Traveling While Fat: Disney World vs. Universal Studios

I've written a lot of words about a lot of topics on this blog, but the post I get the most mileage out of is always a surprise to me. It's my blog on my trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando. It consistently gets traffic and comments. And honestly, guys? It's probably the post I … Continue reading Traveling While Fat: Disney World vs. Universal Studios

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Hot, Heavy, and Stupid: TLC’s Bad New Show & Our Pathological Hatred of Fat People

I have a confession to make. It's shameful and I hesitate to put it out there on the internet where it will be saved in perpetuity, but it must be done. I fucking love TLC's "90 Day Fiancé." In general, I am not a fan of "guilty pleasures," because life is short and you should … Continue reading Hot, Heavy, and Stupid: TLC’s Bad New Show & Our Pathological Hatred of Fat People

5 Questions for Thin People with Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating Brands

A few months ago, I finally started following someone on Instagram that the Health at Every Size (HAES) and Intuitive Eating (IE) crowds had been recommending to me for as long as I could remember. At the same time, I followed another account that came highly recommended by a few fat activists I admire. Very … Continue reading 5 Questions for Thin People with Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating Brands

A Note to the Fledgling Essayists in My Comments Section

Since I published a post on the issue of flying on aeroplanes while fat in January, there has been a steady stream of essays flooding my inbox. It's slowed a little bit, thankfully, since that first day when my inbox had literally hundreds of comment notifications overnight. But at least once every few days, I … Continue reading A Note to the Fledgling Essayists in My Comments Section

How Do I Deal with Anxiety About Not Fitting in Spaces? – Ask Fluffy Kitten Party

I'm back to play your internet agony aunt with more reader questions! But before we get down to it, I wanted to let you know what's been going on. Shortly after I published my last post, "An Open Letter to People Who Feel Infringed on by Fat People on Airplanes," WordPress featured my post. I … Continue reading How Do I Deal with Anxiety About Not Fitting in Spaces? – Ask Fluffy Kitten Party

An Open Letter to Thin People Who Feel Infringed on by Fat People on Airplanes

You don't know me, but I know you. I see you glance at me over your magazine or phone at the gate. You cast your gaze downward when I meet it. "I hope I don't get stuck next to her," I imagine you thinking as you go back to scrolling through your social media feed. … Continue reading An Open Letter to Thin People Who Feel Infringed on by Fat People on Airplanes