{"id":40336,"date":"2015-03-20T17:23:50","date_gmt":"2015-03-21T00:23:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/?p=40336"},"modified":"2015-03-20T17:23:50","modified_gmt":"2015-03-21T00:23:50","slug":"leaving-new-jersey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/leaving-new-jersey\/","title":{"rendered":"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>1. The Night Usually Stops At Last Call<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-1.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User TheeErin (cropped)<\/div>\n<p>If there\u2019s one thing you\u2019ll miss more than anything else after leaving New Jersey, it\u2019s all of the 24\/7 diners. Serving up exactly what you need any time of the day, very few other states have half as many late night dining options.<\/p>\n<h2>2. The Closest Wawa Might Be A Flight Away<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-2.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User ryaninc<\/div>\n<p>It\u2019s no secret that tons of New Jerseyans are addicted to their daily Wawa fix. Unfortunately, this convenient store meets gas station gets much harder to find the moment you start travelling west.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Hope You Know How To Pump Gas<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-3.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User Goldberg<\/div>\n<p>While pumping your own gas might be illegal in this state, unless you\u2019re moving to Oregon you\u2019ll be expected to fill up your own car. This can be quite the surprise for Jersey drivers that haven\u2019t spent much time outside of the Garden State yet.<\/p>\n<h2>4. You\u2019ll Never Find A Bagel Worthy Of Your Taste Buds<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-4.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User m01229<\/div>\n<p>Growing up in Jersey means you\u2019ve been spoiled when it comes to this early morning favorite. Once you leave the Garden State, expect every other bagel to be a letdown.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Forget About Finding Great Pizza, Too<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-5.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User flickr4jazz<\/div>\n<p>Everyone in Jersey knows they\u2019ve got the best pies on the East Coast. Unfortunately, that stays true pretty much true nationwide, meaning if you\u2019re out for a slice anywhere else in the country, you\u2019ll probably finish your meal disappointed.<\/p>\n<h2>6. You\u2019ve Got Some Major Stereotypes To Overcome<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-6.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User Mario Segovia<\/div>\n<p>New Jersey is one state that the media loves to rip on. Expect people you meet to let out a slight groan when they here you\u2019re from the Garden State, probably followed by a worn out joke.<br \/>\nDon\u2019t let this get you down. New Jersey is much better than most out-of-staters think it is. You\u2019ll just have to convince them that everything they\u2019ve been told is wrong.<\/p>\n<h2>7. But, Seriously, Everyone Will Think You Know Snooki<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-7.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User b0jangles<\/div>\n<p>One of the most common sources that most people get their Jersey stereotypes from is the popular television show \u201cJersey Shore.\u201d<br \/>\nEven though this program has been off the air for several years and the stars aren\u2019t even from Jersey, people will still expect you to have the entire guido-filled cast on speed dial and will probably be surprised when they realize you don\u2019t follow a strict gym, tan, laundry regiment.<\/p>\n<h2>8. Take Advantage Of The Ocean Before You Say Goodbye<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-8.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User seeareelem<\/div>\n<p>Nothing makes for a better summer day than going down the shore. Most states around the country won\u2019t make it quite so easy to get a little sand between your toes.<\/p>\n<h2>9. You\u2019ll Discover You Have Quite The Accent<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-9.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User Brian Lane Winfield Moore<\/div>\n<p>The first thing everyone you meet will point out is the way you talk. You might not have the exaggerated accent that\u2019s heard on television, but it will still be easy for people to guess where you\u2019re from the second you open your mouth.<\/p>\n<h2>10. Driving Won\u2019t Be Quite So Intense<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-10.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User randychiu<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re used to driving on the East Coast, anywhere else will seem like a breeze. A driving style that\u2019s filled with honking horns, crowded lanes, and flipped birds, you might want to lower your intensity on the road if you leave this part of the country.<\/p>\n<h2>11. \u201cSo You Went To New York All The Time, Right?\u201d<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-11.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User marco_n65<\/div>\n<p>Just because people know New Jersey is close to New York, they\u2019ll assume you live most of your life on the streets of NYC. After all, \u201cwhy else would someone live in Jersey?