Welcome To Idaho

Here is a list of things I have learned about living in Southwestern Idaho that will help you navigate without sounding like a foreigner.

1. They hate Californians. Why no other state is beyond me. So don't mention if you're from California. Or if you are brave enough to, just make sure you say how temporary it was or how much you hated living there. Lying in this situation is perfectly acceptable in order to mesh with the locals.

2. It's Boy-See not Boy-Zee when pronouncing Boise. That is a huge giveaway.

3. When you pass someone on the highway it is always on the right. Passing on the left is unheard of. The left lane is scary.

4. It's Que-Nuh not Koo-Nuh when pronouncing Kuna. But no one lives there anyways so you're probably fine.

5. Eagle is where all the richies live.

6. Your cashier can and will talk to you throughout the whole checking out process. They'll ask about your mother's brother's cousin and comment on your food choices.

7. If you see a license plate that starts with 2C then they are automatically bad drivers. Avoid them at all costs. But that'll be hard to do 'cause they'll be driving 5 under the speed limit in the left lane. (In this case the left lane is not scary, but you have to drive slowly).

8. Your neighbor, upon meeting you for the first time will most likely give you the spare key to their house. Just in case.

9. Lastly, they're the most genuine and kind people you'll ever meet. Unless you're from California.


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