As a 5'2" female it is no secret to the world that I am short. I have been told my entire life that I am "fun size" or "pint sized," words that I have come to cringe at. There are many things, however, that make being short totally worth all the stupid nicknames and elbow rest jokes.
1. Every sweater is a big sweater!
Every sweater is automatically giant! Swaddling us in comfort and warmth, and giving us those cute long sleeve flippers!
2. I will be able to fit into the juniors section forever!
No matter how old I get I will always be able to stay with the fashion trends and save money doing so! I would call that a bonus.
3. You can fit literally anywhere
I can fit in that awkward small chunk of the backseat or a cramped couch. I have even fit in a cooler, which I believe makes me the reigning champ of hide and seek.
4. People find you genuinely adorable
Don't get me wrong, this can sometimes be annoying but most of the time people calling you cute or adorable can be quite the confidence booster!
5. Every little thing can become an adventure
Things as simple as getting my laundry, where I have to lean all the way into the washer, become a large ordeal and I never know what I am going to get myself into.
6. People will switch seats with you at concerts or sporting events
When I go to football games seeing can be a challenge. On multiple occasions people have offered to switch rows with me so I can see!
7. Everyday is cardio day
Whether I am walking with my friends or to class I find myself trying to keep up with others. More often than not this ends up in a fast walk or a mild jog. My friends have learned to walk slower because my little legs can not carry me nearly as fast as them.
8. You surprise people with how strong you are
People tend to write you off as the last person that can help lift something or help with any manual labor. During move in weekend i shocked many families by carrying carts up and down the stairs. I am small and mighty!
9. You can burrito in any blanket
The perk of wrapping up in a blanket and not having your feet dangle out of the bottom is easily my favorite thing about being short. You are constantly warm and there is no draft, making it optimal Netflix conditions.
10. People write cute quotes about being short!
One of my all time favorite quotes! It inspires me everyday to remember that even though I am tiny, I am fierce and powerful!
