I tried Talbots, but their smallest size was too big. Same with a lot of other “grownup” stores my mom shops at because they’re marketing to my mom’s body-type (given birth, gone through menopause, etc.) I’m not really complaining because I know it is way harder at the plus end of the spectrum, but average-sized…

I have a lot of Madewell stuff because it fits me well. I keep meaning to try Everlane but ordering online is scary!

p.s. How is the Limited clothing these days? Where else do you shop?

Different stores/styles just work for different body types. My curvy but tiny girlfriend has the Tippi in multiple colors and looks adorable! I am the lanky type that Madewell seems to be designed for, but my friend looks ridiculous in most stuff from there. Sure the quality could be better at J.Crew and hopefully…

One of the things they still have going for it is their petite sizing. It’s REALLY hard for my tiny 4’11” partner to find clothes that fit without extensive tailoring, and j-crew sweaters, jackets, etc. work really well in XXS petite. I never buy at full price because they’re obviously not worth it, but I hope they…

I mean, part of me is flattered that she thinks that I am wise enough to help her with life’s big decisions (aka what shoes to wear to a wedding) :)

I love that your mom asked if you needed anything! I feel like so often it felt like a one-sided obligation (you must call me so I am not afraid you are dead in a ditch.)

OMG, I have the same thing except it’s mom complaining about my dad. It’s not like she doesn’t have good friends, so I don’t know why she feels the need to vent to her daughter instead of someone who can actually take her side without feeling guilty!

My mom is really mad at me because I was out of touch for like 5 days when she needed some really important things (an address for christmas cards and help deciding what new chairs went with her new dining room table.) I’m in my last 2 weeks of grad school and filled with panic, so dealing with her is extra hard—thus,…

I am often a mediocre daughter (age 30) and I was during college for sure. My parents definitely got terrified I was dead in a ditch when I didn’t call... here’s the thing. I don’t know if it is a valid excuse, but when I am stressed out talking to my mom makes me feel way worse. Maybe she is just interested in how I…

I have a good (non-rich) friend who has it. I think that post-lyme syndrome might be a more accurate description of it, but I’m not an expert. I just know that there is clearly something going on where people had or have lyme and they’re left with all kinds of health issues going forward. I wouldn’t trust anyone who…

This kind of makes me want to go there this week just to support them in this difficult time. Does that make me an addict?

This is a whole rabbit whole I can talk about forever :) I also was super-excited to find out that refrigerating your potatoes (and other starches) makes them spike your blood sugar less because it creates a different kind of “resistant” starch that acts more like fiber!! AKA potato salad=health food. I also bought a…

Hey, good luck cutting back on the sugar/refined carbs! I have to watch mine as well (thanks, genes).

yeah, that “how could he maintain an erection if he wasn’t evil” line really rubbed me the wrong way.

I know that “born that way” is an important part of the current lgbt narrative, but I’m pretty sure that society has influenced where a lot of people fall on the spectrum, too.

I would want to see statistics re: how many men have dominant or sadistic fantasies versus subordinate/masochistic ones. I’d also add that it might be most “normal” to have some of both.

How is the sizing with old navy stuff? I don’t live near one and would consider ordering online but my impression from their regular clothing is that it is 1) inconsistent and 2) runs a little big for my scrawny butt.

omg, I love my PrAna tanktop... I wish I could afford one in all the colors!

I actually have a lot of lululemon stuff because that is what Mom likes to buy me for christmas, and I do love their raceback tanks and free to be sports bras.