Hi All,

On the weekend I bought a magazine for the fun of it. On the cover it looked good - called "Clean Eating", it talked about whole foods, less processed foods, eating cheaply, ways to slash your grocery budget, all things that I enjoy.


Unfortunately, it turns out that "Clean Eating" is just another trend diet - at least to this magazine. There were articles on cravings and how to not give in to them ("just change your routine! eat bananas instead!" etc), a "success story" about someone who'd lost weight, ways to make "low fat ice cream" and reminders that a cookie is still a cookie so you'll still gain weight if you eat too many of them even if they're made with whole grains, pseudo-science about good waist sizes and so much more.


After reading it, even skimming or avoiding altogether the articles and tidbits on weight loss, I felt dirty and a lot of body shame. AND I felt stupid for putting money into the pockets of the people who are putting that magazine out. I do NOT want to support the diet industry in any form.


So the only thing I could think to do was to tell you all about it. Don't make the same mistake I did! Stay away from "Clean Eating" magazine.

Hi all,
Clearing out my closet and thought I'd post this list:
http://www.list4all.com/clothes-stuff/
Maybe more to come!!

Hi Vancouver fats!

It's my birthday on Tuesday so I'm trying to decide what I want to do and I was thinking maybe next weekend I'd make my best friends take me to Playland 'cause I haven't been in years. I've grown quite a bit since last I was there and I was wondering if you could advise how fat friendly the rides are? I'm about 5'8", 270, size 18/20.

Thanks!

not sure if there are any other cbc radio nerds on here, but this morning i was listening while i did some work and was i ever surprised and excited to hear kate harding of shapely prose being interviewed. luckily you can catch the podcast on the cbc radio one q site:

http://www.cbc.ca/q/pastepisodes.html

mandy moore takes up about the first third of the show, then kate harding comes on. i doubt much of what any of us hears will be news, but it's great to have kate getting all this out into the mainstream media. go kate! and go cbc for actually having the chops to address the issue of fat positivity and fat rights.

are there any bike shops around town that deal with bikes for heavier people? either factory made or custom built?

i really want to start bicycling now that both my kids are mobile on two-wheelers and we can get around town together that way, but a regular bike is not only uncomfortable for me seat-wise, i'm worried about the frame/wheel weight limits.

i've found http://www.supersizedcycles.com/ (custom-built bikes for people who weigh over 200 lbs) already, and would consider ordering something from them as a last resort (though the thought of the exchange rate, plus shipping + duty are extremely daunting). i'd much rather find something to commission/buy locally.

thanks in advance.

A friend of mine is directing a production of 'Fat Pig' at Performance Works on Granville Island this month.



FAT PIG
By Neil LaBute

Cow. Slob. Pig. How many insults can you hear before you have to stand up and defend the woman you love? Tom faces just that question when he falls for Helen, a bright, funny, sexy young woman who happens to be plus sized-and then some. Forced to explain his new relationship to his shallow (although shockingly funny) friends. Neil LaBute's sharply drawn play not only critiques our slavish adherence to Hollywood ideals of beauty but boldly questions our own ability to change what we dislike about ourselves. This is a smart, telling drama with a splash of nervous hilarity.

“It’s theatre without novocaine…will make you squirm in your seat!”- The Journal News

Jesse nominated actor Michael Scholar Jr. takes the Director’s reigns for “Fat Pig”, with actors Aaron Craven (Carter), Lawrence Haegert (Tom), Kathryn Kirkpatrick (Helen) and Jennifer Mawhinney (Jeannie) giving compelling performances. “Fat Pig”also features designs by Itai Erdel (Lighting) and Naomi Sider (Costume and set Design) with poster design by Dion Johnstone and website design by Richard Johnson.

