5'10" Pauline writes

I am a Veteran. I have served 3 1/2 years of active reserve duty, and am still serving in the United States Air Force Reserves. I joined the military when my 9.5 year old son, was only 2. I am grateful that I have a supportive husband, family, and friends, who make serving my country a little easier. Recently, a friend suggested that I compete for Ms. Veteran America 2015, and since I couldn't find a good enough excuse, as to why I shouldn't, I researched the competition and what I discovered was AMAZING. Ms. Veteran America isn't a pageant. It is a way to acknowledge that women veterans aren't just their uniform, but most importantly, it provides a platform to bring awareness and financial resources to support homeless veteran women and their children. It is a way for women like me, with a voice for the voiceless, to help raise money for a worthy cause.

I know what she looks like, because at one point, this was my biological mother. She had made some choices and because of the lack of rehabilitation efforts, both she and my father found themselves living in cardboard boxes in abandoned buildings. Thankfully, that is one part of her story, and today she has a remarkable testimony.

Final Salute says it right: It is "unacceptable"!! Homeless woman veteran, should not be in the same sentence. These women have served their country, protecting the very freedom, so many take for granted. No, it doesn't make sense and you have an opportunity to do something about it.

So in case you couldn't tell, I submitted my registration and am now an official Ms. Veteran 2015 contestant, and just a click away from raising money to support women, who could be your sister, friend, or mother. Please give whatever you have (no amount too small) to get these veteran women the resources they need to get back on their feet. Thank you in advance! :)

Joerg adds: Pauline was Tall Woman of the Month for November of 2008

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Jannon's Basics

Height: 6'4 1/2''
Birthdate: April 10th 1982
Location: Southeast USA

How did I deal with being tall when I was young

Well I was such a popular girl in high school. Class president, basketball player and a science geek to boot. I was always taller than everyone... including most guys. After being really self-conscious of being tall, I took it in my stride. My favorite questions/comments are, "How tall are you?", "You must play basketball", "Are your parents tall?", "Do you have a problem getting dates", "Wow, you make me feel short"... I've come up with a million witty remarks to all of them. I think that my personality and disarming nature puts people at ease with me.

Why I love being tall

I love being a tall woman, because its part of my heritage. I come from Spanish and Indian heritage. I'm an Amazon in my own right, a strong woman warrior. My mother and father are both over 6 feet tall. I love my stature because it gives me confidence when I walk into a room. I love my long legs and I love heels.

The type of guys I like

I like men who don't make a huge deal over my height or if we have a height difference. A woman doesn't really like to have obvious things flung in their face. Just because I'm a tall woman and I'm strong that doesn't mean I'm dominant. I've met some "extreme" types - especially online. I like romantic, nice guys who are intelligent and have a lot of common sense.

How do people treat me in public

Well, I am tall, but I have a brother who is 7 feet tall. So when I'm with him, I don't get gawked at as much. But usually in public, I get stared at a lot. I personally think it's rude. I don't stare at people who aren't the norm, so why stare at me. I dislike when parents don't correct their children when they stare. But I loved when I went to a night club and this gentleman said that "There is a phenomenal woman, indeed''. I think that fits me to a T.

Love always,
Your Amazon Princess Jannon

Harriet's Basics

Name: Harriet
Birthday: March 31st, 1991
Height: 6'0 1/2"
Location: United Kingdom (Wales)

Hi, my name is Harriet, I am 17, I'm from Wales and just over 6ft, not extremely tall but tall enough, and I might still grow.

I seem to be an easy to pick on target for many reasons, here are a few. I'm "brainy". I know many brainy girls but because I'm tall, I'm the one that gets picked on, I'’m 4/5 inches taller than the next tallest girl in my class. I also wear glasses, so that apparently automatically makes me a "nerd" and again because I'm tall as well, I get the teasing worse, a while ago I was ill with post viral syndrome, and part of it was an abnormal growth spurt. I have also been called the "Twin Towers" before, and when they got knocked down I was once told that I would be too by another kid in my class. I am proud of being different, though, I am arty, I play the violin and I am a bit of an agony aunt for my younger sister, she is 13 and 6ft too and she is coping a lot better than I did because she has used me as a role model, and she's had a sympathetic ear. We always stick together and help each other should anyone challenge us! I also help her friends with problems too which I really enjoy. I used to hate my height, but I can’t change it, so I have grown to love it, tall women look better on T.V, in most clothes and more likely to stand up for themselves in later life, so I should be proud to be tall.

