“You are so short, oh my gosh how tall are you anyway?” If I had a dollar for every time someone said that to me, well I wouldn’t be in college anymore, that’s for sure. You see, I used to long for the day when I would wake up taller than five feet. But, that day never came. Time and time again my doctor would measure me and tell me I hadn’t grown. And while I can never fulfill my childhood dream of becoming the next Victoria Secret model, I’ve come to realize that being a short girl isn’t all bad. In fact, I am a happy short girl! You may wonder what changed? Nothing! I literally haven’t grown, but I found that there are so many perks to being “fun size”, here are five of them.

1. Sure, I am teased for looking like I’m still a teen or asked if I’ll be tall enough to go on the ride but that’s fine by me. This means that when I’m over thirty years old, people will probably think I’m younger just be my height alone. * Yay *

2. Plus, one of the biggest stereotypes of being short is that we are human arm rests. I’m not going to lie, I used to get annoyed by this. But as I got older I actually enjoyed it because that’s a special bond that only we (short gals) get the privilege of having.

3. Not to mention, you ladies who tower over me in flats, also tower over guys in heels. Which stinks for you, because short little me gets to wear my highest, cutest heels and still be shorter than most guys I meet. Score!

4. Also, how awesome is it that no matter the bed – twin, full, queen or king- my feet will NEVER even come close to hanging over the edge of the bed. My first year in a dorm bed is no different than being home in a queen (comfort aside), so I am a happy camper to say the least.

5. So maybe none of these things seem like issues, but how about a tiny plane ride in economy when you’re squished next to your neighbor? Where am I? Oh that’s right, I’m snoozing away with my legs in whatever twisted position I like. This isn’t limited to plane rides, but also long road trips where there’s three people in the back seat, luggage, and a dog, I am one of the few passengers who are always comfy.

#ShortGirlWin

That’s why to all my fellow shorty’s out there, embrace it in all of the unique ways! Being short is no longer a negative thing.