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You know you're from Washington(actually, a lot of these only apply to Western Washington)(I also commented on these, but when I wrote these comments, I was writing them for people that are probably outside the state) when...

You know the state flower (Mildew)(what a very sad flower it is)

You feel guilty when you don't recycle.(Doesn't everyone...? If I threw a pop can in the garbage I'd never forive myself.)

You use the phrase "sun break" and know what it means.(It's kind of obvious what it means...)

You know more than 10 ways to order coffee.(Try more like 15+)

You know more people who own boats than air conditioners.(Eh, nowadays it's a little bit more even)

You feel overdressed wearing a suit to a nice restaurant.(Yeah, you rarely see people in suits in nice restaurants.)

You've stood on a deserted corner in the rain waiting for the "Walk" Signal.(what a pathetic place we live in, but I've done it countless times)

You understand that if it has no snow or has not erupted, it is not a real mountain.(Duh. Just duh.)

You can taste the difference between Starbuck's, Seattle's Best, and Tully's.(It's a fine art to drink)

You know the difference between Chinook, Coho, and Sockeye salmon.(Copper River salmon tis my favorite)

You consider swimming an indoor sport.(Yes, mostly)

You are well versed in the difference between Japanese, Chinese and Thai food.(I don't like Thai. You should see how many oriental restaurants there are around here.)

In winter, you go to work in the dark and come home in the dark -- while only working eight-hour days.(Yeah, that's pretty much right.)

You never go camping without waterproof matches and a poncho.(Everyone should do that....)

You are not fazed by "Today's forecast: showers followed by rain," and "Tomorrow's forecast: rain followed by showers." (No, no I am not. It makes perfect sense. If only you understood.)

You have no concept of humidity without precipitation.(Is there such a thing?)

You can point to at least two volcanoes, even if you cannot see through the cloud cover. (*points* )

You notice "the mountain is out" when it is a pretty day and you can actually see it.(There's a lot you can do with the mountains, like tell if it is going to rain in the next couple of days, and when it's a pretty day and etc.)

You've actually used your mountain bike on a mountain.(That's kind of what they were made for...)

You think people who use umbrellas are either wimps or tourists.(WIMPS!!!)

You knew immediately that the view out of Frasier's window was fake.(It's kind of a given.)

Half your friends work at Microsoft or Boeing.(Everyone works for them. It's like they're frikkin taking over the world. My dad works at Boeing for heaven's sake.)

You know the exact location of fifteen drive-thru espresso stands in your neighborhood.(Do you want me to name them too? Because I willll!)

You understand what people mean when they say 'pop'.(It's pop. Not soda. Not soda pop. Just pop.)

You consider a floating bridge a pain in the butt, not an Engineering marvel.(Trust me, it's nothing special to see.)

You know what lutefisk is.(Any Scandavian or Protestant should know too.)

You personally know someone from Alaska.(Yes in fact I do.)

You know how to pronounce: Sequim, Puyallup, Rainier, Enumclaw, and Issaquah. (If you can't freakin say Enumclaw or Issaquah I would have to consider you not so bright. I guess I can be lenient towards Sequim and Puyallup, trust me, it's not what they seem to be pronounced.)

You've actually ordered a half caff/decaf, nonfat mocha Grande with raspberry whip (or know what it is). (It is soooooooooooooooooooooooo good!)

The bride & groom registered at REI.(Hey, REI clothes are like......brand name.)

If someone ran your car off the freeway, you might drown.(I don't want to drown! Hey, this could be true for anyone being run off a bridge too...)

You'd be miffed if the store were out of your favorite brand of water.(It's sad how true that is for some people here.)

You know what an orca is and what it looks like. And you don't call it a killer whale.(If I hear someone call them a killer whale then I personally will smack them upside the head.)

You hate it when people from Oregon or Idaho are around. If you see a New York liscense plate you yell at them to get out of your state as you drive by. (Aren't we so hospitable? But it's true, we hate out-of-staters.)



Well, these are you know you're from SEATTLE when....

You Remember the Kingdome(I have a piece of it in my closet, how sad is that?)

You've been "snow" skiing in the RAIN more than in the snow.

You know what I mean when I say "fish-tossers".

You have roots in Oregon, Idaho or Montana, but wanted a high paying job.

When you're discussing rainforests and volcanoes, you're NOT talking about Hawaii.

A "designer" wardrobe comes from REI, Eddie Bauer, Lands End, and Birkenstock.

You use more than 5 words to order a cup of coffee. "I want to order an unleaded, double, short, skinny, wet cappuccino with a shot of Amaretto please." (*ahem* I would like a tall, nonfat, creme frappuccino with a shot of peppermint please. *smiles sweetly*)

You consider it a sunny day if the sun is visible at some point of the day. (Very, very true.)

You have a very strong opinion about where your coffee beans are grown, and you can taste the difference between Sumatran and Ethiopian. (Guatemalan coffee is the best of all!!!)

Heh... Some of those are pretty funny...

You know you're from Washington when you think eveeryone else (Especially Californians) are TOO DAMN WHINY!!!
Or, when you go to another state and the first thing you ask a local is "Where's a coffee shop?"

Haha that's great. 4laugh Yeah I can't stand out-of-staters (except for Oregoners and Alaskans) and I can't stand being out of the state. (unless I'm in Canada, Alaska or Oregon). And yeah I actually have family in Alaska. REI ROCKS. And I am very particular about my caffine and fish. :3

OMG Beautiful Washingtonian moment:

New Nebraskan neighbor of mine: "Wow, it's really green in Washington."
*it starts raining*
Me: "Yeah...it's green for a reason."

It's like Washington is on my side. X3

rofl All totally true. rofl

What?? Tacoma has culture?! Since when??

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