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Short people have it so much harder than tall people think. Besides the fact that everything on the top shelf is unreachable even if they use a stool, there’s also the problem of not being able to see anything in concerts, never finding pants that fit without needing a trim, and many other frustrating everyday problems they have to deal with.

Bored Panda collected some of the funniest posts of short people’s problems. If you find these relatable, you’ll also enjoy our short people jokes for a good laugh.

If you’re one of the down-to-earth (pun intended) people yourself, we’re sure you’ll find this common problem post relatable. Just remember there are also many pros to being short, such as shopping at kids' sections and saving lots of money, always looking younger than you are (staying forever young), and having lots of leg room in any car or plane.

And if you’re tall, don't be an arse and help your shorter friends in need! Now, scroll down below for a complete list of short people memes and struggles.

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    #3

    Text post humorously discusses short people problems with a Harry Potter reference.

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    Natasha L
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Upvote for the Harry Potter reference.

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    #5

    Person leaning into a top-loading washing machine, illustrating short people problems with reaching the bottom.

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    Superluminal1
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The water may be a little shallow for that dive.

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    #6

    Text conversation humorously depicting short people problems when walking with taller people.

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    Baenjolras
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    as a tall person in a bad condition, I can testify the fact that all my short friends are faster than me

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    #7

    Two women standing together, one reaching the other's shoulder, highlighting short people problems with a playful expression.

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    #9

    Collage depicting short people struggling with tall clothing, reaching high shelves, and sitting with feet dangling.

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    DuheVon Hill
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have to have all my pants hemmed even the short ones

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    #11

    Short girl with flowers next to a tall guy holding a height requirement sign for homecoming under a tree.

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    #13

    Short people problem: woman in a formal gown stands next to a much taller man in a suit, posing for a photo.

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    Master Markus
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get him to kneel down or something! Also, wow, she looks fantastic!

    Tuesday's child
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's was either her dress or his head. She chose her dress

    Haiven Berry
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This will be me because apparently I'm into tall guys plus I'm only 5" 😂

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    #14

    Split image showing a road view with sunlight and a person in a car, illustrating short people problems.

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    Barbara Delahunty
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You don't have to be short for this to be a problem, especially at this time of year!

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    #15

    Person's head barely visible below mirror in bathroom, illustrating short people problems.

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    #16

    Unable to reach top shelf items, even with a step stool, highlighting short people problems with kitchen shelves.

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    Lorraine
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOL the spatula. Tongs are my best friend when I can't reach :D.

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    #17

    Person wearing a Hogwarts shirt, emphasizing short people problems with clothing length.

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    Marceline Mameshiba
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had the exact realisation the other day with a Wednesday Addams tee

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    #18

    Clothing tag for ages 11-12 with a tweet about short people problems using that size at 22 years old.

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    #19

    Using kitchen tongs to reach tea on a high shelf, highlighting short people problems.

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    Ieva Strupiša
    Community Member
    8 years ago

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    #20

    Tweet about short people problems, needing help at a grocery store, with hashtag #shortpeopleproblems.

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    Flora Polvado
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Think how good you made her feel. Everyone likes to be useful!

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    #22

    Short person in a car, sitting close to the steering wheel, highlighting a common problem faced by short drivers.

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    #23

    Creative solution for short people reaching items on the top shelf in a grocery store.

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    Lorraine
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always have to awkwardly wait until an associate walks by ... But sometimes I get lucky and a nice tall person offers to help :) .

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    #25

    Books labeled "for really tall people" placed on a high shelf, highlighting short people problems in a bookstore.

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    Mike Millar
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They contain the secrets of the giants...

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    #26

    Tumblr post humorously illustrating a short person's seated struggle with feet not touching the ground.

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    Carole Dose
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But how nice that I THINK you're interested in what I'm saying.

    #27

    Tweet humorously addressing short people problems, specifically about not wanting to be used as an armrest.

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    Rose Vill
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I personally wanna punch that person in the balls

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    #28

    Person standing on a counter to reach a high kitchen shelf, representing short people problems.

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    Mike Millar
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do none of these people have stepladders..?

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    #29

    Two girls help each other reach a high shelf in a clothing store, illustrating short people problems.

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    Nyello
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No average person can even reach up there. Ask a worker or search for a hook to grab stuff with. This is dumb.

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    #31

    Text exchange about short people problems with a urinal humor photo.

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    The Laugh Fan
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What are boys supposed to do? Or is this an adult only place??

