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 stores.
....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 remember the song from the Palisades Park commercials.
....You know what a "jug handle" 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 "you's guys."
....In the 80's you wore your hair REALLY high.
....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 Fat Mike's.
....You live within 20 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 Mall.
....you've eaten a Boardwalk cheesesteak with vinegar fries, and Funnel
Cakes.
....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.
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