YOU KNOW YOU'RE FROM NEW JERSEY IF...
- You know that the only people who call it "Joisey" are from New York or Texas.
- You don't think of citrus when people mention "The Oranges."
- You know that it's called "Great Adventure," not "Six Flags."
- You've ordered a hard roll with butter for breakfast.
- You know what town Jon Bon Jovi is from.
- You hate New York drivers.
- You've known the way to Seaside Heights since you were seven.
- You've eaten at a diner, when you were stoned or drunk, at 3 am.
- Whenever you park, there's a Camaro within three spots of you.
- You remember "Two Guys" department store.
- You know that the state isn't one big oil refinery.
- You know that the state isn't all farmland.
- At least three people in your family still love Bruce Springsteen.
- The New Jersey Turnpike doesn't freak you out at night, and you're used to its "smell."
- You know that the toll road to the shore is "The Parkway," and not "The Garden State Highway."
- Even your school made good Italian subs.
- You know where to get good homegrown sweet corn from July through September.
- You know what a "jughandle" is.
- You know that a WaWa is a convenience store.
- At least one major highway is under construction at all times.
- You know how to properly negotiate a circle.
- You knew that the last question had to do with driving.
- You know that "Acme" is an actual store, not just a Warner Bros. creation.
- You only go to New York City for day trips.
- You address people as "youse guys." (Editor's note: Including females)
- In the 80's you wore your hair REALLY high.(Editor's note: Especially males)
- You know that people from 201 area code are "a little different."
- The Jets/Giants game has started fights at your school or local bar.
- You've eaten at Jersey Mike's.
- You live within 30 minutes of at least three different malls.
- You can see the New York City skyline from some part of your town.
- You know where Jimmy Hoffa is buried.
- You've been seriously injured at Action Park.
- You've gotten on the wrong highway trying to get out of Woodbridge Center.
- You've eaten a Boardwalk cheesesteak with vinegar fries.
- You have a favorite Atlantic City casino.
- You start planning for Memorial Day weekend in February.
And finally....
- You've never pumped your own gas.
Contributed by JULIECR
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