I think it's a pride thing

The thing with New England is that, size wise, all of the states together pretty much add up to the size of some big states, and I think we just get a little defensive. I have a little more state pride, since VT is much different than Boston, and I definitely do not get excited when people tell me I can't be from New England because I don't talk like I'm from Boston. Besides, those Bostonians drive like maniacs! However, New England is a beautiful area, and you're missing out if you don't visit all of it.