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Posted: 6/8/2005 5:54:59 AM | Yes, I am short and I have been with several women 5'9" or abouts, they sure were fun to slow dance with. Back to the subject its a mindset thing, like chubby women, they can be fun also. The main thing is to see if an attraction, chemistry exist. | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 7:22:25 AM | I have yet to find a woman taller then me (I'm 6'6) to date. I've seen a few and they were also larger body mass wise then me...which would be a turn off.
The shortest girl I've dated was 5'2 the tallest about 5'8ish. The girls I date one thing they all say is how safe they feel in my arms and that they like how tall and big I am so I can protect them. | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 7:24:03 AM | | Well I'm 5'1", so unless he's a dwarf, there's no way he's gonna be shorter than me. I wouldnt limit myself by height, but someone whos my eye level, or someone who's like 6'5" just would feel awkward | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 7:32:26 AM | I'm 5'10. I've gone out with men up to three inches shorter, but find anything shorter than that begins to be uncomfortable. I don't want to feel like an amazon next to my guy. I want him to make me feel petite and safe and protected. It's hard for a guy who's 5'5 to do that for me. The nice thing about nature is everyone was born with varried heights and weights. There is someone out there for everyone, if you are willing to be patient and wait to find him or her.
It's also a matter of attitude and approach. I've read a lot of ads, both male and female to get a feel for who's out there and what I wanted in my own ad. I was amazed by the number of ads where people shoot themselves down--I'm reasonably attractive--I'm no beauty queen--While I'm not much to look at--etc.... I would think those kinds of opening lines would tend to attract those looking to be controlling or perhaps even abusive. (Just a thought). I think by putting your best foot foward without being over dramatic or overwhelming is the best way to go. Be honest, but don't put yourself down.
The height issue, if we are honest, is more an issue for women than men. Some men really like having a very tall woman beside them... go figure! Most women like someone at least their height or taller. It seems to be the naturer of things. | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 11:35:56 AM | Wow!
It's so cool that I'm getting such a great response to this.
I too, have had mixed dating experiences. Some tall (definitely worth the climb - lol) ... some short (but not too short). Most of the time it was with someone about the same height as me. This I prefered because I like looking my partner in the eyes. Am I insecure about my height? No.
The reason why I thought to start this forum was because of an article in a local paper. It was about some people here on Long Island (NY) beginning a support group for "Heightism".
It seems that another group is tired of being picked on. In their description of prejudices they deal with, the dating factor seemed to be one of the more important ones. I figured that having these forums available to us here at Plenty Of Fish makes it much easier for me to get a better and more balanced view of the issue - and so far you've all proven me to be correct.
This is great. Thanks to all who've responded.
Let the forum continue! | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 12:07:05 PM | | I am 6'3" tall, and never can find anyone taller than 5-6 or maybe 5-8 at the most lol | |
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krayon
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Joined: 5/12/2005
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Posted: 6/8/2005 12:17:45 PM | @ uriel,
Your responses may be generated due directly to those cute little antennas you have. I'd be willing to bet the women are lusting after em. The men..well,.. maybe a tad envious.
Just like with my big eyes... the men simply melt for em. | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 12:27:01 PM | | I’m 6’0” and I have only dated one woman over 5’9” and it was strange. I’m not horribly macho, but to date a 5’11’’ woman (who was like 6’3” in heels) was a little threatening. Hey, at least I can admit it LOL. Most of the women I have dated have been 5’4” or shorter. | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 12:35:16 PM | madrox
I have yet to find a woman taller then me (I'm 6'6) to date. I've seen a few and they were also larger body mass wise then me...which would be a turn off.
The shortest girl I've dated was 5'2 the tallest about 5'8ish. The girls I date one thing they all say is how safe they feel in my arms and that they like how tall and big I am so I can protect them.
i love you lol j/p
But i love tall guys im 5'8 almost 5'9 and i dont like dateing guys shorter than me espically that weigh the smae as me lol or less i dont like feeling like i can kick my bf's a$$ lol. I have a friend who is 6'7 and ever time im around him i have to give him like 8 hugs lol just cause i dont know its a thing im into lol
and i have to agree with you madrox it is the whole feeling safe thing it feels so good to get a hug from a guy thats tall and i need to stop talking about this | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 12:45:51 PM | | Since I'm 6'0", I haven't dated any girls taller then I am. Height doesn't play a part in whether I am attracted to them or not. If they have nice eyes and a good personality, I won't even really notice the height of the woman. | |
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Joined: 5/16/2005
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Posted: 6/8/2005 12:59:14 PM | I have dated shorter and taller women...
