1. It's Okay To Be A Cheesehead
Other states like to make fun of the "cheeseheads" of Wisconsin, but as you spend time with them and their affinity for the dairy product, it'll grow on you. Like cheese mold. You'll probably buy one of those "cheese hats," too, just to honor the name.
2. The Green Bay Packers Are Your Pride and Joy
All Milwaukee residents continuously fall in love over and over again with Wisconsin's Green Bay Packers. Even when they lose. Who doesn't love Brett Favre?
3. Badgers Beat Gophers Any Day of the Week
Those University of Wisconsin Badgers are the best, and just about any Milwaukee resident, and any Madison resident will say so. As far as the Big Ten go, no other university can match up with those Badgers.
4. Schlitz, Blatz, and Pabst Aren't Brewed in Town Anymore
It was a sad day when those iconic brands disappeared from the map of Wisconsin. Milwaukee was known for their breweries, though. It would be a shocker for you to find out that was once the price and joy is no longer, but in your heart, that doesn't matter: you're still a Milwaukee brewer, and proud of it.
5. The "Safe House" Is Better Than Disney World (?)
You'll prefer being a secret agent over a Mouseketeer, guaranteed. That's what the "Safe House" is: a nightclub and restaurant with a really cool 007-style theme to it. It makes the Hard Rock Café look like elevator music! Check out their website. Even their website's quite enjoyable.
6. Seeing The Jesus Car Drive Around Town Is Perfectly Normal
His name is "Brother Ron," and he's what many would label as a "drive-by preacher" in his signature station wagon decked out with weird Christian-oriented symbology and his voice on a loudspeaker urging many Milwaukee residents to turn to Jesus. People these days are quite used to him riding up and down the streets of town.
7. How to Identify a Michigan Accent
It's probably the fact that you've got the entire Lake Michigan separating you from the Wolverine State, that and you're also an hour back on the time zone. The Lake Michigan Express even constantly gets travelers to and fro from Muskegon to Milwaukee on a regular basis, so give it some time: you'll be able to tell if that person you just met off the harbor is from the Mitten.
8. There's a JJ's on Every Corner
Although the sandwich restaurant originated out of Champaign, IL, that hadn't stopped the chain from spreading like wildfire to all corners of the planet, seemingly, hence why it always looks like there's a Jimmy Johns at just about every street in Milwaukee.
9. How to Grow Out That Good Ol' Fashioned Milwaukee Mustache
For some weird reason, every inch of Wisconsin, as well as Milwaukee, has this affection toward mustaches. Heck, Milwaukee hosts its own "Mustache March" right off of E. Buffalo St. The one with the "best" mustache wins the contest. It's a serious thing.
10. It’s “Beecher,” Not “Becker”
Becher is an infamous street name that many grammarians would automatically pronounce as "Becker." That's wrong, though. It's Beecher. Why one 'e' is missing, no one knows.
11. Air Force One Shoes Are Called "Dookies"
This one will make your head spin at first, but once someone points to your Nike Air Force One shoes, you just might make the connection. Milwaukee people call these shoes, for some reason, "Dookies."
12. The Names of the Milwaukee Brewers' Racing Sausages
Mascots are so much fun, especially these Milwaukee Brewer baseball ones that often run a race during charity events. You've got the fun-loving Astro-Bavarian lederhosen bratwurst named "Bret Wurst," a Polish sausage named "Stosh Jonjak," and Italian sausage named "Guido," a hot dog named "Frankie Furter," and a chorizo sausage named "Cinco."
13. The Science Of Cow-Tipping
There's a science to it, and Milwaukeeans as well as other cheeseheads across the state study it well. You put your feet shoulder-width apart, bend the knees, breathe normal, and "push."
14. Friday Fish Fry Is the King of Comfort Food
Just as beer and brats are big in Milwaukee, so is the all-important fish fry, such as with the well-known restaurant, "The Packing House" over on Layton Ave.
