The difference is that they are being rudely polite. Southerners are politely rude. These midwesterners just don't get it, bless their hearts.

4. The weather can change drastically without a whole lot of warning. Tomorrow is supposed to be 56 degrees and Monday is supposed to be 15. Niiiiice...

5. A lot of people that live here are actually from here.

6. They really do have the best corn. And Wisconsin really does have the best cheese. Although I cannot handle the squeak from the curds.

7. There are a LOT of Democrats here. Be careful about expressing opposing views. Or just rant on your blog instead.

8. Americans are pretty much the same everywhere. Most of us are good most of the time.