You only live once, so you should enjoy it, and I have learnt, even though I am only 16 that I am mentally a lot stronger than a lot of girls (and guys!) my age, because I have been questioned and teased most of my life, so us tall women are automatically authority figures.

When I am out I always have to have ID or my birth certificate with me, because I have been overcharged for travel since I was about 11/12 – for an adult fair, I'm sure many visitors will have experienced this too. Clothes can also be a bit of a problem, when the 12/14 "long" trousers are meant for someone who is only 5ft 7/8, it does make you doubt yourself, and you do question if you are too tall, but I don't think there is such a thing, it's not your problem, it's other people that are, in fact just jealous. I do find that I get a lot of stares from people, wherever I go and I do think I intimidate a lot of people, but most of the other women I have met that are my height or taller are the nicest and most GENUINE women I have ever met. They are also very funny and witty, and great company. Tall women are beautiful; the world will just have to accept it one day! I have also noticed that a lot of tall women are more womanly in stature, they are very well endowed and aren’t afraid to show it, most I have met never have the – "I need a breast enlargement" problem, we are already perfectly proportioned.

Tall women should be witty, with the stupid comments like "how is the weather up there" every single day. You learn to ignore it or become very good at deflecting it, "look it’s a real life dwarf" and one my friends used (she’s 5ft 9) "tell me, how many minutes does it take before your buried in snow?", the guy was left there trying to work out what just happened, I have used simple ones too, the ones everyone knows like:

"How’s the soil down there?" or "Well, at least I find out it rains the same day" etc etc.

Being a tall woman does have a minor setback, Men/Guys/Lads; they are often obsessed with having a pintsized, Barbie of a girl stuck to their arm, but this I feel is simply because most can’t cope with having a stronger, brighter, emotionally sound partner that doesn’t NEED a man to feel complete. The ones that can cope are some of the nicest men ever. I don't like being judged on my appearance and I don't judge on appearance either, although dating someone a great deal shorter than myself makes me feel slightly uncomfortable, apart from that I say go for it!

Tall women are the women with balls, just look at Boudicca, she was supposed to be tall, and she is one of the most feared warriors in history, and unchallenged by many men.

xxx
Harriet

Jeanna's Basics

Name: Jeanna
Birthday: April 15th, 1978
Height: 6'2"
Location: United States

Being tall ain't easy, ya know. I've always stood above everyone and I used to be down about it. My dad is only 5'10 and my mom is 4'11". My older sister is 5' and all of my brothers are under 6'. I was 7 lbs 3 ounces and 25 inches long at birth. I was 4'5" when I was 5 years old. Imagine only being 6 inches shorter than your mom when you are in preschool. I reached 6 ft when I was 14 and now stand at a whalloping 6'2". My parents are positive that if I hadn't started having back problems due to a degenerative process that I have, I would have been well over 8 ft tall by now. Back in my high school days, all the guys were shorter than me and were greatly intimidated. I stuck out like a sore thumb and finding clothes that were long enough were a nightmare. But I got through it. I got by on my personality and wit, and let's not forget my sheer beauty. Hahaha!

Most people think that tall girls are automatically going to love to play basketball. NO NO NO. I hated the game. Didn't even like to watch it. I wasn't the sporty type I guess you could say. I was to say the least.. a song bird. I used to prance around in my skirts and heels singing whatever came to mind. I was in the choir and every theater production that my school had.

Then came college. College was so much better than high school. I "FIT". I don't know how else to explain it. There were other tall girls. We shared clothes, shoes, and horror stories about being tall. But you know something.. I wouldn't change it for anything. It has made me the person I am today. 

I love being the big tall girl at job interviews. The one that isn't afraid to wear the 4 inch heels, and well I would say short skirts, but what isn't short on us tall women right? I love being the one they remember not only for her height though, but because of an outstanding personality, and the willingness to speak her mind, and let's not forget smart as all get out. 

These days, when I'm not out sick on medical leave, I work as a mental health nurse. The one thing my boss commends me on is the fact that even though I have to look down, I never look down on my clients. And my clients are more aware of me while I'm there. I never use my height to intimidate anyone, but at the same time, I think you'd be pretty leery of trying something if you had a 6'2" 335 LB AMAZON staring down at you too.

Love always...
Jeanna

Gretchen's Basics 

Name: Gretchen
Birthday: November 11th, 1972
Height: 6'1" Location: USA

Hey there. I'm Gretchen. When I was young I hated being tall and I would slouch all the time. My grandmother and mother who are both tall would poke me in the back which forced me to stand up straight and proud.  Boys in school were generally to insecure to invite me to dances and I was glad because I was afraid that their head would be right in my chest.  I grew fast and was awkward but at age 17 a modelling agency picked me up which was great for my self-esteem.

