A Little Something About the Locals....

I had been warned by plenty of folks about the nature of New Englanders. Some told me they'd be rude. Some said they're just not as friendly as your average folks in California. So, have I encountered rude and/or less-than-friendly people in Boston? Sure. Probably the same as anywhere else. But, what I quickly realized was that what so many might mistake for rudeness is actually a no-nonsense approach to life. Plenty of the locals simply won't suffer fools - or tourists, or newcomers - lightly. Most are actually friendly and will help you out - but don't ask them twice. Stand toe-to-toe and they'll respect you immediately. Shy away or come off as soft and they're done with you. Truthfully, I find something rather refreshing about their lack of facade, their willingness to be who they are and say what they will. Again, sure there's some jerks. But, they certainly aren't all meatheads.