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In your life you come across a number of principles that are golden, principles that actually apply. In Alabama, there is another set of guidelines that you won’t come across any place else. As an Alabama resident, they will help you as long as you live here.

Live by the rules of everyday Alabama living and things will go fine for you in dixie.

With that in mind, I considered of life in Alabama and a number of of its unspoken “golden rules”. Here are 5 of the best “Golden Rules” that apply to residing in Alabama.

Golden Rule 1: You are either a Alabama fan or Auburn fan. No other choice. You will find that almost everyone you come across in Alabama asks you who “you are for” in the Iron Bowl. The rivalry is sizzling, and you must pick sides. Bear in mind, if you do not choose, folks will think you are strange. So, if nothing else, choose your favorite colors, crimson tide red for Alabama or orange & blue for the Auburn.

Golden Rule 2, You Have To Eat Corn Bread… Cornbread is as southern as gigging frogs on a hot summer night at the local pond. Remember that cornbread is real good with pinto juice poured on it or even butter..

Golden Rule 3, Attend Church. The reason that this is important is because at least twice a year, Easter or Christmas, people will need to see you there. Otherwise, expect to be asked to attend on a regular basis, because everybody knows everybody, especially in a small town.

Golden Rule 4, Be Polite! Here in the south, we treat people like we would like to be treated and will go the extra mile to help a stranger. . When we are talking to others, we are sure to say please, thank you, & you’re welcome when the need arises. Also, we address our elders by No Sir/Yes Sir and No Ma’am/Yes Ma’am.

Golden Rule 5, Alabama Based Music Gives You Pride! You have to love any music that has something to do with Alabama. This would certainly include every song that the country music group, Alabama recorded, especially “My Home’s In Alabama.” Also, don’t forget Lynyrd Skynyrd and “Sweet Home Alabama.” It is like a state anthem here!

Follow these golden rules to living in Alabama and you will probably find your life here much better in the heart of dixie, and you will live at peace with most Alabama folks, except maybe the fans from the other team! Personally, I am a roll tide man, myself!

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