Sandy Allen is the world tallest living woman. I first learned about her one night while watching a special on The Learning Channel about the worlds tallest man. I was intrigued by her strength and personality. Sandy has a pituitary disorder that has caused her to grow at an unusually rapid rate. At 10 years old she stood 6'3" tall. Currently, she is 7'7" tall and because of excessive strain on her knees and circulation she is confined to a wheelchair. Her personality is one of a woman that never gives up. She recognizes that the greatest hardship in her life is also the greatest gift. She uses the fame she has been given to speak and give hope to others suffering from diseases. In 2001 a book entitled Cast A Giant Shadow was released about her life. Sandy is an inspiration to me, and many other people worldwide. She challenges us to look beneath the surface beauty to the soul of a person for thier true beautiful qualities. She teaches all that meet her that it doesnt matter the frame we are given, or the difficulties we face, it is what we do with them that count.
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