Kentuckians have a few things we think, but don’t want to actually to admit–just like everyone else. We might consider admitting them within our closest circle of friends. We might feel a thought is too disturbing to freely admit among our closest comrades. If, by chance, the weight of this secret is too great, we might share it with a stranger during casual conversation, in hopes we will never see them again.
Now, you may not be one that has thoughts like these, but there is a pretty high chance you know someone who does. Here are 11 things Kentuckians would rather not to admit out loud:
- “Marijuana is bad.”
Wacky Stuff Secretly envious of the way marijuana has improved Colorado’s economy, and knows it would grow better on Kentucky’s farmlands.
- “Thunder over Louisville is awesome.”
Pen Waggener *Secretly hates fighting with the crowds, the suffocating smell of smoke and the horrible music selection during the fireworks. Brings easily concealable ear buds and listens to personal music during the whole show. *
- “Kentucky is perfect.”
Will Montague Yet always and as often as possible, vacations away from Kentucky. Possibly blaming family, and claiming you’d rather rough it camping. Cannot wait for next vacation.
- Complains about Indiana…
Zepfanman *Secretly enjoys attending functions such as Thunder Over Louisville from the Indiana side, and thinks the fossil beds are great for fishing. *
- Claims to be a cowboy/cowgirl…
Yelp Secretly has no idea how to ride a horse, and doesn’t like walking in pastures, or anywhere without a sidewalk. Actually prefers the crisp white collared style of office work to doing any type of activity, even slightly related to farming, or the cowboy/cowgirl life style.
- “I LOVE the Kentucky Derby.”
Jeff Usually doesn’t watch the actual race, but plays it off thanks to the trackside replay screens. Secretly hates Mint Juleps with a passion, along with listening to tourists drone on about horse racing, while sipping bourbon.
- They say they’re a diehard Kentucky Wildcat fan…
Operation Sports …but they secretly root Louisville Cardinals whenever they are not playing Kentucky.
- They say they’re a diehard Louisville Cardinal fan…
College Recruiter …but they cheer for the Kentucky Wildcats whenever they are not playing Louisville.
- “You look fine, lets go.”
Rakka Actually thinks: “Yes, that dress makes your butt look big, and those shoes are hideous shoes.” Or perhaps it is more along the lines of, “Yes, those pants really emphasize your beer gut.”
- My personal favorite:
Paul Stevenson “No, I wasn’t listening, I tuned you out hours ago.” Although this is likely the most universal unspoken thought in the world, it is still my favorite. Women think it with men and men think it with women…likely more often. My husband learned years ago not to just respond without listening…as did I. We have both ended up places we weren’t thrilled with after agreeing to something we didn’t actually hear.
- “Kentucky winters are beautiful.”
Land Between the Lakes Secretly knows Florida has much better weather and daydreams of spending winter there.
This is by no means meant derogatorily against our beautiful state or people. These are just a few things I’ve actually heard Kentuckians mutter over the years. I am sure there are plenty of secret thoughts that folks would prefer not to discuss. I’d love to get some reader input on this. I am sure you all have heard someone say something, then follow it up with a “Did I say that out loud?” look.
Wacky Stuff
Secretly envious of the way marijuana has improved Colorado’s economy, and knows it would grow better on Kentucky’s farmlands.
Pen Waggener
*Secretly hates fighting with the crowds, the suffocating smell of smoke and the horrible music selection during the fireworks. Brings easily concealable ear buds and listens to personal music during the whole show. *
Will Montague
Yet always and as often as possible, vacations away from Kentucky. Possibly blaming family, and claiming you’d rather rough it camping. Cannot wait for next vacation.
Zepfanman
*Secretly enjoys attending functions such as Thunder Over Louisville from the Indiana side, and thinks the fossil beds are great for fishing. *
Yelp
Secretly has no idea how to ride a horse, and doesn’t like walking in pastures, or anywhere without a sidewalk. Actually prefers the crisp white collared style of office work to doing any type of activity, even slightly related to farming, or the cowboy/cowgirl life style.
Jeff
Usually doesn’t watch the actual race, but plays it off thanks to the trackside replay screens. Secretly hates Mint Juleps with a passion, along with listening to tourists drone on about horse racing, while sipping bourbon.
Operation Sports
…but they secretly root Louisville Cardinals whenever they are not playing Kentucky.
College Recruiter
…but they cheer for the Kentucky Wildcats whenever they are not playing Louisville.
Rakka
Actually thinks: “Yes, that dress makes your butt look big, and those shoes are hideous shoes.” Or perhaps it is more along the lines of, “Yes, those pants really emphasize your beer gut.”
Paul Stevenson
“No, I wasn’t listening, I tuned you out hours ago.” Although this is likely the most universal unspoken thought in the world, it is still my favorite. Women think it with men and men think it with women…likely more often. My husband learned years ago not to just respond without listening…as did I. We have both ended up places we weren’t thrilled with after agreeing to something we didn’t actually hear.
Land Between the Lakes
Secretly knows Florida has much better weather and daydreams of spending winter there.
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