9 Ways Living In Maryland Ruins You For Life

Living in Maryland is living the good life. So good in fact, that when you leave temporarily or move away completely, you start to notice that things are missing. Perhaps living in the Old Line State has spoiled you, and all other places in comparison fall short. Here are 9 ways living in Maryland ruins you for life.

Crabcakes anywhere else will never live up to your expectations.

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Where else do you have beaches, bays, mountains, farmland, and cities all in one state?

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Yell “O” during the National Anthem anywhere else and you’re just a jerk.

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You’re overly cautious when driving anywhere else. WHAT DO YOU MEAN THERE ARE NO SPEED OR RED LIGHT CAMERAS?!

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You can’t comprehend paying money to lie on the beach.

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Because sunrises just aren’t the same as they are over the Chesapeake Bay.

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If you move to any other state, the flag won’t be as cool as this one.

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You’re instantly disappointed when you show up at a beach with no wild ponies.

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You have too much Maryland pride. So much in fact, that you’re willing to fight anyone who trash talks your beloved state.

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Living any other place than Maryland will just never be the same.