“When life gives you lemons, make lemonade” Most of us are familiar with this famous phrase. It is primarily used to encourage optimism and a “yes, I can” attitude in the face of distress. Lemons suggest sourness or difficulty in life, and lemonade is known for its sweetness and providing refreshment. But, you need more than just… Read More Got Lemons?
Sizeism is defined as discrimination against someone on the basis of their physical size, especially against people considered to be overweight. Several months ago I read a post entitled, Sizism – One of the Last “Safe” Predjudices. When I read the post I considered those of us who are labeled as “plus-sized” to be discriminated against by some individuals of… Read More Sizeism and the Plus-Size World
A few years ago I attended a training course that discussed animals that matched leadership styles – I learned that I am a peacock. This was not surprising to me at all – considering peacocks are identified as showy and like to be the center of attention. If you have been following me, you know I have… Read More Flaunt Those Peacock Feathers
As I sit here – in my black Michael Kors jumpsuit, I am pondering over my previous remarks and views concerning plus-size fashion acceptance, and I wonder if my original perspective is flawed. Acceptance is the action or process of being received as adequate or suitable, typically to be admitted into a group. Based on… Read More A Fashion Epiphany
Quite a few conversations transpired after publishing my post about foundation. Some people told me they learned a lot from what I shared, and they were interested in learning more. So, I decided it would be a good idea to revisit the world of foundation. Foundation is the basis or groundwork of anything – and… Read More SHHHH!!!…Unmentionables: Foundation Revisited