\u201d<br \/>\nWhether you make a trip there once every few years or you commute to New York City daily, make sure that everyone you meet knows that your heart will always be in Jersey.<\/p>\n<h2>12. People Will Still Be Surprised By Who You\u2019re Cheering For<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-12.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User NYCMarines<\/div>\n<p>Even though most people assume that New Jersey is basically an extension of NYC, they\u2019ll still question your loyalty when they discover that you\u2019re cheering for mostly out-of-state pro teams.<br \/>\nIt won\u2019t seem as strange when they realize several of those teams actually play their games in New Jersey.<\/p>\n<h2>13. Cut Back On The Swearing A Bit<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-13.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User Family O\u2019Ab\u00e9<\/div>\n<p>New Jerseyans are famous for their colorful language. In fact, according to studies on this subject, New Jersey always breaks the top 5 states across the entire country for profanity.<br \/>\nWhile this means that it\u2019s not uncommon to hear a few select four-letter words slip into seemingly every Garden State conversation, some parts of the country don\u2019t have such a relaxed view on cursing. You might have to tone it down a bit to avoid insulting your new friends.<\/p>\n<h2>14. You\u2019ll Miss Good Italian Food<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-14.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User stevendepolo<\/div>\n<p>Regardless of whether or not you\u2019ve got family ties in Italy, it\u2019s hard to deny the impact that the Italian culture has on the Garden State, especially when you\u2019re talking about food. It\u2019ll be a lot harder to find authentic homemade pasta when you leave.<\/p>\n<h2>15. No More Jughandles!<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-15.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User CarbonNYC [in SF!]<\/div>\n<p>A dreaded feature of New Jersey roadways, one perk of leaving is that this strange way of making a left hand turn isn\u2019t too popular elsewhere in the country.<\/p>\n<h2>16. Some Might Assume You\u2019re A Gambling Pro<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-16.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User Bev Wager (cropped)<\/div>\n<p>While every Jerseyan knows that most of the gambling population in Atlantic City is made up of bachelor parties and retired folks, outsiders assume this is basically an East Coast Vegas. They\u2019ll be shocked when your luck at the local casino isn\u2019t somehow better than theirs.<\/p>\n<h2>17. Good Luck Finding Fans To Cheer On Your Alma Mater With<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-17.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User Nick Perrone<\/div>\n<p>Home to teams like the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, Seton Hall Pirates, and the Princeton Tigers, you\u2019ll struggle to find a bar showing your team\u2019s \u201cbig game\u201d outside of the Garden State. It\u2019ll be even rarer that you bump into someone wearing the colors you love so much on the streets.<\/p>\n<h2>18. People You Meet Will Assume You Have Mob Connections<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-18.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User mkosut (cropped)<\/div>\n<p>Thanks to popular shows like \u201cThe Sopranos\u201d and \u201cMob Wives,\u201d outsiders tend to assume that mob culture is still a huge deal in Jersey. Sure, there\u2019s still probably a presence in certain circles, but the average Jerseyan won\u2019t be able to just call up the neighborhood mob boss at will.<\/p>\n<h2>19. It\u2019s Called The \u201cGarden State\u201d For A Reason<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-19.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User USDAgov<\/div>\n<p>New Jerseyans are a bit spoiled when it comes to fresh produce, as this state\u2019s extremely diverse and vibrant agricultural industry brings some of the tastiest and freshest products to grocery store shelves.<br \/>\nYou\u2019ll be hard-pressed to find another place in the country that will meet your expectations when it comes to eating fresh and local. And you can just forget about decent cranberries.<\/p>\n<h2>20. There Is No North, Central, And South Outside Of Jersey<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-20.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User ozmafan (cropped)<\/div>\n<p>Unless someone you meet grew up in Jersey, they\u2019ll probably have no appreciation for how diverse this tiny state really is. They\u2019ll assume that it\u2019s basically just a metropolis that\u2019s just more of NYC.<br \/>\nThe only way they\u2019ll ever really understand what makes your state so awesome is if you bring them back for a visit.<\/p>\n<h2>21. Some Terms Don\u2019t Travel<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-21.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User Katie@! (cropped)<\/div>\n<p>New Jersey has an entire set of words that are only really used in this part of the country. Expect terms like Bennie, Piney, and Shoobie, along with many others, to fall flat when new friends hear them.