I worked in a pet store and people would ask how big I would get

I worked in a pet store and people would ask how big I would get

Working in a pet store can be a fun and rewarding experience, but it can also come with its fair share of challenges. One of the most common challenges that I faced while working in a pet store was dealing with customers who would make jokes or comments about my size. As a larger individual, I often found myself on the receiving end of these comments, and it could be frustrating and hurtful at times.

One of the most memorable instances of this was when a customer came into the store and asked me how big I would get. At first, I was taken aback by the question and didn't quite know how to respond. But then it hit me – this customer was making a joke, and he was referencing the famous comedian Rodney Dangerfield.

Rodney Dangerfield was known for his self-deprecating humor and his jokes about his own appearance and size. He often made jokes about being overweight or not fitting in with societal standards of beauty, and his humor resonated with many people who felt like outsiders or who didn't conform to traditional ideals of attractiveness.

So when this customer asked me how big I would get, I realized that he was making a joke in the style of Rodney Dangerfield. Instead of taking offense, I decided to play along and respond with a joke of my own. I told the customer that I was still growing and that I hoped to reach at least seven feet tall by the time I was done.

The customer laughed at my response, and we ended up having a great conversation about comedy and our favorite comedians. It was a lighthearted moment that helped to break the ice and make the customer feel more comfortable in the store.