{"id":42866,"date":"2015-07-30T15:36:13","date_gmt":"2015-07-30T22:36:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/?p=42866"},"modified":"2015-07-30T15:36:13","modified_gmt":"2015-07-30T22:36:13","slug":"30-things-people-always-ask-when-youre-from-california","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/30-things-people-always-ask-when-youre-from-california\/","title":{"rendered":"30 Things People Always Ask When You\u2019re From California"},"content":{"rendered":"

1. How Many Famous People Do You Know?<\/h2>\n

\"Joel<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user alexis fam<\/div>\n

Zero.<\/p>\n

2. Why Do You Eat So Much In-N-Out?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user Fumiyaki<\/div>\n

Because it\u2019s awesome. And inexpensive. And everyone who works there is nice.<\/p>\n

3. Are You A Pro-Surfer?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user kevcole<\/div>\n

More likely, I\u2019d be a pro-skater if I\u2019m living in California<\/a>–most of the state is not located on the water. Though there are plenty of surfers around as well.<\/p>\n

4. What\u2019s Living In Hollywood Like?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Flckr user Noodles and Beef<\/div>\n

Expensive, and pretty overwhelming. Which is why most Californians do not live there.<\/p>\n

5. Do You Drink A Lot Of Wine?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user Derek Key<\/div>\n

Yes. The vineyards call to all Californians.<\/p>\n

6. Do You Have A Medical Card?<\/h2>\n

\"Medical<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user Damien Gadal<\/div>\n

Maybe. Who wants to know?<\/p>\n

7. Do You Love Mexican Food?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Mi Zacatecas Mexican Food via Facebook<\/div>\n

If you lived in California and didn\u2019t love Mexican food, we\u2019d be worried about you.<\/p>\n

8. Do You, Like, LIVE On The Beach?<\/h2>\n

\"People<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user Nancynance<\/div>\n

I live in a home. I go to the beach.<\/p>\n

9. Is Your Life Just Like The O.C.?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Giphy<\/div>\n

Seriously?<\/p>\n

10. You\u2019re From California–Why Are You So Pale?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user Martin Wickery<\/div>\n

You know there are clouds in Northern California, right?<\/p>\n

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11. Have You Seen A Wildfire?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user Marion Doss<\/div>\n

The answer is probably yes, unfortunately. There\u2019s plenty of drought to go around in California.<\/p>\n

12. Is The Traffic Really The Worst In The US?<\/h2>\n

\"Traffic\"
\nSource; Flickr user JEff Turner
\nNot gonna lie to you: Yes.<\/p>\n

13. Why Do You Eat So Many Avocados?<\/h2>\n

\"Avocados\"<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user slevett<\/div>\n

Ummm, because you can straight up live off of them they\u2019re so nutritious. Plus, have you eaten a California avocado? It\u2019s kinda like heaven.<\/p>\n

14. Why Are You Always Saying \u201cHella\u201d?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: QuickMeme<\/div>\n

Because it\u2019s hella cool.<\/p>\n

15. Have You Ever Been In An Earthquake?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: California Department of Conservation via Wikimedia<\/div>\n

Probably, but chances are, I barely noticed it.<\/p>\n

16. Isn\u2019t Your Governor The Terminator?<\/h2>\n

\"Arnold<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user Port of San Diego<\/div>\n

He was our governor. He\u2019s been out of office for quite some time people!<\/p>\n

17. Are You A Total Hippie Who Wears Tie-Dye and Hugs Trees?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: flickr user Luiza Liete<\/div>\n

California has its fair share of traditional conservatives and plenty of people who vote Red in elections. That being said, there are quite a few of hippies and treehuggers here. Peace and love, friends. Peace and love.<\/p>\n

18. Are You A Valley Girl?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: tumblr.com<\/div>\n

Oh my god, like, totally! JK. As if\u2026.<\/p>\n

19. Is Everyone A Tech Nerd?<\/h2>\n

\"Two<\/p>\n

Source: flickr user super happy block party<\/div>\n

If we\u2019re talking about Northern California, it\u2019s safe to say yes. But there are fewer Google glasses around than you\u2019d think.<\/p>\n

20. What\u2019s Better: SoCal or NorCal?<\/h2>\n

\"Hollywood<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr users Gnaphron and Mikael Moreira<\/div>\n

They might as well be two different states, and they\u2019ve each got their pros and cons.<\/p>\n

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21. Are You Always At Festivals?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Facebook user Coachella<\/div>\n

I wish–but no. Not always.<\/p>\n

22. Why Are You Always Talking About Your Area Code?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Giphy<\/div>\n

Particularly in Southern California, your area code is hometown pride kinda thing. If you meet a stranger and find out they share your area code, chances are you\u2019ll get along.<\/p>\n

23. Is Everyone Laid Back?<\/h2>\n

\"Two<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user Pedro Ribeiro Sim\u00f5es<\/div>\n

Those people lounging on the beach all day long are likely people on vacation. When you live here and commute in rush hour traffic, you get a better idea of how \u201claid back\u201d people are.<\/p>\n

24. How Often Do You Eat Sushi?<\/h2>\n

\"Sushi\"<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user clotee<\/div>\n

As often as possible.<\/p>\n

25. Why Do You Always Shop At Farmers Markets?<\/h2>\n

\"People<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user prayitnow<\/div>\n

Because California farmers markets have awesome, fresh food that Whole Foods can\u2019t hold a candle to.<\/p>\n

26. Are You Afraid Of Sharks?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Terry Goss via Wikimedia<\/div>\n

Everyone should at least have a bit of healthy fear of sharks.<\/p>\n

27. Are You Always On A Juice Cleanse?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user juhansonin<\/div>\n

Nope. This week\u2019s my week off.<\/p>\n

28. Is Everyone Beautiful There?<\/h2>\n

\"People<\/p>\n

Source: Surfbeach.com<\/div>\n

Not to make anyone from outside of California feel bad about themselves, but California does have the most beautiful people in the U.S. Fact.<\/p>\n

29. Why Are You Always Talking About How Great Your Bread Is?<\/h2>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user apasciuto<\/div>\n

Because we\u2019re responsible for sourdough bread. You\u2019re welcome.<\/p>\n

30. Is California The Most Beautiful Place You\u2019ve Ever Seen?<\/h2>\n

\"Beach<\/p>\n

Source: Flickr user Kevin Dinkle<\/div>\n

Yes. Just: Yes.
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