Being short is not easy. Nor is it fun to be reminded of the fact. Yes, you may think we are "cute" because we are small, or think we are "lucky" because we can fit into the petite style of clothing. While there are some positives to being short, here are a list of the top ten reasons why being short is not all its cracked up to be.

1. Top shelves are out of the question (and out of reach)

You hesitate to put your stuff on the top shelf of anything with a top shelf for fear that you will never see it again. Or, in most cases, you just forget about it.

2. Step stools are needed to reach everything

Whether it is reaching for something on the top shelf, putting dishes away at work, or trying to hang decorations on the wall the step stool is an essential part of a short girl's life.

3. You are always the one volunteered for "hey can you fit back there?" situations

You're always the one asked to fit into the small, cramped spaces to get something for a normal sized human.

4. People always think you look younger than you actually are

I was told that I will not mind this so much the older I get, but for now it's just straight up annoying.

5. Pants are always too long

It is hard to find the perfect pair of pants that are not too long, too short, or too tight at the thigh.

6. You end up being the shortest sibling

I am three years older than my brother and six years older than my sister and I am shorter than both of them. It is the family joke now.

7. When you have to walk extra fast to keep up with your friends

My normal pace has developed into a normal person's face paced walk because of always having to keep up with those around me.

8. When you have to look slightly upward when talking to people taller than you

I have figured out the further you stand from the other person than the less I have to crane my neck to look them in the eye.

9. Having to pull your seat uncomfortably close to the steering wheel and finding and you still can't reach the petals.

Enough said.

10. People CONSTANTLY ask "OMG! How short ARE you?"

This is one of the most annoying questions I have ever been asked. Thank you very much for the reminder, tall person.

To all you tall people out there, I hope you can read this article and sympathize with our vertical struggle.

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