I've been short my whole life, and while sometimes I hated it, I can't imagine being any different. Over the years I've come to learn that there are many upsides to being a small person, and I wouldn't want it any other way.

1. You always win Limbo

Every. Single. Time. Also, hide and seek. Who else can fit into cabinets?

2. You are an obstacle course master

After a whole life of climbing cabinets and weaving through crowds, your skills are undeniable

3. Little kids adore you

I swear they think I'm one of them. Also, you get to play with all of their toys with them, and that's something that is shamelessly fun. Children's toys have gotten so much better over the years, although the always amazing Sit n Spin is still going strong.

4. Navigating crowds is super easy

As mentioned before, this is where you shine. And you better believe your tall friends are left behind in the mass of the normally sized, thinking you're right there.

5. You're perpetually 'cute'

6. You fit everywhere comfortably

No car is too small, you have leg room on airplanes, and hitting yourself on door frames isn't even a that crosses your mind.

7. People like to carry you

You're the perfect size to scoop up, so people like to carry you from place to place. I can't say this isn't fantastic, I love piggy-back rides.

8. You can wear whatever shoes you want

Want to wear five inch heels? Go for it, you'll still be the smallest in the group, and you'll be rocking some fantastic footwear.

9. Packing is a breeze

Your clothes are so small they take up less space than the average person's, so you can pack heavy and still have the same amount of luggage as everyone else.

10. You get to rock the 'little person, big personality' lifestyle

Who says being small means you have to live small? Instead, you get to make up for the height you didn't get by being your own, albeit small, independent person. Plus, every group has to have a small friend to round out the dynamic, in size and personality.