Posted on June 14, 2007

Fun for the Whole Family!

Inspired by the anti-feminist, white liberal, and sexual assault bingo cards, and by the way my thread on fat kids played out, the awesome BStu has given us Fat Hate Bingo! Larger version here. 

Melissa McEwan on Fat and Self-Acceptance

From January, but hey, better late than never: It remains a radical act to be fat and happy in America, especially if you’re a woman (for whom “jolly” fatness isn’t an option). If you’re fat, you’re not only meant to be unhappy, but deeply ashamed of yourself, projecting at all times an apologetic nature, indicative … Continue reading »

Why I Still Use the Term “Fat Acceptance”

A lot of people don’t. They prefer “body acceptance” or “size acceptance,” to be more inclusive of people of all sizes and abilities who struggle with body image. And I totally respect that. It’s already come up a couple of times in comments on my posts at Shakesville that this culture encourages body hatred (and … Continue reading »

In Which I Get Mushy

First, thanks so much to everyone who rescued me from friendless hell over at myspace! (And please feel free to keep it coming!) Second, I was just looking at my very own page o’ friends, and you guys, I got a little choked up. ‘Cause first, YOU’RE ALL SO CUTE. Second, there are only a … Continue reading »