I was in a gas station the other day and this real character of a guy was gawking at me and finally got up the courage to say, "Wow, you are really tall."  I wasn't in the mood and rudely shot back that maybe it was just that he was really short (which he was). He was devestated and I apologized right away. Clearly he was simply admiring my height but it does get old after awhile.  Another favorite story is when I was in a grocery store and this small child stopped dead in their tracks and pointed right at me and said, "Look Mommy, she's a giant!"  The mother was mortified but I just laughed and said that to him I probably did look like a giant.  She turned every shade of purple and red and orange that you can think of before apologizing profusely for her sons faux pas.

I like men who are confident and not bothered by my height. This one guy I went out with bought special boots that would make him as tall as me but I wanted to wear the 4 inch heels that matched my outfit so he was disappointed.  I can be intimidating to men because of my size and the fact that I am a Type A personality so they have to be superconfident and able to handle me.  If they can figure that out they've got it made because I am passionate, loyal, and a worthy companion.  The most important thing to me is that they have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and are active in their church in some type of regular service or leadership capacity. If any of you single guys out their think you fit this criteria and are seriously interested the go to  www.facebook.com/tallartist and send me a message. I look forward to hearing from you and God Bless!

Have a great day Gretchen

Name: Sarah
Birthday: August 27th, 1983
Height: 6'0"
Location: France

Hello to all!

While growing up I remember watching the class pictures at school and being a head over everyone else. LOL. It didn't bother me when I was a kid. At 12, I was taller than my nanny (5'0") LOL

When I was a teenager, it started to bother me a little cause it was hard for me to find stylish clothes fitting me (I grew up in France and I was the tallest girl in my town), especially pants, so I ended up in dresses and skirts all the time... Even in Winter... I didn't wear heels for different reasons:

• I was even taller and didnt want to look like a giant (and I was a bit overweight, so I was a big girl and didn't like it)
• I couldn't find my size in the models I liked (size 11)
• High heels were killing my feet cause all my weight was on the front of the feet, I couldnt stand them for more than an hour. And mostly sold either very high heels or flat shoes... :(

So I dressed like **** for a while, often wearing sneakers, and not being the best dressed girl in the club... It also was a problem to date guys. I like to feel comforted and protected by guys so I like them to be as tall as me, a bit taller is ideal, and strong, not all skinny, but better normally built or in shape. I stayed single for a while (a long while).

I then decided to move away (England) for a while, and I gained some confidence cause I also lost some weight, and I didn't look chubby and tall anymore. I looked tall and beautiful!

After another 2 years I moved to Florida (I have been living here for over 3 years now) and I can tell that my height is a positive point here! Everyone is SO short (from south America for most) and look at me like I'm a giant :)

What remarks do I get ?

• Wow, you are so tall (Yeah, I know)
• You are beautiful ! (Thank you!)
• How tall are you ? (6'0")
• Do you play basketball ? (Nope!)
• Do you play any sports ? (Nope!)
• Is your family tall ? (Stupid question! Yes, they are - dad is 6'0", sister 6'0", mom 5'10", uncle 6'7" etc...)
• Do you like shorter guys ? (Not really)
• It might be hard to find a boyfriend ! (You have no idea!)
• etc...

And it's funny cause the first thing people do when they see me, is looking at my feet! (I believe it's to see if I am wearing heels) and most of the time I wear flip flops cause I live in Florida and it's always warm here, so they are like "oh yeah, you are really tall" and if I am out with little heels, they are like "Oh yeah, you are tall but it's because you have heels...". I then answer that even without heels I'm super tall :)

I have no more issues with finding boyfriends. I like tall guys - it's a fact but I have dated some guys who were 5'9" or 5'10"... (I agree - it looked kinda ridiculous but I didn't care!)

But now I love when people look at me, cause I can feel they are mostly envious :) When I walk in the street, I walk with back and shoulders straight, head up, and smiling. I am very confident, and whenever I walk into a place, people SEE me, and pay attention... here most people remember me as "the tall French girl". LOL. I am very happy with my height now and I wouldn't like to be an inch shorter!!! I wish they would just make more fashionable clothing and shoes for us! (but thanks to your website I can now shop better!!! Thank you!!! ). And I wish my feet didn't hurt when I wear high, high heels...

To all the tall women of this world: We have been given a unique gift... and we should make something out of it! Don't be ashamed! You are tall and beautiful... And if people look at you weirdly in the street or something, just smile back at them... They aren't worth you wasting your time! 

