So…you want to date a Virginian, do you? Or better yet, maybe you already are. If you’re from Virginia yourself, then maybe you’ve got it all figured out. But if you happen to be from out of state, then there are a few things you should know. Just remember, there’s a reason they say Virginia is for Lovers….
- We are smart. Very smart.
Chrissy Hunt / flickr Not trying to brag, but it’s true. We have some of the top colleges and universities at our fingertips – not to mention some of the best k-12 schools in the nation. So consider yourself lucky – or warned.
- We love nothing more than a good adventure.
Dave Crrim / flickr We’ve been climbing mountains and catching waves since we could walk…hope you’re up for it.
- We know how to mind our manners and you should, too.
Kristian Bjornard / flickr Our mamas raised us right. So mind your p’s and q’s or you’ll have mama to answer to.
- We may be Southern belles and Virginia gentlemen, but tread lightly, because, bless your heart, we can throw a backhanded compliment faster than you can say, “ouch.”
Bless Your Heart / Facebook This needs no explanation. Just think twice before you mess with us.
- We love our history…and don’t mind a little role play.
NiteLiter / flickr We believe that history is best when it comes to life.
- When it comes to music, we know how to make you happy.
Thomas Hawk / flickr Virginia has proudly brought you Ella Fitzgerald, Patsy Cline, Pharrell Williams and Dave Matthews. Just to name a FEW. Trust us, we know good music.
- And don’t even ask us if we like to dance….
Cliff / flickr The answer is yes…anytime, anywhere.
- We might love our dog (or cat) more than we love you. But once you’re ok with that, you can be ok with anything.
via jeshoots.com We like to think of it as building character. Yours, not ours, of course. But Virginians love their animals – we are a state full of SPCAs, shelters, dog parks and pet-friendly establishments. In fact, the Animal Legal Defense Fund ranks Virginia in their top tier for animal protection laws and WalletHub.com ranked Richmond #5 on their 2014 list of best cities for pet lovers.
- Sun’s out? Fun’s on.
Youssef Chaker / flickr There are few things we love more than getting outside and having a party. Festivals, races, concerts or backyard barbecues. The second the sun is out, it’s go time.
- We can be slightly competitive.
Spartan Race / Facebook Well, maybe just a little more than slightly. But the best things in life are worth working for, right? So you’ll come to appreciate our drive to win. Most of the time.
- But don’t worry, we don’t take ourselves TOO seriously.
Eli Christman / flickr No point in competing if you don’t look good doing it, right?
- Except when it comes to college football season…
Gary Cope / flickr
- and basketball…
VCU Sports / Facebook
- and baseball…
Virginia Baseball / Facebook
- You must love food.
jeffreyw / flickr No, really. You MUST love food. We like to eat and our state is full of amazing traditional foods, gourmet restaurants and down-home comfort food. As you can see, this is completely in your favor. You’re welcome.
- We can complain about Virginia. You cannot. Ever. Under any circumstances.
Commonwealth of Virginia [Public domain] / Wikimedia Commons Look, we know Virginia isn’t perfect. But that doesn’t mean you can ever say anything about it. And if we do, your only job is to smile, nod and say “yes dear.” Go ahead and write that down.
- We are all about a good happy hour.
Sarah Sampsel / flickr We love our award-winning vineyards and breweries…and we’re pretty sure you will, too.
- If you know only one thing, then know this. Virginia is for Lovers.
Will Fisher / flickr The state slogan, “Virginia is for Lovers”, was adopted in 1969. Originally, the campaign said things like “Virginia is for History Lovers”, “Virginia is for Mountain Lovers” and “Virginia is for Beach Lovers.” But soon it simply became “Virginia is for Lovers," encompassing all of these things and more. And while it’s become one of the most well-known state slogans in the country, it still means the same thing to us today. Virginians love their home state – and all that it stands for.
All in all, you could do a lot worse than to date – or marry – a Virginian. Have we left anything off the list? Tell us your favorite or most unique thing about being with a Virginian in the comments below!
Chrissy Hunt / flickr
Not trying to brag, but it’s true. We have some of the top colleges and universities at our fingertips – not to mention some of the best k-12 schools in the nation. So consider yourself lucky – or warned.
Dave Crrim / flickr
We’ve been climbing mountains and catching waves since we could walk…hope you’re up for it.
Kristian Bjornard / flickr
Our mamas raised us right. So mind your p’s and q’s or you’ll have mama to answer to.
Bless Your Heart / Facebook
This needs no explanation. Just think twice before you mess with us.
NiteLiter / flickr
We believe that history is best when it comes to life.
Thomas Hawk / flickr
Virginia has proudly brought you Ella Fitzgerald, Patsy Cline, Pharrell Williams and Dave Matthews. Just to name a FEW. Trust us, we know good music.
Cliff / flickr
The answer is yes…anytime, anywhere.
via jeshoots.com
We like to think of it as building character. Yours, not ours, of course. But Virginians love their animals – we are a state full of SPCAs, shelters, dog parks and pet-friendly establishments. In fact, the Animal Legal Defense Fund ranks Virginia in their top tier for animal protection laws and WalletHub.com ranked Richmond #5 on their 2014 list of best cities for pet lovers.
Youssef Chaker / flickr
There are few things we love more than getting outside and having a party. Festivals, races, concerts or backyard barbecues. The second the sun is out, it’s go time.
Spartan Race / Facebook
Well, maybe just a little more than slightly. But the best things in life are worth working for, right? So you’ll come to appreciate our drive to win. Most of the time.
Eli Christman / flickr
No point in competing if you don’t look good doing it, right?
Gary Cope / flickr
VCU Sports / Facebook
Virginia Baseball / Facebook
jeffreyw / flickr
No, really. You MUST love food. We like to eat and our state is full of amazing traditional foods, gourmet restaurants and down-home comfort food. As you can see, this is completely in your favor. You’re welcome.
Commonwealth of Virginia [Public domain] / Wikimedia Commons
Look, we know Virginia isn’t perfect. But that doesn’t mean you can ever say anything about it. And if we do, your only job is to smile, nod and say “yes dear.” Go ahead and write that down.
Sarah Sampsel / flickr
We love our award-winning vineyards and breweries…and we’re pretty sure you will, too.
Will Fisher / flickr
The state slogan, “Virginia is for Lovers”, was adopted in 1969. Originally, the campaign said things like “Virginia is for History Lovers”, “Virginia is for Mountain Lovers” and “Virginia is for Beach Lovers.” But soon it simply became “Virginia is for Lovers," encompassing all of these things and more. And while it’s become one of the most well-known state slogans in the country, it still means the same thing to us today. Virginians love their home state – and all that it stands for.
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