I'm eighteen but look half my age. My fourteen-year-old brother is a foot taller than me, and compared to everyone my age I look like a kid. As awesome as it is to order off the children's menu and get the "under 12" price, I really do get sick of all the annoying questions about my age. Here are a few I hear all too often...
1. "How old are you?"
While sometimes it's just a simple question, it's usually brought on with a disbelieving tone. Like, after I mention I'm in college and people respond with this.
2. "You're in college?" or "Did you skip a few grades?"
Sometimes I want to tell them, "yes" because it makes me seem super smart.
3. "You'll probably grow."
Yeah, no. I might look like I'm still just hitting puberty, but the fact is I'm done growing. I'll be 4'11" for the rest of my life. Thanks for the reminder, though.
4. "But you look so young!"
Yes, I'm aware. I still get mistaken for a high-schooler on a campus tour while actually on my way to class.
5. "How old are you really?"
If I actually was twelve, I wouldn't go around telling people I'm eighteen. I know it's hard to believe, but I'm telling you the truth.
6. "You'll love it when you're older."
Yeah, maybe when I'm fifty I'll be a little more appreciative that I look younger. But right now it kind of sucks. How about you try finding a guy who wants to date someone who looks six years younger than him?
7. "Oh, you want to try this? Where's your mom?"
The worst is when it interferes with my ability to get free samples at supermarkets. Seriously? I'm old enough to know whether or not I'm allergic to chocolate.
8. "Why do you want to see that movie? It's rated R."
Thank you, I had no idea. I do need to show my ID to see Deadpool. But why on Earth would I, an eighteen-year-old, feel like I should be allowed to watch such a movie?
9. "Is there an adult around I can talk to?"
Yup, and you're looking right at her. Congratulations.
10. "I wish I looked so young."
Okay, let's switch places, then. You'll probably want to switch back in five minutes.
