The Most Unique Ways Outsiders Can Tell You Grew Up in Maine

Growing up in Maine is not for the faint of heart. We're strong, creative, innovative, one with nature, adventurous, have great taste in rare foods, and give zero Fs. Excuse my language, but as I said, we are a strong people. Kind of like Vikings, but with Moxie in our blood.

There have been many listicles including what separates Mainers from other states, but my list is different. It's unique.

It's not just about moose and lobster and our accent. It's about specific and hilarious ways you know you're a Mainer.

I was born in Pennsylvania but bred here in Maine. I was able to experience all that this state has to offer. When I traveled to visit my family in Pennsylvania, they would ask me the most awkward questions, like "Do you ride a moose to school?", "Are there porta-potties at the end of every street?", "Why do you say 'wicked' so much?"

I have gathered a few hilarious ways that outsiders can tell if someone grew up in our great state of Maine, according to Matador Network and Only in Your State.

Check out the eight most unique ways you can tell that you grew up in Maine.