1. You’ll Never Find A Better Sports Team Than The Steelers
When you found out you were leaving Pittsburgh, the first thing you probably felt was guilt that you were abandoning the city that gave you The Steelers.
But then you realized you can be a Steelers fan anywhere, and God knows you will be. Your love for this team could never be broken by physical distance.
2. You’ll Probably Sleep With Your Terrible Towel Like It’s A Security Blanket
Now that you’re so far away from home, chances are you cuddle with your Terrible Towel like it’s a security blanket every single night.
It’s your not-so-subtle way of reminding yourself every night before bed that you’re still a Pittsburgher, and a Steelers fan, no matter where you live.
3. And, By The Way, You’re Going To Flinch When People Pronounce It “Steeeelers”
It’s pronounced “Stillers”, not “Steeeeelers”. Unfortunately, everyone you meet will most likely mispronounce it from now on.
4. Get Ready For People To Give You Weird Looks When You Call Them “Yinz”
Most Americans have heard “y’all”, but they’ve never heard “yinz”, as in. You are going to get some stares when you use this slang.
5. And More Weird Looks When You Ask For A “Sammich”
For some strange reason, the rest of the world does not like to use the word “sammich”, even though Pittsburghers know it is the correct terminology to use when referencing a delicious sandwich.
6. Speaking Of Sammiches, You’re Going To Miss The Ones That Have Coleslaw And Fries
You’ll find yourself regularly wondering why anyone would make a sammich that doesn’t have coleslaw and fries on it. But you’ll never come up with an answer because there isn’t one that makes sense.
7. And When You Ask For A “Jumbo” People Won’t Know What To Do
Jumbos AKA fried bologna sandwiches are the best. You know that? I know that. We all know that. And yet, for some reason, Pittsburghers are the only ones calling these delicious things “jumbos.”
8. No One Will Know What You Mean When You Say You Want Chipped Ham
It’s only the most flavorful, delicious way to eat your ham. How have you even made it this far in life without chipped ham?
9. The Whole Lawn Chairs In Parking Spaces Thing Won’t Fly Outside Of Pittsburgh
In Pittsburgh, it’s perfectly normal to reserve your parking space using lawn chairs and other various household items you have lying around. However, don’t be surprised if you use these tactics in your new city and it’s not well-received.
10. Everyone Is Always Going To Ask You About Philadelphia, Even Though You HATE Philadelphia
When you tell people you’re from Pennsylvania, they’ll probably immediately assume you’re from Philadelphia. When you *gently* correct them, they’ll still probably ask you a million and one questions about Philadelphia.
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11. People Might Even Go So Far As To Assume You’re A Flyers Fan
Once people start making assumptions that you’re from Philly, they may even go so far as to make assumptions that you’re a Philadelphia Flyers fan, even though you’re obviously all about the Penguins.
12. From Now On, You’ll Have To Call A Buggy A “Shopping Cart”
When you leave Pittsburgh, one of the first things you might notice is that everyone around you calls buggies “shopping carts”, so be prepared to explain yourself if you ask for a “buggy” and people respond, “Like…a horse and buggy?”
13. And Get Used To “Vacuuming” Instead Of “Redding Up With A Sweeper”
Note to recent deserters of Pittsburgh: once you leave, you’re going to have to vaccuum. No more “redding up with a sweeper” like you’re used to.
14. You’re Not Going To Find People As Tough As You
Pittsburgh as a city has had to endure a lot of ups and downs, particularly when it comes to economic hardships. So you’re not about to cry over a little spilled milk.
That being said, the rest of the world is probably not as tough as you are so you may have to soften your Iron City heart just a tad if you want to fit in elsewhere.
15. So Not Everyone Is Going To Take Kindly To You Calling Them A “Jagoff”
In Pittsburgh, it’s totally acceptable to call someone a jagoff. Usually people know you’re just messing around, but even if you aren’t it isn’t a big deal in Pittsburgh.