<\/p>\n<h2>22. No One Will Understand Your Bon Jovi Pride<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-22.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User ejmc<\/div>\n<p>A hometown hero in these parts, New Jersey has mad love for this aging rocker. Most people you meet in the rest of the country might be able to sing-a-long with a few of his hits, but they\u2019ll never consider him family.<\/p>\n<h2>23. People Won\u2019t Share Your Fear For The Jersey Devil<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-23.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User Camera on autopilot<\/div>\n<p>A legendary creature said to stalk the Pine Barrens of South Jersey, no one outside of Jersey has even heard of this guy. Don\u2019t expect them to believe the horror stories stemming from this tale.<\/p>\n<h2>24. Get Used To Longer Drives<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-24.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User r.nial.bradshaw<\/div>\n<p>In a state that\u2019s so small with so many people, drives to other Jersey destinations don\u2019t take very long. If you move to somewhere that\u2019s a bit more isolated, expect to spend several hours in the car before you reach your destination.<\/p>\n<h2>25. Good Luck Finding A Devils Fan To Watch The Game With<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-25.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User C.P. Storm<\/div>\n<p>While this NHL team is very popular in the Garden State, their fan base is pretty much isolated to the North Jersey region. If you\u2019re a die-hard fan that\u2019s leaving, you\u2019ll probably have to buy a special cable package if you want to catch any of the regular season games.<\/p>\n<h2>26. Toll Roads Aren\u2019t Everywhere<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-26.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User Boston Public Library<\/div>\n<p>While tolls roads are a way of life in Jersey, whether you\u2019re paying for them or driving miles out-of-the-way to dodge them, many people around the country have never even been through a toll booth.<br \/>\nThere\u2019s a good chance you\u2019ll be headed somewhere that doesn\u2019t charge you every time you want to get from one place to another.<\/p>\n<h2>27. Most Places Aren\u2019t In A War Over Meat<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-27.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User istolethetv<\/div>\n<p>Every New Jerseyan is well aware of the battle raging between the people that call their state\u2019s favorite meat the \u201cpork roll\u201d and those that prefer \u201cTaylor Ham.\u201d<br \/>\nPeople outside of Jersey don\u2019t really care. You can even expect a struggle when you\u2019re merely convincing new friends to try to pork-based processed protein, let alone getting them to weigh in on what it should be called.<\/p>\n<h2>28. The Exit You Take Probably Won\u2019t Matter As Much<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-28.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User MPD01605<\/div>\n<p>While you might be used to describing where your New Jersey home is by using a highway exit number, most people in the country don\u2019t do this. Get used to saying your town\u2019s name or expect that you\u2019ll have to clarify.<\/p>\n<h2>29. You New Home Will Probably Be More Boring<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-29.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User John-Morgan<\/div>\n<p>New Jersey really is the best of both worlds. It\u2019s got great beaches, access to several huge cities, and one of the most beautiful shorelines in the country. That\u2019s a trifecta that very few other places in America can compete with.<\/p>\n<h2>30. You\u2019ll Never Have More Jersey Pride<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/citybuzz\/2015\/03\/nj-leaving\/njl-30.jpg\" alt=\"30 Things They Don\u2019t Tell You About Leaving New Jersey\" style=\"width:600px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"source\">Source: Flickr User MPD01605<\/div>\n<p>It can get a little hard being a New Jerseyan that\u2019s not in New Jersey thanks to the many misconceptions that most Americans have about this state. But you\u2019re a strong New Jerseyan, you\u2019ll have no problem letting how awesome your state really is shine through.<br \/>\nPlus, even if you leave New Jersey, take comfort in knowing that your old friends will always welcome you back. Once you\u2019re a Jerseyan, you\u2019re a Jerseyan for life.<br \/>\n<b>What do you miss about New Jersey? Tell us in the comments below!<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1. The Night Usually Stops At Last Call Source: Flickr User TheeErin (cropped) If there\u2019s one thing you\u2019ll miss more than anything else after leaving New Jersey, it\u2019s all of the 24\/7 diners. Serving up exactly what you need any time of the day, very few other states have half as many late night dining options. 2. The Closest Wawa Might Be A Flight Away Source: Flickr User ryaninc It\u2019s no secret that tons of New Jerseyans are addicted to their daily Wawa fix. 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