Re: I couldnt keep my mouth shut
Having been born just outside of NYC and having lived all over the US, I guess I can offer a qualified opinion here.
First, people are people - they come in all sizes, shapes, colors and demeanors. When you get past the superficial issues, they are all the same. They have similar desires for themselves and most just want a better life for their kids. Some areas are known for being more open and warm than others, but friendship is just a conversation away in most places. One universal disqualifier for friendship, however, is to develop a "superior" attitude about something.
On food, each area tends to have items that it has become very good at. Philly Cheese Steaks just aren't the same anywhere else. Don't ask for a Milkshake in Boston, unless you want flavored milk - ask for a Frappe there! If it were only for the bread, a Po-Boy in New Orleans would be a Grinder, a Sub, a Hero, or something with a half a million other names. In New Orleans, you "gotta" try a half-n-half with "ersters" and shrimp, seasoned "just so!" Back in the day, I used to get cheese pizza at a little joint under the stairs to the Staten Island Ferry. You couldn't get it with any toppings - just cheese and it was sold by the slice. It also was better than se .... well, no it wasn't, but it was close! Mr grandaddy used to make a clam chowder with fresh Rhode Island clams, that would knock your socks off! It was usually served with Flounder that had been swimming that morning, and farm fresh corn. Don't get me started on my mama's potato salad, or her freshly picked Beefsteak Tomatoes, straight out of her garden in Rhode Island! In northern California, Abalone, sliced thin, breaded and saute'd, just rocks!
My whole problem is that I want to live everywhere. I want to know all sorts of different people. I want to get to know their customs, eat their food and enjoy their lifestyles. Oh, well - I guess I will just have to hope that reincarnation does exist!
[ sorry double post
