Whether you have kids or a busy work schedule, it's going to happen. Despite all your work to get somewhere on time, you'll be a few minutes late. While there are some excuses your boss/spouse may not accept, here a few that only West Texans can get away with saying.

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    “I needed to make a left turn onto 42nd Street or Wadley.”

  • 2

    “I had to take I-20/Highway 191 to get here. Be happy I even got here ok.”

  • 3

    “Taco Tuesday”

  • 4

    “There was ice/snow on the roads.” This one doesn’t matter how much there is. If there’s even the slightest hint of ice on the roads during Winter, it works.

  • 5

    “The MHS vs Lee or OHS vs Permian game was last night.” Yep, no one can deny wanting to see those games every year.

  • BONUS

    "It's Back in the Day Friday on B93 and my favorite song was on the radio!"

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