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5 Comments Every College Kid With 'Baby Face' Hears On The Daily

Looking young isn't all its cracked up to be.

University of Rhode Island

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Jessie Gorman

Now, I know that I am not the only one who has this same exact problem. I know that there are many people who look way younger than they actually are. I have been dealing with this since I was a young kid. I know that I will be glad to look younger than I am when I get older... but right now it is not ideal. So, here are the most common comments and problems that people with "Baby Faces" are tired of hearing.

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For The Girls Who Look 10 Years Younger Than They Actually Are

Will I ever look my age?

University of Michigan

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For The Girls Who Look 10 Years Younger Than They Actually Are

Sarah Richman

Next year this time I will be 21. Supposedly, once I hit this milestone I will be able to walk into a bar, restaurant, liquor store and legally buy alcohol. At least this is what I have observed happen with my friends that are already "legal." I'm pretty sure this is not going to be my story. Based on my most recent experience, I am pretty sure 21 will be just as challenging of a time for me to go out and socialize in places that serve alcohol. So, you are wondering about my most recent experience? Here it goes.

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15 Things All 21-Year-Olds Who Still Look 16 Are EXHAUSTED Of Dealing With

The number of items on this list are probably the number of years you'll still be hearing "ID please."

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

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1. You always get ID'd.

It doesn't matter if all your friends get their drinks without having to hand theirs over, at every single bar, you'll be pulling your ID out of your wallet.

2. People don't believe you're in college.

This is especially apparent when you're home for winter break and you get lots of "why aren't you back in school yet?" the day after New Year's.

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10 Things Every Girl Who Looks Younger Than Her Age Has Been Through, Without A Doubt

One day we'll appreciate it, but right now, not so much.

Baylor University

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10 Things Every Girl Who Looks Younger Than Her Age Has Been Through, Without A Doubt

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You're that person that has looked the same age since you were 12, and it sucks. Not much has changed other than the fact that you're officially no longer a minor, but nobody would know that based solely on your looks. Does that sound about right? Be calm, it's not all that bad. Here are some things (good and bad) all of us baby-faced, short girls can relate to.

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Student Life

7 Things You're Used To When You Look 11

This one goes out to all my fellow baby-faced adults.

Grand Canyon University

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7 Things You're Used To When You Look 11

First things first: I am 21 years old. I think I look around 17 or 18, but everyone around me seems to think I look 13 or 14. It's been that way since I was about eleven. I reached that age and just didn't seem to age past it. I know there are plenty who share in my struggle, and everything that follows is things each of us has experienced.

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Looking young isn't all its cracked up to be.

1. "Honey, I can't give you a sample without your parent present"

2. "Can I see your I.D." when seeing an R rated movie

3. Talking to boys and they think you're still in high school but you're actually older than them...

4. "Oh, you must be a freshman"

5. Going to the doctor's alone and they still ask where your parent or guardian is

Will I ever look my age?

The number of items on this list are probably the number of years you'll still be hearing "ID please."

1. You always get ID'd.

2. People don't believe you're in college.

3. You won't have to re-take your ID photo for a few years...

4. ... and no one believes that it's an old photo.

5. You get suspicious looks walking into liquor stores.

6. You've gotten hit with "I didn't know freshmen could take this class" a few times.

7. You get tired of people saying "you're lucky you look young for your age".

8. If you go shopping for formal wear anytime between April and June, sales associates automatically assume it's for Prom.

9. Any any job or internship people are always "impressed that you get hired so young!".

10. Sometimes it's nice to hear people say "you're so mature for your age!".

11. The worst is when people refuse to believe how old you are.

12. Friends will always give you advice on how to make yourself look older.

13. Even if you use your ID to get into a bar or a club, they ask for it again at the bar.

14. Sometimes you get nervous that a bouncer or bartender will think that your ID is a very good fake.

15. Although it may get annoying, after a while, you're able to joke about how young you look.

One day we'll appreciate it, but right now, not so much.

1. Being the only one in your friend group that gets carded

2. Everyone always says how you'll be thankful for looking younger when you're 50

3. Strangers automatically assume your younger sibling is multiple years older than you

4. The bartender gives you a confused look when you go up and order a drink

5. Makeup is the only thing that can make you look a slight bit older

6. You can still get away with ordering off the kids menu sometimes

7. When you're walking in a group of 5th graders, you blend right in

8. You can still shop in the kids department

9. Everyone makes fun of how close you sit to the steering wheel

10. You have caught yourself showing patterns of "Napoleon syndrome"

This one goes out to all my fellow baby-faced adults.

1. People unnecessarily calling you sweetie, or darling, or other pet names.

2. People assuming your younger sibling is older than you.

3. Having actual 11-14-year-olds ask what high school, or even middle school, you go to.

4. People at your job doubting your abilities, or that you're really employed there.

5. Watching bartenders and movie theater employees spend extra time examining your ID.

6. Walking around campus, people assume you're a freshman.

7. Being told, "You're going to love it when you're older."

If you say any of the following: please stop.

1. "You’re (insert your age here)?! I thought you were so much younger!"

2. "You look so much younger than others your age."

3. "Why are you so short?"

4. "Aw, you’re so cute!"

5. "Are you even old enough to drive?"

6. "You look 12!"

7. The "Kiddie Menu" comments (and jokes).

8. (Looking young): “You’ll appreciate it when you’re older!”

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