How old are you?

To preface, I am THANKFUL to have good genes. I'm always mistaken for looking younger than I actually am, and it seems to be occurring more frequently recently.

Cafe barrista: "You are pretty. When you peak in a couple of years, you'll be beautiful. Are you 16 or 17?" "No, I'm 24. I think I'm in my peak now." "Well, you're pretty. You'll appreciate it later in life." "I'm sure I will."

Department store clerk: "Can I see your ID?" (Show ID) "Is that really you?" "Yes, it was taken when I was 18. I look a little different now." "You look older in your ID photo than you do now. You should update your picture. It doesn't look like you at all." "Oh."

Brother's acquaintance: (Upon being introduced) "Is this your daughter?" "No, she's my sister." (Awkward)

Friend: "I worry about guys dating you." (Confused look) "Why?" "I worry they might be perverted since you look so young. It's like they can date a minor, and it's still legal." "Wow."

Strangers think I am a teen mom when I'm in public with my 16 month old nephew and older sister or mom. I came about this realization when random people would glare at me.

TSA personnel in airports are ALWAYS nice to me. I suspect it's because they think I'm flying on my own for the first time. They ask if I need assistance going through security, if I know how to go through security, if I recently got my braces off...you know, the usual questions everyone is asked.

At least I'll have the last laugh when I'm 40 and look 25. 

{Can you guess which one is me?}