PERFORMANCE WORKS- 1218 Cartwright St. Granville Island- May 20 to May 30, 2009
PREVIEW: May 20TH @ 8PM all tickets half price
OPENING NIGHT: May 21
SPECIAL 2 For 1: Tuesday, May 26th
MATINEES: Saturday May 23rd and 30th at 2:00pm
Tuesday-Saturday: 8:00pm
Prices:
Tuesday-Thursday & Matinee: $21.50 (s/c included)
Friday-Saturday: $25.50 (s/c included)

ORDER BY PHONE: 604-684-2787
Additional $2.50 per ticket for phone orders
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
MEDIA CONTACT: Geri Guemos 604-339-9759 gerigemos@gmail.com

I've been really excited to see this performed, ever since I read the play a few years ago, but never actually believed anyone would put it on here. I hope some of us will go! (Maybe with me?)

"Thank you for emailing us with your concern.

In regards to your inquiry Faith 21 will not be available in Canada. Your comments and suggestions to have this product available in Canada have been forwarded to the appropriate department for their information and review.

We apologize for any inconveniences.

If you have any further questions/concerns, please call our customer service line at (888) 494-3837 or by emailing us at online@forever21.com. Our representatives are available to take your calls and emails Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday through Sunday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.

Sincerely,
Yadhira Sanchez
Forever 21 - Customer Service"


So Forever 21 is not carrying Faith 21, its brand new plus-size range, in Canada at all; and not in the brand new Forever 21 being built in Metrotown as we speak (despite the fact that it's supposedly a two-floor store with plenty of room). And to make matters worse, it isn't going to be carried in Washington state, and we Canadians won't be able to order it online.

If anyone thinks this is as rididculous as I do, please send comments to Forever 21's customer service HERE. Seriously, I think this line is going to be flying off the shelves, and they're idiots not to be stocking it in every store.

Hi! My name is Jane, I will be anchoring this wonderful topic! It will be a one hour session for POS (people of size) and their supporters. Please register and come and share your voice with other folks in our dynamic community.


I'm runnin the caucus on May 10th for People of Size @ 1:30 pm at the venue. If you are going just look at the activity board at the location. I believe there are very few spots available for this women only glorious weekend, if you are a kink kinda woman, this is the place for you so register now!

http://canadianmayhem.com/

Don't hesitate to drop me a line!
Cheers :)

So, I picked up my daily Metro today to find this lovely article. I thought I'd give everyon the heads up in case anyone wants to join me in sending this weight bigot an informative response. :)

Pursuant to my last post in the community I decided to head out to "Forever Yours Lingerie" in Langley in my search for the perfect summer robe. I figured since I knew there was one kind of utilitarian robe for sale at Penningtons I would check out the other for-sure spot in town to make sure I was aware of all my options.

First, you should be aware that it has moved locations. Still on the same street, but on the opposite side and a little more to the west. But more alarmingly, I am sad to report that "Forever Yours" is no longer forever ours. I was quite chagrined to see that more than half the store is now dedicated to standard-sized sleepwear, lingerie/intimates, and swim wear. There were many beautiful, silky, luxurious, lightweight sexy robes exactly like I wanted on display, but only sizes small to extra large. When the saleswoman saw the sad look on my face she tried to steer me to a clearance rack in the back of the store where there was one long-ish robe that was not my style at all, and at a 3X, probably wouldn't have fit that well anyway.

I WAS DISAPPOINTED TO SAY THE LEAST. Just what the world needs, another lingerie shop for sizes 0 - 12. I expressed my feelings quite clearly to the saleswoman who seemed genuinely sorry, and suggested I try calling ahead next time to see if what I was looking for was in stock, to which I replied that it seemed sort of pointless if they were phasing out their plus-sized items. She insisted they are not, but just from what I saw it seems to me very likely that is what is happening.

