Ask a Little Person

[Dags90]

A job is a job.

Hypos are special. but no, i am even more common, i have achondroplasia.

Both share the same pathology though, which is what's boring.

Also, your thoughts on limb lengthening?

 

[CardinalPiggles]

Being that October is Dwarfism awareness month, I thought I would do my part and make another one of these threads. So do you have any questions about dwarfism or the Experiences as a Little person?
( http://www.escapistmagazine.com/forums/read/18.267707-Ask-a-Midget my previous thread)

I'm sorry but I can't feel sympathetic to these people on the video. As far as I know, they don't get treated any worse than most, if anything people would go out of their way to help them, like reaching things up high. That may feel patronising, but it's simply being friendly.

Also I like how they just said things like, 'make people aware of Dwarfism', and, 'make people understand about Dwarfism'. People already know thanks, people already understand thanks.

I don't mean to sound like a prick here but it really grinds my gears when people want attention and seek it through means they didn't earn!

 

[Lang901]

Should I decrease my salt intake?

you should talk to your doctor.

A job is a job.

Hypos are special. but no, i am even more common, i have achondroplasia.

Both share the same pathology though, which is what's boring.

Also, your thoughts on limb lengthening?

if that's what they want to do that is their choice. i won't do it because it really is not needed.

 

[Lang901]

Being that October is Dwarfism awareness month, I thought I would do my part and make another one of these threads. So do you have any questions about dwarfism or the Experiences as a Little person?
( http://www.escapistmagazine.com/forums/read/18.267707-Ask-a-Midget my previous thread)

I'm sorry but I can't feel sympathetic to these people on the video. As far as I know, they don't get treated any worse than most, if anything people would go out of their way to help them, like reaching things up high. That may feel patronising, but it's simply being friendly.

Also I like how they just said things like, 'make people aware of Dwarfism', and, 'make people understand about Dwarfism'. People already know thanks, people already understand thanks.

I don't mean to sound like a prick here but it really grinds my gears when people want attention and seek it through means they didn't earn!

Is there a Question in there?
CAPTCHA: religion stohang

 

[TehCookie]

How do you feel about fantasy dwarves? To be honest, when I hear dwarf that's the first thing I think about.

 

[Flare Phoenix]

How are we supposed to know what counts as discrimination when some people will use what is different about themselves as a flimsy excuse to fulfill their need for attention, while others will cry discrimination if you even so much as look at them?

Also, if the point of the video you posted was "we're all the same as you, just a bit shorter", why did you make a thread that shines a massive spotlight on the fact you are different?

 

[Baneat]

Have you ever done a 100m sprint, and, if so, what was your best time?

 

[Drakmeire]

Do you personally find the term "Midget" offensive?
I have always thought that "Little person" sounded more derogatory overall.

 

[Flare Phoenix]

Do you personally find the term "Midget" offensive?
I have always thought that "Little person" sounded more derogatory overall.

Well since his Xbox Live username has the word Midget in it, I'd say no.

 

[Lang901]

How are we supposed to know what counts as discrimination when some people will use what is different about themselves as a flimsy excuse to fulfill their need for attention, while others will cry discrimination if you even so much as look at them?

Also, if the point of the video you posted was "we're all the same as you, just a bit shorter", why did you make a thread that shines a massive spotlight on the fact you are different?

That is an answer that changes from person to person, you will find that with just about any group. You can find ass holes in just about any group who will do anything for attention.

Are you more attracted to female little people or average sized women?
Have you ever used your size to punch someone in the groin in a fight?
Can you be tossed?
What... is the air-speed velocity of an unladen swallow?

Either tall average height or LPs. I can go either way.
Never been in a fight, but i have threatened.
Again, never tried.
African or European?

Do you personally find the term "Midget" offensive?
I have always thought that "Little person" sounded more derogatory overall.

I personally don't care but there is some people who would take great offense at the term.

 

[Lang901]

Do you personally find the term "Midget" offensive?
I have always thought that "Little person" sounded more derogatory overall.

Well since his Xbox Live username has the word Midget in it, I'd say no.

That name just had kind of a ring to it. it was supposed to be MidgetMania But accidently pressed the l.

 

[The Unworthy Gentleman]

Both share the same pathology though, which is what's boring.

Also, your thoughts on limb lengthening?

if that's what they want to do that is their choice. i won't do it because it really is not needed.

Is it wrong that when I read limb lengthening I immediately thought 'Well, going medieval probably isn't all that beneficial' and that the rack was more torture based than medical? I'm fairly certain I shouldn't jump to that.

What's the worst discrimination you've faced? If you're willing to relive it, that is.

 

[Lang901]

Have you ever done a 100m sprint, and, if so, what was your best time?

One time in 6th grade. i think it was something like 30 to 50 seconds.

 

[Qizx]

Pardon me if this is rude sounding, but what is the difference between a "Dwarf" and a "Midget" if there is one?

Midget tends to be a more offensive term for dwarfism, if I am correct here. Similar to how Inuits prefer being called inuits to eskimos.
Edit: Wow beaten to the punch twice while I was posting.

 

[Lang901]

Both share the same pathology though, which is what's boring.

Also, your thoughts on limb lengthening?

if that's what they want to do that is their choice. i won't do it because it really is not needed.

Is it wrong that when I read limb lengthening I immediately thought 'Well, going medieval probably isn't all that beneficial' and that the rack was more torture based than medical? I'm fairly certain I shouldn't jump to that.

What's the worst discrimination you've faced? If you're willing to relive it, that is.

I live in Iowa (in the United States for those who don't know) so every one is pretty accepting here so I don't really have any stories, Sorry.

 

[The Unworthy Gentleman]

I live in Iowa (in the United States for those who don't know) so every one is pretty accepting here so I don't really have any stories, Sorry.

I think this may be the first time someone has apologised for not being discriminated against. I just wanted to know how if you'd been through much trouble because of asshats.

 

[Dirzzit]

Cake or pie?

 

[Last Hugh Alive]

How would you feel about a videogame in which the protagonist is a dwarf or midget? It goes without saying there would be media outrage, but would that offend you or would that be a "step forward" of sorts? Would you be interested in playing it and if so, what kind of game or genre do you think it should be and what tone should it have (eg - serious, humour, etc.)?

Is this something you have ever thought of or even fantasized about?

 

[game-lover]

Do you watch any of the shows that depict little people?

Like the Little Couple, Pit Boss and that new wrestling show Hulk Hogan has just started?