9 Signs Someone Definitely Isn’t From Texas

If you’re from Texas you know that we are a special kind of breed. The good kind! (That may be my biased opinion.)

There’s just something about a Texan. We talk a little slower, love a little harder, and can spot an out-of-stater faster than you can say “Whataburger.” 

I recently came across a post on Explore Texas that had a list of the top signs someone is NOT from Texas and I noticed myself nodding my head in agreement to most of these!

If you ever catch someone doing any of the following, there’s a real good chance they aren’t from Texas!

They complain about the heat.
It’s April. We’re just getting started.

They prefer In-N-Out over Whataburger.
I feel attacked because I love In-N-Out but I promise I’m from Texas!

They call soda “pop.”
It’s Coke. Everything is Coke. Even Sprite.

They say “barbecue” and mean a cookout.
You mean grilled hot dogs?! BBQ here involves smoke, sauce, and at least 12 hours of commitment.

They’ve never been to Buc-ee’s.
If they ask, “Is that a gas station?”—just stare in silence.

They think cowboy boots are just for fashion.
No ma’am. These boots ARE NOT JUST MEANT FOR WALKING!

They’re shocked schools get out for a Friday night football game.
Yes, we tailgate for high school. And no, that’s not weird.

They put beans in chili.
Arrest them immediately.

They don’t say “y’all.”
If you hear a “you guys,” it’s giving non-Texan.