by admin | Jan 9, 2013 | The Big 5-0
It’s time for O-H-I-O in The Big 5-0. For Ohio, one obvious theme I considered is the state’s position as an all-important swing state. However, since I was making this shortly after the election, I was still rejoicing that I was finally free from the ever-present political ads and I just couldn’t bring myself to do anything related to politics. That left me with one option: football. As a former resident of the state I can confirm that Ohioans LOVE their football. High school, college, NFL – it’s all football, worthy of epic tailgating. There’s 49 more where this came from – Click...
by admin | Jan 8, 2013 | The Big 5-0
Now in The Big 5-0: North Dakota. North Dakota has the distinction of being the least visited state in the U.S. In fact, North Dakota is probably best known for the movie Fargo, much of which takes place in Minnesota. Good movie though. Visit the rest of the states...
by admin | Jan 8, 2013 | The Big 5-0
Minnesota is next in the The Big 5-0 doncha know. As a Minnesotan, I considered going all out for this design, breaking out all the Minnesota stereotypes. In the end, though, I decided to keep it simple. After all, Minnesotans are not showy; they let you cut in front of them if you’re merging, they open the door for you, they give directions when asked (although in rural areas those directions may reference a barn that is no longer standing). “Minnesota Nice” is a stereotype I’m happy to be associated with, and in the winter it can get damn cold (the official term), so it’s safe to say Minnesota is “Nice & Cold.” You betcha. You know, some folks would click here to see more...
by admin | Jan 7, 2013 | The Big 5-0
Up next in The Big 5-0 is Michigan. Ask any Michiganer where they live and one of two things will happen. 1. They will turn their left hand around and point to where in the mitten they reside. 2. They will reply, “in the U-P.” Regardless of the answer, you will smile and nod and have no idea what just happened. Want to see more? Click...
by admin | Jan 7, 2013 | The Big 5-0
Up next in The Big 5-0 is Massachusetts. In Massachusetts, pronunciation is more of an art form than a set of logical rules. Consonants are optional and the letter “r” is removed from some words and added to the end of others (“save the ‘r’s for later”). Other words are just straight-up mispronounced. It’s one part charming, one part aggravating. How would you say these? (hint: you’re wrong) Worcester Quincy Peabody Billerica Tewksbury Think this is wicked awesome? Click to see...
by admin | Jan 7, 2013 | The Big 5-0
It’s New Hampshire’s turn in The Big 5-0. As a current resident of the great state of New Hampshire, I can say that the state has a unique vibe. There is a feeling that is equal parts “Welcome to our state” and “Leave me the hell alone.” New Hampshire prides itself on being different. Don’t want to wear a seat belt? No problem if you’re over 18. Income tax? Just say no. If New Hampshire was a kid, it would be the kid in the corner coloring outside the lines. Just because. View the rest of the gang...
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