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    #34

    Person kneeling on a counter applying makeup in the mirror, illustrating short people problems.

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    Zoe Duffy
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks more comfortable than standing 2 me

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    #35

    Crowded concert scene highlighting short people problems with a view obscured by taller attendees.

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    Pandykinz
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't enjoy concerts for this reason. Last one I went to I was just staring at random backs all night. And nobody can hear you yelling!

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    #37

    Person struggles to reach inside a washing machine, humorously highlighting short people problems.

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    Tracey Martens
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The freezer, I always almost fall into the freezer.

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    #39

    Short girl hugging tall guy on a porch, both smiling, highlighting short people problems with height difference.

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    Troux
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least she can kiss Tupac.

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    #40

    Text humorously addressing short people problems, featuring a comedic response to a comment about height.

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    Leoninus Fate
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my sister is 28 and 5'1.... altho I'm 7'4 at 29 myself lol {adopted into family}

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    #41

    Step stool by the bed highlights short people problems of reaching high places.

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    Sophia Marotta
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why would you get that bed in the 1st place, then?

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    #42

    Car windshield partially cleared of snow with a small reach, illustrating short people problems.

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    Rose Vill
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s all short people can scrape, dangeeet!!!

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    #43

    Text humor about short people problems, highlighting height with a quote.

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    #44

    Woman checking height at amusement park, illustrating short people problems with "You Must Be This Tall To Ride" sign.

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    #45

    Tweet about short people problems with a massage chair mistakenly hitting the head instead of the back.

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    Deadpool
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg yes every time I go to a nail salon this happens!!!

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    #46

    Text post humorously asking why tall people sit in front of short people, highlighting short people problems.

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    Pedro Becker
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mwahaha! Actually, I gave my place in a rock concert to a short girl and went to the back... XD

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    #47

    Short person wearing high heels, legs crossed at an anchor desk, highlighting the struggles of reaching high places.

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    DarknessIsMyOutfit
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There should be something for her to put her feet on.

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    #48

    Person unable to see in a high bathroom mirror, highlighting short people problems.

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    #49

    Hand reaching for a high mailbox, illustrating short people problems.

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    Leoninus Fate
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    not really relevant, but I thought at first {and second look} the ring was a caterpillar I didn't know WTF the caterpillar had to do with height before reading the caption lol

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    #51

    Person in a jacket looking up at a parking meter, highlighting short people problems at night on a city street.

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    Rose Vill
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about at the store cashier area, can’t read that goddammm thing how much my bill

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    #52

    Text conversation humorously addressing short people problems and the idea of giving back to nature.

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    Pi...
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    U'll just look like a torso on stilts!

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    #53

    Person standing on kitchen counter to reach top shelf, illustrating a short people problem in everyday life.

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    Shruti Naik
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    shoes on the kitchen top where you cook!? Yikes!!

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    #54

    Man standing on truck's side to reach roof, illustrating short people problems during a car wash.

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    Kelly
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am not sure what a average height person can touch roof of a truck

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    #55

    Short person at a concert, struggling to see over taller attendees, highlighting common problems faced by short people.

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    #57

    Short person humor: a woman humorously hides behind a long dress in a clothing store.

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    #59

    Short person reaching for snacks on a high shelf in a supermarket, highlighting common short people problems.

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    alexa_bessee
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I did this when I was like 4-5. I was looking at a toy, then fell. I somehow fell face first and had to get stitches above my right eye. Don't do this... not fun, not worth it. For pringles, yes; anything else, no

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    #61

    Person in a modern room struggling with short people problems, lounging on a step that’s too high to climb comfortably.

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    Jeanne Deaux
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, are you even supposed to put your feet on the table in the first place?

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    #63

    Text highlights short people problems like finding clothes, being mistaken for kids, and dealing with tall people in crowds.

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    Hamlets twin
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jeans thing in the same for tall people. Most of the time we can only get "Unfinished" jeans. which basically means you're dealing with 80in long pant legs.

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    #64

    Quote humorously addressing short people problems about reaching high places.

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    Pi...
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one was deep! At a epiphanic level!

    #65

    Short person problem: a woman struggles to reach gym equipment while standing on a step.

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    Dracule Mihawk
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ask someone if there's anyone around. I'm sure they won't mind to help.

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    #66

    Short girl problems: a woman squeezed in a car surrounded by bags, illustrating the struggle for space for short people.

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    The Laugh Fan
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I sympathise but it wouldn't make sense to give it to a taller person.