I don't think it's that important for me, as long as she's not over 7ft! However i do find that i am drawn to smaller women. I just find smaller (5 ~ 5.5) soo sexy! Maybe it is an important factor for me that i havent really given much thought... | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 1:03:22 PM | I'm 5'9" and I have yet to date anyone who was taller than me. Ideally I think I look for the taller person just because I have the image that they can protect me because they are bigger and stronger but I am more of a sucker for personalities. If the person happens to be shorter than I am, which is usual, but they have a really strong personality, I think that it not only complements me better, but since they have a strong sense of mind, they can protect me just the same.
The preference in height to me is only perspective and I think that it really doesn't matter. It all has to do with the comfort level of the individual couple. As for me, height does not matter, just the size and strength of mind they have. | |
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Joined: 12/28/2004
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Posted: 6/8/2005 1:21:40 PM | | i dated a guy who was just about taller than me n im like 5'4 so he was SHORT!!! guess it was kinda weird but i got used to it... considering how short i am i dont think i would wanna date sumone who was shorter...ewww (no offense):-p | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 1:23:05 PM | I'm about 5' 7" and I'm currently dating a guy 5' 9". I have no problem with it at all.
I used to date VERY tall men.
My daughter is 6' 4".
My son is 6' 3". (their daddy was tall)
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Posted: 6/8/2005 1:23:10 PM | | Personally, I like the feeling of being protected - which is why I date tall men. I have dated men who are shorter than me - and height wasn't an issue for our breakups, but I will admit that everytime I have, I have missed that feeling. | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 2:01:18 PM | im 6 feet tall and ive dated a guy who was 5 '6 at first it was ok but im very comfortable with who i am and my height , i love being tall , and yeah ill add on a few more inches with heels . after a few months he started to develop short man syndrome and was very degrading about my height, and acting all tough and well like a jack a** really. that was a big turn off, i sent him packing and after a few more encounters with other shorter men had to make the hard decision that any men had to be atttttt leastttttt be 6 feet and had to be confident in who they are and not intimidated by a woman with legs that were at least 3 feet long that and its really strange to be able to see the bald spot on the back of a guys head and the floor behind him while talking to him  from the front
that and i realllllly feel like a cave woman lol its like heres my 5'3 man i clubbed him and dragged him home lol | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 2:05:49 PM | Personally, I'm shrinkin. Old fokkers do that. I was over 5' 11" tall, now I'm closer to 5'10. Other things have reduced too, but I won't go into that.  Thus, I go alone to my island (with Ringo, of course, the booze, and my guns. Don't fuk with me!) | |
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Joined: 1/18/2005
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Posted: 6/8/2005 2:51:51 PM | I prefer a woman who is shorter than me. That being said, I did have a gf who was an inch taller than me, it was all good. I do miss those legs.. | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 3:40:10 PM | @ iceteagirl
Hey .. if you like my antenna, you should see what I've got inside the ink bottle (lol).
By the way - I do like your eyes ... they're so ... BIG.  | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 3:51:59 PM | | I am 5'10" I have had women taller than me and it was a joy sucking thier nipples, I have also had midgets and it was a joy getting my****sucked while they stand up "hieght is nothing" | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 4:03:26 PM | | Ok ... I am 5-10 almost 5-11 so I am pretty damn tall for a girl. When I stand next to a guy who is shorter than me .. I feel weird. I want to be able to wear my heels and still be shorter than my date. It's something I've tried to get over but I can't. I dated a guy who was 5-7 and it just didn't work. I think that it all depends on how comfortable u are with urself and how much u care about what other people think. I obviously care a little bit so maybe I'm just insecure .. but ohhhhhh well ! | |
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Posted: 6/8/2005 4:07:55 PM | | Personally I don't see height as a big deal in most cases. If mean, a lady who is 4'9 for example might feel a little uncomfortable with a man who is 6'5, depending on who she is. Really though it's an issue that can be overlooked most of the time, when you care about a person. | |
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