I ended up going to Penningtons after all, and found the robe that ravenhairedgurl linked me up to, so the day wasn't a complete bust. And the robe is quite nice, though maybe not quite as nice a combination of sexy + practical I was hoping for, it will do. I guess it's back to internet-only sexy fatty shopping for me, again. :(

My friend Claire from the store Planet Claire is looking for some volounteer models for her party and fashion show on April 9 ! No experience required, but you need to be a size 14- 22. FIRST DRESS REHEARSAL: Tuesday, March 31, 7p @ Aisle 45. Open call for
anyone interested in modeling. It's okay if you haven't gotten fitted yet,
there still lots o time for that. If you can't make it, there will be
another one, as well as one the day of.Show up at Planet Claire at 212 Abbott St
in Gas town! iF YOU JUST WANT TO COME TO THE PARTY AND CHECK OUT SOME NEW FASHION, IT'S ON APRIL 9 AT at Aisle 45 (45 West Hastings) NEAR SAVE ON MEATS AND MODEL EXPRESS.THE THEME IS OLD WORLD CARNIVALE , SO DRESS UP, i HOPE i'LL SEE SOME OF YOU THERE!! TIX $20!

Hey dolls.

Anybody know if/where I could find a movie theater with movable armrests? I get uncomfy fitting my butt in between stationary armrests and I am really missing the theater my ex took me to in Portland.

Like the title says, I'm seeking a fat friendly establishment for laser hair removal. Any help/advice is welcome! :)

Hi all...
So I have a fancy function I have to go to next month and I found a fabulous black satin strapless dress (3 x Wal Mart for $12!!  In Ontario though) and I'm looking for a nice shrug to go with it...I tried a few pashminas but I think a shrug might be more appropriate.
I'm looking online and have tried a few stores downtown...any suggestions?

hi, i'm moving to new zealand for a year.  i've got about two garbage bags of clothes--some lane bryant sweaters and work pants (sizes 20, 22), a pleather jacket, some t-shirts that aren't new, but not in bad shape, some costumes (dorothy from the wizard of oz, and a mermaid), and a bunch of lacy and slutty stuff (sizes 16-22). 

i don't have time to itemize the stuff and take photos.

ideally someone could pick them up take what they want, and bring the rest to the next clothing swap.  i live near main and broadway.  is that someone you? 

thanks!

This post is related to the Liquidation World in Surrey near 148 St. Hopefully there are some other people this would be useful for!

I just went there today and found they had Diamante brand jeans there for $8. They aren't bad - just your basic stretch jeans, mid-low waist, ect ect. But they had sizes up to 24!! This made me happy. Hopefully this will be beneficial to someone else as well.

Just sayin. :)

PS: I'm back! I moved to Las Vegas for almost a year, but I'm back in Vancouver now. I hope to be more active in this community again in the future.

i need a big, strong chiropractor that won't get all freaked out about bending, folding and crunching a large woman.

recommendations?

Seriously. Where do I find jeans/capris for trendy fat girls for a reasonable price? I've been buying Old Navy jeans the past couple years and while they wear through, they're cheap and fit me well. Now you can't find anything past a size 16 in all the Old Navy places and the website for Canada still isn't up yet! I've tried Penningtons, which sometimes has nice MXM stuff but it's more pricey than I'm used to. Lane Bryant's clothes don't fit me at all (the crotch is always to my knees--even the short ones) -- the only other places I assume would have jeans my size are probably either pricey or in strange and not flattering sizes.

All I want is just a good pair of jeans that fit me right at a reasonable price. I'm willing to pay more than normal if I can just find these amazing jeans. Someone please point me in the right direction. I've heard about Jean Queen on the drive, but do they really have plus size jeans? Or is it just up to a 16?

Is there anywhere local that you've had success finding boots to fit a wide calf? I'm looking specifically for tall leather lace-up boots, no (or extremely minimal) heel, "men's" size 10 - 10.5 - 11, wide width, for calves that seem to be 20.5" and 20". (It's silly how hard it is to measure one's own calf!) It is unbelievably hard for me to find shoes to fit me in general, and I know it's probably completely unrealistic to find what I'm looking for, but I thought I'd put it out there in case people had any suggestions.

I'm not going to order anything online -- with such hard to fit feet, that's not an option at all.

Besides strictly local places, I might be able to organize a trip down to Bellingham or thereabouts if I find a friend who wants to go, so ideas from that area would be great too.

Thank you! :)