Since I can remember, I've always been a tall girl. From being in the back row of every choir concert to constantly being asked to reach the top shelves while working at Starbucks, I've been 5'10 for about 6 years now, and honestly... its pretty awesome. I can't wear heals without looking inhuman and honestly don't ever want too. I have never been able to touch my toes because my legs out grew my arm at a young age. Being tall has been a part of my identity for as long as I can remember, so here are five reasons being a tall girl rocks.
1. Always being able to reach the top shelf
As a long time barista, I'm well accustomed to the high shelves of the Starbucks layout. More often then not I'm the tallest person on the floor. Nothing feels better than being the super hero of the moment and being able to grab the box of Strawberry Acai Refresher from the top shelf. It's also awesome in big box stores, as I often find myself shopping with my grandma who is about 5 inches shorter than I am. I'm always coming to the rescue and helping her grab the things she needs from the top shelf. Her comment is always the same: "Did you get tall?" I just laugh and say, "no, maybe you're getting shorter."
2. Walking fast
I'm known for always walking fast across campus. Why? Because I'm usually always late due to a much needed shot of espresso, and I always like to walk with purpose and confidence. I had one friend try to catch up to me on campus once and he was like, "Slow down! Where are you going so fast?" I just can't help but always walk fast due to my long legs.
3. Standing out
Not only do I love to wear bright colorful outfits, but I feel like my height also adds to how much I stand out. I'm constantly noticing people looking at me and I'm never sure if it's because of my height or my outfit! Either way its always fun to stand out.
4. Being the tallest one in crowds
Nothing is worst then trying to wave over someone through a crowd. Thankfully, I am usually the perfect height to where the person can just see the tops of my hands. Being tall definitely has its benefit in crowds.
5. Never having to wear heels
Most shorter girls feel so obligated to wear heels all the time, but not me! I've maybe owned four pairs of heels in my entire life, and worn them all of about five times. People think that it would be liberating for me to try on heels for a day, but as clumsy as I am I know there's a high chance I would just fall right on over. Plus heels can be bad for your feet long term!
Being a tall girl has its great moments and its not so great moments. For example, finding jeans that actually touch my ankle can sometimes feel like a goose hunt. But I love being tall because it makes me stand out, and it's something that I happily identify with.
