Midwest Living is Good Living
Simple Midwest Living
As I network with people throughout the country and get to know their cultures, I’m always curious to what they think of Midwest living. So, I asked a few people that I’ve developed relationships from different regions of the country. Two out of three said, “Don’t you just farm there?” I couldn’t help but laugh, because I’ve never even lived on a farm! Yes, our land is covered with fields, cows and other livestock, but there’s more to what the Midwest has to offer. So I invited them each for a vacation to defend my argument, although I told them all not to come between November to April.
FOUR SEASONS
We, in the Midwest, experience all four seasons, although it’s really one long season and three itty bitty ones. Winter usually extends from November to end of April. Actually as I’m writing this post on April 15th, we’re currently in the mid of a winter storm warning and have 15″ of snow! Although Winter is lovely during the holidays, when March 1st hits, I’m usually ready to pack away my snow boots and enjoy the Spring bloom. Spring doesn’t last long and it’s usually pretty sloppy and wet as the flowers begin to rise from the ground, but that’s what leads us into what feels like the shortest season of all. Summer!! Oh sweet, sweet summertime. Summers in the Midwest are made for sandy toes, beach hair, BBQs, bonfires, fairs and music. Summer never seems to last long enough and the colors begin to change as we welcome Fall before the Winter hibernation starts over again. We welcome change.
SIMPLE LIVING
A Midwest lifestyle is simple. We don’t have to donate a kidney for the cost of living. Did you know the cost of a gallon of milk is only $2.39? We’re probably the most laid back, easy people you’ll ever meet. We know how to drink beer, throw a great tailgate party and embrace our great space.
MIDWEST BUMMERS
Sure living in the Midwest has it’s drawbacks like any part of the United States. The only things open at 12 a.m. are bars and Wal-Mart, and trust me you don’t want to go to Wal-Mart at 12 a.m. [insert barf emoji]. Also, everything is sprawled out. It’s hard to walk or jump on city transport to get somewhere. Usually you have to drive to a lot, park and ride. Funny thing is, those parking lots are actually called “Park and Rides.” 😉
At the end of the day, your neighbor is always willing to lend a hand. Welcome home!
Mic drop.
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