- Spelling out Ohio is a common form of greeting.
- There actually are cities, Ohio is not just made up of farms.
- Everyone is either from Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, Dayton or a small town.
- The phrase “and Michigan still sucks” added on to any sentence is always welcomed.
- Buckeyes are not merely nuts, they are also delicious combinations of peanut butter and chocolate to which Reese’s cannot compare.
- “Oval Beach” is the best beach … it’s the only beach … and it’s not actually a beach.
- Every football Saturday is the equivalent of a national holiday.
- 24 astronauts came from Ohio.
- Tractors are not only used on farms, but they are also used for transportation (and they are not very conducive to the flow of traffic).
- Two-lane highways without street lights are real.
- High school sweethearts exist beyond high school. Their cute social media posts may induce nausea.
- When people mention Miami they are not usually referring to Florida.
- U-turns are illegal; attempt at your own risk.
- When people say they need a sweeper they may be referring to a vacuum. Always clarify when asked to sweep a carpet.
- There are high schools with graduating classes that have more people than some Ohio towns.
- LeBron returning to Cleveland evokes many strong emotions.
- Ohio sports fans reveal the idyllic optimism that many Ohioans possess.
- Buckeye Spirit is felt across the entire state; if you are purple and polka dotted but you cheer in scarlet and gray, you are accepted.
- Soccer is a big deal in Columbus, the city has its own professional team. Crew games are a blast!
- Take advantage of Discount Tickets (D-Tix) at the Ohio Union, you are going to want to see Columbus.
- Marcella’s is one of the best restaurants in the Short North, even if you are gluten free, vegan, vegetarian or lactose intolerant!
- Just because it is raining doesn’t mean it won’t be sunny within the next ten minutes.
- … The reverse is also true; always carry an umbrella.
- Snow boots are a great investment.
- Presidential elections in Ohio are times every four years Ohio when receives more attention than any other state.
- I talk funny. (I’m from Chicago).
- Ohio has their own version of a hot dog. It includes both corn and mashed potatoes — I am still not sure how I feel about that.
- People live with animals that are not their pets.
- The summers are humid; you will start sweating when you open the front door.
- Jeni’s ice cream does the impossible: makes a dessert out of cayenne pepper.
- All roads will forever be under construction, you cannot escape it.
- Ohio is the heart of the U.S., it will worm its way into yours.
- Most importantly, one day you will realize that while Columbus may be a temporary home, it becomes a place that will forever be a home away from home. 🙂
Next week stay tuned for Connor’s post, The 34 Best Instagram Opportunities on Ohio State’s Campus!