P.S.: The first picture is with my friend Jorge (5'9" or 5'10"), the last picture was taken 2 years ago when I surprised my family at my mom's 50th birthday party in France (I just showed up out of nowhere... well, actually from Florida :) ) and everybody was happily crying! Here are my 2 sisters (weirdly the young one is as tall as me, while the oldest is only 5'7"), my Mom and myself. 

Bisous a toutes !!!
Sarah

April 2011 update 

I moved back to France for the summer 2010 for vacations and see family. I met a guy I dated for a few weeks about 10 years ago. We got together and I now moved back in October 2010. We are happily living together in Southern France, and we are expecting a baby boy in September! A Happy Ending!

Name: Karen
Birthday:
Height: 6'0"
Location: USA, originally from the Ivory Coast

Hello, my name is Karen. I sincerely believe that Tall is gorgeous. Yes, I know the kind of scrutiny WE tall women can receive from the public because of the fact that we may be different from the average in that specific area. However, I believe that people's view of us revolved around how we carry and portray ourselves. Hence, we must as well embrace who we are and have fun with it!

I am a 6ft tall woman now. And have quite taking advantage of my height to do so many things like modeling, doing beauty pageants, being an influential personality in my community. I was chosen Miss Ivory Coast USA 2012 and going for Miss Africa USA 2013. Hence, I really did put myself out there and tried not to let my height and the public scrutiny slow me down. I basically turned what could be criticized into an opportunity. I cannot recall either any bad memory of my social interaction with people because of my height growing up. In the contrary, my height made me stand up from the crowd and I was successful both socially and relationship wise.

I must say though, I encountered difficulties having peace with myself in my early dating life because of my height. I never wanted a shorter man. For me looking literally down at my man was a weakness from his part; he should be strong and when I hug him I should feel protected, which I did not feel from a shorter man. Funny enough, I never wanted a taller man either because I did not want giant babies lol. So I had those battles to overcome and realized that what matter is really a man that treats me right. Plus, I think those things are just superficial things. What is important for me is the impact I make in society. And just knowing that God created me and think I am beautiful is enough for me to focus rather on most important stuff.

I can go on and on sharing my experience as a Tall woman and the public reaction to that. But I will stop here by advising you to be comfortable in your own skin, to take care of your body, your health and CHOSE to be gorgeous ladies!

Check out my website for more information about me, the impact I have in my community, and my beauty pageant.

And please if you get a chance click on this link and then on the 5 stars of my profile for me to win the Miss Africa USA competitionI am in

Thank you and all the best
Karen

Fredrica, 6'1"

Hi, my name is Fredrica. I am 32, 6'1". I love being tall.

When I turnt 12 years old I was wearing a size 12 shoe. I sprouted so quick my family was in shock cause I was busting out of my shoes and clothes which was a problem because we were a very low income family and my grandmother was taking care of us due to our father being in prison and mother being a addict. So I had to go to school with holes in my shoes.

So I was teased a lot about my height and my attire. Girls used to jump me after school or want to fight me because of my height, no other reason because I was a very shy person, I'm still shy to this day (quiet giant). That's way i love my family because they never let me feel down about my height.

Anyways I was born in savannah, so we walked everywhere. Me and my aunt would walk places and they would think I was the mom and she was the daughter. I was fully developed at the age of 13 and very smart, I did not act like a teenager. I am the tallest person in my family on my grandmother side of the family, thanks to my dad who I believe is 6'4. All the women are 5'7 and under. My mom is 5'5 or 5'4. The male are 5'9 and under. So it's funny when we have family functions and there are people who haven't seen me since I was a teenager.

I live in Atlanta now. As an adult I love it even more, I love wearing heels, and I love my long legs. Thank god my upper body is a great length as well. Everywhere I go people stare, I think it's funny still. The looks on their faces are hilarious especially when I'm in heels! I'm truly happy I found your site it's a blessing. The only place I had to go for dress-up shoes was payless, I'm a payless fan! Im glad you guys have found sites for shoes and clothes.

Thank you for putting this together! I will spread the word!

Linnette's Basics

Name: Linnette
Birthday: May 28th 1968
Height: 5'10"
Location: United States

When I started liking boys, I became very uncomfortable with my height because all I would attract was short boys. Then my Daddy told me that shorter guys know how to appreciate taller women. As I got older, I learn to love myself first; every inch of my 5' 10" frame was worth my confidence and hey, if God is pleased, so am I.