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    #67

    Red Under Armour leggings on a foam mat, highlighting short people problems with humor in a social media post.

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    Tuesday's child
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When this happens I pull the bottom Over my heel and it works pretty well

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    #68

    Short person struggling to see in bathroom mirror, illustrating common short people problems.

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    Hamlets twin
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you signed the lease... Ask if they can help or buy a $5 mirror at walmart

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    #69

    Person taking a mirror selfie with text overlay about short people problems and daughter being taller.

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    Zori the degu
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I`m 14 and I`m almost as tall as my mum, the diference is no more than an inch!

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    #70

    Short person humor: individual struggling to reach top shelf items in grocery store.

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    The Laugh Fan
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't reach things on the bottom shelf as my back is so painful I can't bend. It's an imperfect world.

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    #71

    A person sitting on a bench with feet not reaching the floor, illustrating short people problems.

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    #72

    Person holding large sketch paper, capturing the humor of short people problems.

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    Zori the degu
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My artist friend is normal height, but her drawings folder is so big, that it`s miracle how she moves through the city!:)

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    #75

    Person standing on lower shelf in store reaching for sugar on top shelf, illustrating short people problems.

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    Jessica Hepler
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did this once but I almost tipped the thing over . Scared me shitless

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    #76

    Tweet about short people feeling too short for a modeling show cycle, highlighting confidence issues.

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    #77

    Feet in long leggings with fabric folds; a humorous take on short people problems.

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    Seth Gecko
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those are the longest toes I've ever seen...

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    #78

    Woman holding oversized jeans, illustrating short people problems with clothing fit issues in a store setting.

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    #79

    Short People Problems

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    Carly Noelle
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My pants are supposed to be ankle length and they end above my socks . . . #tallgirlproblems

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    #82

    Grocery shelf with soups out of reach, illustrating short people problems with accessibility issues.

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    Pi...
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's ok.. they're there to help if asked nicely.

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    #83

    Person kneeling on a kitchen counter to reach a high shelf, illustrating short people problems.

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    #84

    Person in a red plaid shirt reaching for food in a microwave on top of a fridge, highlighting short people problems.

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    Carly Noelle
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who puts their microwave on top of their fridge?

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    #85

    Tweet from Alicia Ellis about being mistaken for a child, with the hashtag #ShortPeopleProblems.

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    Tuesday's child
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like the worst thing about being short 4'9) is that the only compliment you ever get is "wow your so cute and childlike" and I don't think being called childlike is even a compliment

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    #86

    Maroon sweatpants with message highlighting short people problems, humorously requesting shorter length for better fit.

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    Lilian Hegeman
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, you can always make them shorter, But i can never make them longer....

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    #87

    Person on step stool reaching up, displaying short people problems in a kitchen setting.

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    Hamlets twin
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    > 2 second search https://www.amazon.com/WAGIC-21316-Giraffe-Changing-System/dp/B001G8HLJ8

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    #88

    Small pink door in a colorful room, perfect for highlighting short people problems related to reaching high places.

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    #89

    Person in an apron standing on a counter to reach a high shelf, illustrating short people problems in a coffee shop.

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    #90

    Person wearing gray knee-high boots, highlighting short people problems with humor on social media.

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    #91

    A woman on tiptoes reaching for a box on a high shelf in a store, showcasing short people problems.

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    Michael Gustafson
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have to pull down the box just to see what's inside.

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    #92

    Text about short people being asked if they want a kid's menu at a restaurant.

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    The Laugh Fan
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then they're just thick. I was always assumed to be the oldest as I was the tallest. People are dumb.

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    #93

    Hand reaching for a high toilet paper roll, highlighting short people problems in a bathroom setting.

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    #94

    Person reaching top shelf, demonstrating short people problems, while another smiles nearby.

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    #95

    A person holding a phone snaps a selfie, struggling to see over a high bathroom mirror, illustrating short people problems.

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    #96

    Person on a chair reaching into a kitchen cabinet, illustrating short people problems.

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    #97

    Short people problems: person in car struggling to reach the steering wheel and pedals, highlighting the challenge of being short.

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    adoracat
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...or after your hubby drives YOUR car...

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    #98

    Person peering over a tall mirror, illustrating short people problems in a family of tall individuals.

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    The Laugh Fan
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sometimes it's just bad DIY. My sister put up a mirror for my mother and I'm taller than them and even on tip-toes I couldn't see in it. They then left it there...

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