Redneck Eh

Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish, but he that keeps the law, happy is he.

I have had people wonder exactly what the difference is between Prairie Rednecks and their American counterparts. As well, some people aren't sure if they are redneck or just hicks. Here are some ways to help you decide if you are indeed a prairie redneck.

You might be redneck eh if you follow stock car racing on both sides of the border.
--Last November I went to my first NASCAR race, at Phoenix International Speedway. This year I have told Big Lug for an Anniversary present I'd like a family pass to Racecity Motor Speedway.

You might be redneck eh if you consider marrying a Southern Albertan marrying "up".
--Calgarians consider themselves superior to Edmontonians because most of the oil companies have their head offices in Calgary. Edmontonians consider themsevles superior to Calgarians because they aren't afraid to get their hands dirty working on oil rigs.

You might be redneck eh if you wear a cowboy hat to a Guns and Rose concert.
--Years ago, before I met Big Lug, I just about gave myself whiplash when I looked at a couple wearing cowboy hats at a Guns and Rose Concert. Sure enough, they were Calgarians who had bought tickets for the Edmonton concert.

You might be redneck eh if you have a Canadian Flag and an American flag somewhere in your house.
--We might have to shovel more snow, we might not have the same local slang but rednecks still respect their American neighbours.

You might be redneck eh if you support both the American and Canadian troops.

You might be redneck eh if you ignore the fact hockey is NOT Canada's official sport.
--Would you believe it's Lacrosse?

You might be redneck eh if you can maintain a serious expression while explaining the Canadian Football League motto "Our balls are bigger".
--It's one of the differences between the CFL and the NFL.

You might be redneck eh if your idea of date night is ordering in pizza while watching the Canadian Country Music Awards.
--Yes, Big Lug and I do this every year.