I remember shorter girls would tease me alot. I've been call everything from the Jolly Black Giant to Goofy. Well, one day, one of those short girls got herself in a mess she just couldn't get herself out of and guess who she turned to for help. She was the meanest out of all the short girls who teased me and she wanted my help. You may think this is very selfish and petty of me, but I was 13yrs old and just a little over 5' 8" tall and I just sat there and watch her get annilated (she really wasn't hurt too bad). Needless to say, she never teased me again and I sort of made sure she stayed out of trouble. I wonder what she doing now! Anyway, I wasn't a Christian then, but now that I am, there's not much I can do about my past but I can thank God daily for my height. I walk as confident now than I have ever did. I love the way I look, I love the way, I love the way I stand because I stand tall for Christ Jesus and no one, short or tall, is going to take that from me.

I don't live in the same neighborhood I grew up in; however, I do get more compliments about height than stares. And those who stare at me are short men wondering how to approach me (I think that's so cute!!).

The kind of man I like has to be a Christian. A God-fearing, honest, loyal, real man (no dogs, please! I have had enough of them!)! I'm going to be honest, I do prefer that he is at least over 6' tall (I sure would rather look up than down); however, my height would be the lowest I would consider. I like him to be very funny, b/c I love laughter; hard-working, and if he has children, he has to be a good father to his kids (and no 'baby mama drama' please), constantly growing in his walk with Christ, education, communication, economics, and social skills. I DO NOT LIKE DEAD WEIGHT!!!! He has to be adventuruous, spontaneous; yet a good organizer. And I would prefer for him to be the man in the relationship. I don't mind changing a flat tire, fixing a leaking pipe or even barbequing on the grill, but man can a sista just be a lady for once. Just keepin' it real, don't hate! I also, like the kind of man, that just loves to do whatever it takes to keep me happy. You know, that kind of man that is not so caught up in hisself that he forgets that he's with someone. The kind of brotha that knows how to love of sista just right!! :-)

Well, that's all I got for ya. I'm out!! 

I holla...
~L~

Maureen's Basics

Name: Maureen
Birthday: January 23rd, 1959
Height: 5'11 1/2" Location: USA

I've adored being tall all my life! I remember being taller than all the boys - well, just about all my classmates - in elementary school. My mother, who is about 5'4", immediately enrolled me in ballet class, knowing it would help with my self-esteem and teach me how to carry my body proudly. Always ready with a loving "Maureen, sit up straight!", I learned early on that being a tall woman was something special.

Ever since I shot up 5 inches in my 12th summer, having height has been a wonderful blessing for me. I began to feel much more confident and signed up for modeling school, doing amateur shows for local boutiques and department stores. I cherish those memories, and whenever I see a tall young woman, I tell her, "Be proud of your height, it's a wonderful thing!".

My husband, Chris, and I are retired and live in the beautiful high country of northern Arizona. We love to hike, bike, kayak and target shoot (hence the photo). I love to garden, cook and take classes at our local college. I also love searching out the best places to buy clothes for my tall frame - a favorite is oldnavy.com as they carry a 36-inch inseam in jeans, and shirts and sweaters with extra-long arms. Plus, I LOVE wearing heels!

Thank you, Joerg, for creating this website - and for the honor of being the August 2010 Tall Woman of the Month!

Love & hugs, Mo xoxoxoxo

Name: Tanja
Birthday: March 29th
Height: 6'1 1/2"
Location: Germany

Hi... my name is Tanja, I am 6'1 1/2". I am 42 years old and I grew up a military brat. I live in Germany and I am happy to report life is good. I was always the tall kid in class and until right before I entered high school kids were cruel. I guess at a young age so many kids want to be accepted into a few select groups instead of enjoying the uniqueness of many. I played basketball and volleyball in high school and at minimum I was finally accepted as an athlete. Let me tell you... I was horrible at volleyball and still made varsity. My height was paying off. LOL!!!!

As I started getting older I realized it was to exhausting worrying about if people liked me and accepted me. It doesn't bother me anymore... I love who I am and it's beautiful being different. I use to get asked "how tall are you?", "do you play basketball?", "do you model?" or the most hated statement, "damn, you're tall!" Overall I believe people have good intentions and are fascinated by my height so when they ask I smile and answer their question. Their responses are always positive. I have noticed in the last few years people don't ask me about my height like they use too. Are times changing? I don't know. Either way I love filling a room when I walk in and the eyes are on me. It took me a long time to feel this way and inside I am a happier girl :-)

I have been very career focused and successful in reaching my professional goals. Last year I finally purchased my first home and let me tell you yard work is hard!!! Nobody warned me!! Overall I am very happy with my achievements and I am now focusing on myself and one day a family of my own.

