<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3kizIb_0vklTht700" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3kizIb_0vklTht700" width="1000" height="600" ><p>Living in Florida is like being on a never-ending adventure where flip-flops are formal wear, and every day is a toss-up between sunshine and tropical storms. From battling humidity to defending Florida’s honor (despite all those “Florida Man” headlines), being a Floridian is an art form. So, how do you know if you’re truly part of the Sunshine State? Let’s dive into these 18 signs you’re a certified Floridian!</p><p>Table of Contents</p><h2>You’ve worn flip-flops to a wedding</h2><p>Why? Because it’s Florida, and flip-flops are acceptable for every occasion.</p><h2>You have at least one “close encounter” gator story</h2><p>Whether it’s a gator in your backyard, local golf course, or right next to your kayak, you’ve got a tale to tell.</p><h2>You know how to pronounce “Okeechobee” and “Kissimmee”</h2><p>And you laugh at tourists who give it their best shot.</p><h2>You’ve eaten Publix sub sandwiches like they’re a delicacy</h2><p>Because honestly, they are. Pub Subs are Florida’s culinary pride.</p><h2>You’ve survived at least one hurricane party</h2><p>There’s no better way to ride out the storm than with a cooler of beer and a deck of cards.</p><h2>You’ve got a pair of sunglasses in every bag and car</h2><p>Losing them is inevitable, so you’ve learned to keep a backup pair handy at all times.</p><h2>You consider “snowbird season” a real traffic crisis</h2><p>The annual invasion of northern license plates signals a time of longer lines, slower drivers, and crowded beaches.</p><h2>You’re not impressed by theme parks anymore</h2><p>Disney World? Universal? Yeah, been there, done that… a thousand times.</p><h2>You’re on a first-name basis with your air conditioner</h2><p>If it’s not running 24/7, something’s gone terribly wrong.</p><h2>You’ve dodged iguanas falling from trees in the winter</h2><p>Because when it gets <i>too</i> cold (like 50°F), they freeze up and start dropping like ripe fruit.</p><h2>You’ve had an argument over which coast is better</h2><p>Gulf Coast or Atlantic Coast? It’s a never-ending debate, and you definitely have a side.</p><h2>You know the secret to surviving humidity</h2><p>Hint: It’s living within sprinting distance of a body of water.</p><h2>You’ve seen a tornado warning during a hurricane</h2><p>Welcome to Florida, where Mother Nature likes to keep things interesting.</p><h2>You laugh at people who think Florida gets cold</h2><p>Sure, you break out the “winter” clothes when it hits 60°F, but anything below that is just an urban legend.</p><h2>You can navigate with phrases like “turn left at the Waffle House”</h2><p>Directions here aren’t about street names; they’re about landmarks—and Waffle Houses are key.</p><h2>You’ve experienced the glory of a Key Lime Pie</h2><p>And you know that anyone who calls it “Key <i>Lime</i> Pie” with an emphasis on the <i>lime</i> just doesn’t get it.</p><h2>You’ve driven through “love bug season” and lived to tell the tale</h2><p>Your windshield, however, wasn’t so lucky.</p><h2>You’re unfazed by “Florida Man” headlines</h2><p>Let’s be real: Florida is a magical place, and sometimes that magic gets a little… weird.</p><p>So, how many of these feel like a day in your Floridian life? If you nodded along, congratulations—you’re a true Florida native (or well on your way)! From gator sightings to Publix obsession, you’ve embraced the sunshine, storms, and quirks that make Florida the wild and wonderful place it is. Just remember to reapply that sunscreen and enjoy another day in paradise!</p></div></body>

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How Florida Are You? 18 Signs You’re a True Floridian

Living in Florida is like being on a never-ending adventure where flip-flops are formal wear, and every day is a toss-up between sunshine and tropical storms. From battling humidity to defending Florida’s honor (despite all those “Florida Man” headlines), being a Floridian is an art form. So, how do you know if you’re truly part of the Sunshine State? Let’s dive into these 18 signs you’re a certified Floridian!