There's a saying in the South, Spencer, that if you see a driver with a southern plate using his turn signal, it's because it is broken and continuously on.

Another reason you might hate the South is that if you are not a little chatty with the cashier, you could well be considered rude. 

Tiny dogs are often sweet, even though I don't have one. Just something warm and alive to snuggle up with when you are lonely or when your babies have all grown up.