I like a confident man who loves to laugh, is spontaneous and sees the positive in all people. In my younger days I didn't like dating a shorter guy but I finally realized since I wanted to be accepted for me then I should do the same for others.

I have been enjoying this website for several years now and I love reading about the life experiences of other tall ladies. Thank you for developing a "one stop shop" experience for special ladies of the world and this opportunity to be the "Tall Woman of the Month"

Sincerely
Tanja

Name: Brooke
Birthday: July 7th 1975
Height: 5'10 3/4"
Location: USA

My name is Brooke Smith. I am 34, born 7/7/75 and from USA. I have two sons; Drake, 7 and and Cole, 10. They keep me busy with all of their sports and school activities.

Growing up I of course wanted to be shorter. I am very close to 5'11". I had a steady boyfriend through highschool. We began dating when I was in 8th grade and continued through highschool. When we started dating we were the same height. Little did I know that he was done growing and I was just starting. We must have been around 5'6" or so. As I grew I began playing volleyball, basketball and excelled the most in track. I still run til this day. In highschool I was alittle leary about my height and never wore heals. Now, that is all I wear. I love being tall. My entire family did not take after my grandfather, who was 6'2 and married my grandmother; who was 4'11". The tallest is 5'9".

Of course, comments are always said to me: "Brooke is a tall glass of water." My legs are always commented on and of course, family pictures, I am definetely noticed. Guy's have always looked at me. I think they were looking in a positive way and they still do. I always wear heals and people comment about being taller than I actually am. I love it. I think it enhances my height. This took me a long time to notice that I can wear heals and feel good about myself. I love watching runway modeling and the clothes they wear. Boots are my favorite. I like myself and if a guy doesn't like me for who I am than I don't need him. This took me years to find out. But I am who I am and being tall is part of me. Take it or leave it.

Thank you
Brooke Smith

Hi, my name is Jessica. I'm 6'4".

I started kindergarten at a height of almost 5ft tall. I remember my first day of school clearly, mostly because some adult came up to me and thought I was at the wrong school and in the wrong grade. I was always the tallest person in the school. In 8th grade I reached 5 ft 11. And by graduation from high school I was 6 ft 2. High school was hard. Sure I had friends, but trying to get a date being taller than all the guys was impossible. I got made fun of because I could never find pants long enough. Being asked if a flood was coming was a little annoying and hurtful. I also got the "do you play basketball" comment I believe every tall girl gets. I didn't play basketball, not because of the comment but because I have asthma. I ended up playing volleyball for 2 years though.

When I got to college things changed a little. I met taller guys, and even some girls that were tall. I felt more at ease. I started to get dates. But still got the occasional "you are so intimidating." I had boyfriends break up with me because they didn't like the stares we received from people when walking together, since they were shorter then me. Story of my life. I ended up spending most of college weight-lifting with my guy friends and studying. I graduated in 2004 with a BS in Chemistry. I was 6 ft 4.

I finally met a man that adored my height. My husband and I met online, and 3 months later met in person. He loved my height, and even encouraged me to wear heels (which I love to do). He doesn't care about the stares we get at all. For once I felt comfortable being who I am. Doing this raised my self-esteem, my pride, and my respect for myself.

Now you can see me helping shorter people reach things off top shelves, buying clothes I want to wear, buying shoes with heels, and showing off my strength. I don't care what people think anymore. And neither should the rest of you. Be proud of who you are, and what we represent.... Strong, tall, and beautiful women!

Julie's Basics

Name: Julie
Birthday: April 19th, 1966
Height: 6'2"
Location: United States

Hello there. My name is Julie.

I've been married for 18 years. We have three Children: Katherine 16, Maximilian 8, Amelia 6.

I've been in the U.S. Army for 18 years as a Combat Medic. I retired in 2007 and am currently attending college to pursue a career in nursing.

I love your website simply because it focuses on the positive. I am 6"2 and have always stood out and never quite comfortable in my own skin simply because "if you stand out and are not like the norm that people have a hard time accepting you." It also made me socially awkward and difficult pursuing friendships.

It took me a long time to come to terms with the fact that I am fine and if they have a problem with that, it has nothing to do with me. I have a beautiful, intelligent 16 year old daughter who is already 5"8" and I make it a priority to ensure that she knows what a treasure she is. If she encouters discrimination I like to show her the stories that are on your website so that she can know that she is not alone.

I met my husband when I first joined the military and he was the first person who looked at me as a person and not at my height. We have been married 18 years and have three beautiful children.