15. Chicago Is "Down South," Obviously
Milwaukee just might be the biggest city closest to the border between the two states, hence why you'll always refer to Chi-town by its more common name: Down South.
16. Deer Season Is Practically a National Holiday
Venison is God's gift to all hunters; that is a tried and true statement. From September 14 to December 15, you can hunt, not just with a loaded gun, but with a bow and arrow if you wanted! There's even a week in October dedicated to disabled individuals wishing to go hunting for a good Milwaukee buck of their own.
17. The Definition of a "Bubbler"
This will initially confuse you until you'll see people pointing at a particular "bubbler," and then you'll just make the connection: a "bubbler" is nothing more than a man-made fountain, such as the Milwaukee Art Museum fountain.
18. All the "Wisconsin Is Better Than Illinois" Jokes
There's no telling how many of them there are, but one thing's for sure: Chicagoans, Springfield natives, and other Illini out there aren't exactly peachy about you Milwaukeeans always poking fun!
19. The Trunk of Your Car Can Double as a Deep Freezer
You're guaranteed to get a few good smiles on this one from many Milwaukeeans who understand that winter is like Hell freezing over, especially since you're right off of Lake Michigan. That trunk of your car will arguably be even colder than your own freezer in the house.
20. How To Dance Polka With the Best of Them
Resist it as much as you want, but Milwaukee, as well as the entirety of the state, will have its fair share of polka music. Just about every bar in town will have that option to listen to some good wholesome polka, and you just might be lucky enough to have a dance floor, too!
21. Da Yoopers Get Their Yucks From Milwaukee and Wisconsin
You'll twist your tongue when reading about this traveling comedy and musical troupe regarding where they're based: Ishpeming, Michigan. Now they're not from Milwaukee, yes, but you'll laugh your head off as they sing comedic songs about Michigan's U.P., which we all know is technically a part of Wisconsin. Sorry, Michiganders.
22. Lime Jell-O Can Be Served for All Three Daily Meals
It's arguably the very best food, next to the banana, and beer, of course, which is the first food group for Milwaukee residents. However, if you want something versatile to eat, try lime Jell-O. You can eat it with fruit for breakfast, shredded carrots and mayo for lunch or dinner, and Cool Whip for dessert.
23. The Movie "Grumpy Old Men" Is a Documentary
Who cares if this movie was based out of Minnesota! At the very least, that's just adjacent to the Cheese state anyway. The reason why Milwaukeeans can relate to this movie, though, is the amount of ice fishing you'd see. Ice fishing is a true native pastime in town. Learn it, live it, love it.
24. Always Go for the Brats on a Grill
You'll find that Milwaukeeans love their outdoor grills with a passion, and you'll notice that many of those grills will feature all the kinds of meats your mouth can muster. Bratwursts, though, are huge in town. If you lose out on that, you'll no doubt feel incomplete as you begrudgingly feast on that measly barbecue chicken. It's okay. Better luck next time.
25. Riding a Harley Is Better Than Riding a Bicycle
Don't be surprised if you see a bunch of Harley motorcycles all over town. That'll awaken in you an urge to feel the crotch rocket explode on the road, and you feel the Easy Rider wind on your face. Why is that? Maybe it's because Milwaukee's home to the corporate headquarters of the famous Harley-Davidson Motor Company.
26. Casseroles Are Actually Called "Hotdishes"
This is another Minnesota thing, but don't be fooled. Milwaukeeans love simplicity and literalness. The fact is this: a giant dish filled with hot food is nothing more than a "hotdish." If you go around calling it a "casserole," you'll find many will think you're being a bit uppity.
27. How to Fry a Cheese Curd
What goes well with beer and brats? Cheese curds. Even better, fried cheese curds. You better learn how to fry one for the big game with the Packers, Brewers, or Bucks. If you don't, better just settle for some lime Jell-O.
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