Keys in life

Sizeism and the Plus-Size World

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

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A Fashion Epiphany

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

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Role Models

“A role model is defined as a person whose behavior, example, or success is or can be emulated by others, especially younger people.” While I waited for my oil change, I noticed the September 2015 edition of Ebony magazine on the rack, and I decided to check it out. The cover read “…And we are… Read More Role Models