We have lived in Texas, Colorado, Germany, Alabama, New York as a family and I have been many places to include my last exciting trip to Afghanistan. Our life has allowed our children to be exposed to many cultures and tolerant and loving to all people no matter where they are from and what their heritage is.

My hope for everyone is that they embrace each others differences and always know that they can learn something from everyone they meet.

I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year
Julie

Loren's Basics

Name: Loren
Birthday: May 8th, 1990
Height: 6'1"
Location: United States

Hello, my name is Loren.

I have always been really comfortable with my height. I am now 19 years old and I am 6'1". As a young girl, I was taller than everyone else in my class, but coming from a tall family, I thought that is how it was supposed to be. My dad is 6'4", my mom is 6'0", and my brother is 6'10". When my family went anywhere together, most people noticed and commented my brother’s height. It was not until my brother went off to college that I gained much attention from other people. Now when I walk into a room, I see many people look my way.

In high school I played volleyball and basketball. Most people associate height with sports, but I was more than just a sports player. I was involved in all the clubs, Student Council historian, BETA club, and one of my favorites, Drama club. In the plays I have participated in, many of them I had to play a male part. Even in my senior year, I was taller than most of the guys that wanted to be in plays. I have been asked by a couple of different people why I don’t become a model, I think it would be fun, but I am not really sure if I am actually model material. I am getting married in the spring to a really great guy who is 6’2”. I normally avoid wearing heels when we go out, but he loves when I wear heels and does not mind that I am two or three inches taller than him when I do. He loves my height and is happy when I show it off.

Most of my friends are a lot shorter than I am, but they accept my height very well. Normally when we all go out together, they let me have the front seat and pick picture poses where my head does not get cut off in the picture. The biggest problem I have is trying to find jeans and shoes that are reasonably priced and trying to fit in tight spaces comfortably. My Mom has always told my brother and me to stand up and be proud of our height. I really thought she was crazy when she first said that to us. It is not really what you are thinking about in first grade. Now I know why she says that and I say the same to all the tall girls out there, “Stand up and be Proud!”

All the best from
Loren

Name: Vilma
Birthday: April 17th, 1968
Height: 6'6 1/4"
Location: Canada

Hello. I am Vilma, originally from Lithuania, now I live in Canada. I am a former basketball player and 6'6 1/4" or 197cm tall :) As I am growing older, I feel more and more comfortably about my height. Growing up I didnt' have a lot of problems with my height because I played basketball all time with my team and went to special school for athletes so we were all tall and especially strong. Of course we always were meeting people, who were looking at tall women, like at miracle, or something from another world.

I still hear somebody telling me news: "You are tall"... I could answer: you are fat, ugly, small,or............ instead but I alway say: "I know, this is nothing new to me." There will always be people who think tall women aren't "normal", but what is normal? So I start loving myself a long time ago. I like the way I am. And when I look in the mirror I smile to myself and see my amazing body and love it.

I know I have only one, tall body and that is where my soul lives. So when I smile a lot of people smile be back, and I often hear compliments. Some of them amazing. I know, more importantly it's what is on the inside, but when I meet someone new the first thing people see is tall me so some are scared and some curious but after they get to know me better most people love me. I don't need to make everybody love me though. I know who I am (and I don't need to prove anything to anybody) and most importantly I LOVE MYSELF.

I live today and in my body. I can't change it and I don't want that. I love it, love it, love it. I just want to make every tall girl smile. If you see a tall woman who thinks something is wrong with her because she is tall give her a hug and give her some of my confidence in order to make her life better. Don't worry... we are all different, and here it's beauty of the nature.

Have good day and keep smiling TALL GIRLS! :)
From Vilma

Name: Christine
Birthday: January 12th, 1983
Height: 6'0"
Location: USA

Hi, my name is Christine, I am 29 and will be the big 3-0 on January 12, 2013. I am from Charleston, WV and I am 6'0" tall. I always felt like there wasn't really that many other women who were my height or taller, who weren't runway models. I am working in a Web Design class and I decided I wanted to either re-design a website that was dedicated to tall women, create one of my own, or create a phone app that did the same thing. Upon research, your site was the first one I went to. I am impressed with the positive affirmations, and the whole "tall woman of the month" thing is great. Did you know there aren't any apps for us? I may have to change that. ;)

I used to be very self-consious of being tall when I was younger. I was always about 6" taller than my classmates, and was always the tallest girl in my school. I have been this height since 16! I stopped growing vertically, and now its just horizontally. Haha! ;) I found the man of my dreams when I was in high school; he was my first love and first broken heart. He is 6'4" and we are like Bonnie and Clyde. We broke up and then 6 years later got back together. We have now been together for 6 years, and married for one year. We have a little girl named Harlow who is now 2, and she is as tall as a 4 year old.

