Is awkward the new cool?

Awkward. Even the word sounds....well awkward. I definitely fall into this category both physically and socially and there has never been a better time to proclaim your awkwardness to the world. The pin up girl for the movement; Zooey Deschanel has put it firmly on the map with 'New Girl' featuring the socially challenged; Jess Day. It means we no longer have to hide away for fear of people stumbling across our well hidden awkwardness, we can show it off with pride.

So how am I awkward? I am 5 foot 11 and have incredibly long arms and legs that I can not control effectively. A flick through my facebook photos will provide you with all the evidence you need. As a tall girl I have mastered the knee bend, 'gravity is stronger' on my body than everyone else to stop me looming over my perfectly petite friends. Many a time I have stood there (awkwardly of course) as my friends get chatted up in nightclubs and bars whilst guys pretend that I am not there, like I am a tall shrub in the background, what gentlemen! Oh and the guys that do approach me are are usually 5 foot nothing (why is this?)

Now you may think I am complaining about nothing which admittedly is true but with my tall stature comes clumsiness. Routinely I walk into things, fall over, trip over my own feet and knock things over. I even managed to knock myself out on a sink whilst flicking my hair once.

When you mix this with my social awkwardness then that really is a winning combination. I count this as saying inappropriate things, perhaps breaking into song when you REALLY shouldn't or just generally making a laughing stock of yourself.

For example, once I had a lovely new top that said 'Salut' (hi in French) across the front of it. On my way to work I threw on my cross the body bag and walked through town ignoring the strange looks I was receiving. Can you see where I am going with this? As I walked into work it was pointed out to me that  the 'a' on my top was covered by the strap of my bag.....embarrassing yes but not the end of the world.

Personally I think we should embrace our inner awkwardness because it makes us all different, unique and quirky. I used to long to be like those girls with an unflappable exterior, dressed impeccably and gliding around the room enchanting everyone in their path. Being that perfect sounds like a lot of effort to be honest so instead I say let your freak flag fly and make fun of yourself often!

Well if it works for Zooey.....being cool is over rated anyway!

To prove my point, here are some snaps from my most recent family holiday.......awkward!