The Eastern Shore ( always capitalized) is a place unto itself. Life is to be enjoyed there. " The Land of Pleasant Living".
I suggest you read Mitchner's Chesapeake. It will give you a better understanding of your new neighbors. You will gain acceptance if you are/ become a waterman ( not professional), or at least a fisherman.

To continue the political side....Former Governor ( and democrat) Wm Donald Schaffer, called the Eastern Shore, " The **** house of the state of Maryland" when they did not vote for his re-election. ( Feisty guy, that Don Schaffer.)

Anyway, welcome to the state. Our legislature is currently in session, " What's in your wallet?"

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1982 300SD " Wotan" ..On the road as of Jan 8, 2007 with Historic Tags