The only things that used to bother me about being tall were not being able to find clothes like jeans, or coats with long enough sleeves, dresses for dances, and shoes in size 11 that were as cute as the size 7 ones. But, now that I have many years under my belt of being tall, I have found many sites and stores that accomodate taller women. I have an extensive jean collection from Alloy, who I highly recommend. My favorite part about being tall is that I feel like we don't have to work as hard as our shorter friends to get attention. We don't have to wear high heels if we don't want to, or go to extensive lengths to look great, because our height alone allows us to be statuesque/goddess-like. I read somewhere that tall people have always been thought of as elegant and intelligent, and I just feel like we command attention when we walk into any room. I think that we look great in clothing, and am a huge fan of fashion. Also, even at an advantage because of my height, that doesn't always mean that height means your good at sports or are a model. But the best part is, if I wanted to be, I would have a better chance and excel at it if I tried! I love being tall now. I feel like its a part of what makes me-me. I am glad my daughter is tall too. Her pediatrician thinks she will be 6'2"!

Anyway, thank you for considering me in the contest! I'll be checking your site often from now on.

6'2" Jena has made me bring the "Tall Woman of the month" feature back (would you argue with a woman who is six inches taller than you?).

Jena wrote (back in March of 2007)

"When I was a teenager, I was clutzy. My gangly limbs and feet made me awkward and I banged into furniture regularly. Sometimes I did this in quite embarrassing ways. It was almost as if I couldn’t control my own body. Now that I’m grown up I’m much more comfortable in my own skin. I’ve grown into those long arms and legs that made my teen years so awkward and I actually enjoy being asked by strangers to grab something off a top shelf in the grocery store.

Being tall has its perks, after all."

"Tall women of the world unite! We all have something in common that makes us stand out. I may not always be proud of who I am (as far as my looks are concerned), but you can't change who you are. We're all different and I believe that God made us that way for a reason. One of my favorite poems is "Phenomenal Woman" by Maya Angelou. I think it describes us to a T. Stand tall and stand proud. We are, after all, phenomenal women."

Allana's Basics

Name: Allana
Birthday: October 29th, 1961
Height: 5'11
Location: United States

I just want to tell you, that I was born in Minnesota, later moving to Arizona Growing up as a tall child wasn't always easy, but as I watch some young ones growing up today... I think it probably wouldn't have mattered being short or tall - seems like certain kids just do "that".

Believe me... seems when I was growing up...everyone else was 5'2"... Back in the "dino" days when I grew up, it didn't seem that there was as many of "us tall ones" around! The girls seem to be getting taller (not to mention pretty!) in this generation and I am mighty happy for that!! And I hope things won't be as "rough" for them.

A few of the clothing stores and catalogs seem to be catching on! (Here's one for "LAND's END" on the affordable - hemmed to you pants!). My daughter will most likely be tall and we are PROUD of it!

To all of the young tall beauties out there... "Go For It!!!" Don't be bashful!... you'll be surprised!

All the best
Allana

Marina's Basics

Name: Marina
Birthday: December 23rd, 1992
Height: 6'0 1/2"
Location: Croatia

Hi there!! I'm Marina. I'm 17 years old (born 23 Dec. 1992) and I'm 6'0 1/2". I'm from Croatia and I am going to the third grade of highschool. I'm of course the tallest person in the class. It doesn't bother me at all.

Before I had some complex that I'm too tall and that everybody is laughing when they see me... even if it is like that I don't care anymore. I bet that half of those "popular" (if I can say like that) girls would kill for few more inches. It's funny when I walk into a room or down the street and people are looking at my legs, thinking that I'm wearing high heels... =)) Some of the kids from school call me stupid names like Octopus or they call me like that basketball player but I really don't care.. =) My best friend is 5'3" and we look funny together but I don't even notice that anymore until someone says something about that.

I like sport, I sail... I'm good at that and my height is perfect for that so as my weight (154 pounds). Some things are worse when you're tall, but there are more things that are better when you're tall. You can notice a cute boy before the short girls... Or you can reach to the tallest shelf whenever you want. And of course the view is better from up here! =)))

I love being tall, mother nature and genes gave that and even if some say that I'm too tall for a girl I can't and I would never change my height. Sorry about my English. I am (as I said before) from Croatia...
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