Elsewhere, however, people may look twice at you. Though, that doesn’t really matter: if they have a problem with you, they’re probably just being a jagoff…
16. You’ll Never Find A Better Gas Station Than Sheetz
One of the first things you’ll realize when you leave Pittsburgh is how silly and ridiculous all other gas stations are. If they’re not Sheetz, complete with its delicious food, great coffee, and affordable convenient store, then they really just don’t make sense.
17. You’ll Have To Get Used To People Giving Directions Using Actual Directions (North, South, East, West…)
Growing up in Pittsburgh, you’re used to giving directions based on various locations and places that probably burned down before you were even born.
You’re just so used to giving directions based on random landmarks that it may be kind of difficult to get around your new town (and even more difficult to help someone else get around!).
18. All Other Baseball Stadiums Are Going To Pale In Comparison
The Pirates Stadium is, by far, the most gorgeous baseball stadium in the United States. Therefore, you are probably going to be sorely disappointed when you try to catch a game in your new town or city.
19. And So Will Other City’s Bridges
They don’t call Pittsburgh “Bridge City” for nothing–this city has some gorgeous bridges with some breathtaking views. So don’t be surprised if all of the other “famous” bridges you encounter seem a little less awesome than the ones you grew up driving over.
20. People Will Think You’re Weird For Eating Heinz By Itself
Because the Heinz factory is located in Pittsburgh, you’ve grown up your whole life eating Heinz on everything. Or on nothing.
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21. No Other Amusement Park Will Ever Come Close To Kennywood
You’ve tried it all: Six Flags, Busch Gardens, even Disneyland. But nothing feels quite as homey, or quite as wonderful, as Kennywood Park. It’s just the only amusement park you really love with all of your heart.
22. Your Mouth Will Water For Pierogies, Only To Realize No Other Pierogies In The World Compare
Pittsburgh knows how to do Pierogies. And with such a large Polish population living in the city, this totally makes sense.
But when you leave Pittsburgh, you have a hard enough time finding people who even know what pierogies are let alone people who know how to make them right!
23. Not Everyone Understands The Importance Of Mr.Rogers As Much As You Do
Mr.Rogers is a Pittsburgh icon. And while there are people outside of the state who appreciate him, they don’t quite get just how awesome he really is. Which will mean you’ll just have to convince everyone you meet of his greatness.
24. Driving Is About To Get A Whole Lot Easier For You
Nowhere in the planet has as bad of traffic as Pittsburgh. Which means: Congratulations! Wherever you moved, at least you’re not driving here.
25. You’ll Miss Hearing The German Language. And Eating German Food…
Pittsburgh has a very large German population, and a Deutschtown that has some of the greatest German food and beers in the world. So don’t be surprised if the Oktoberfest celebrations you attend outside of Pittsburgh simply pale in comparison to what you’re used to.
26. No Other Nightlife Will Ever Make You As Happy As The Strip Does
Regardless of whether or not an outside might consider The Strip in Pittsburgh to be the best nightlife around, to a Pittsburgher “The Strip” is an area full of the best bars, clubs, restaurants, and entertainment venues in Pennsylvania. So, naturally, nightlife elsewhere will never quite live up.
27. You’re Not Going To Be Called “Hon” As Much As You’re Used To
Whether it’s a waitress at a small mom-and-pop diner or the cashier at the grocery store, chances are they’ll call you “hon” when you’re in Pittsburgh.
This will not always be the case when you leave the city. Try not to take offense: some people just aren’t as nice once you leave Pittsburgh.
28. Those Things You Grew Up Calling “Hoagies” Will Most Likely Now Be Called “Subs”
For some strange reason, the rest of the world thinks “hoagies” are called “subs”. You may have to order a “sub” in order to get what you want, but this doesn’t mean you should stop correcting them regarding the incorrect terminology.
29. No One Else In The World Pronounces Iron Correctly…
Everyone in Pittsburgh knows you pronounce “Iron” as “Ahrn”. However, this is not the case outside of the city, so it’ll naturally drive you crazy once you leave.
30. And You Will Forever Miss The “Ahrn” City
You don’t just like the “Ahrn” City–you LOVE it. It’s your home. It’s filled with beautiful people, gorgeous bridges and buildings, delicious food, unique cultures, and–of course–the best football in the country. So if you’re homesick, you should be.
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