I have lived my life in a culture that hates fat people.

If I were thin, I'd never say 'I am powerless over fudge.' a) I can't believe I actually ever said that. b) Which, of course, isn't to say that I do have any power over fudge. Particularly if it has nuts.

I can either cross the street, or I can keep waiting for another few years of green lights to go by.

Street performers, homemade crafts, keep your wallet in your front pocket and don't buy any crap!

Self-acceptance begets acceptance from others, which begets even deeper, more genuine self-acceptance. It can be done. But no one is going to bestow it on you. It is a gift only you can give yourself.

Nobody else knew what to do with me because big women are old

The universe is like a pension plan. It will match your investment.