Like the rest of you who don't have a size that is acceptably ideal, I'm hyper-sensitive about "things fat." So in the midst of my last holiday, somewhere I heard a question asked about another topic and I turned it into the title of this article. I think it's very, very important.

Who did I become BECAUSE I was fat? I'm just going to make a list here for you of what I have unfolded in my life due to being obese. None of these is a complaint nor is any one a brag. Each of these is true and has happened because I have a large body and I've searched for enlightenment about it.

* I lean inward for answers because I'm 100% self-sufficient.

* I know that while I might whine initially, very soon after the whine, I own whatever is making me uncomfortable, dissatisfied, angry, or off-kilter in some way and I fix it.

* I am enormously grateful for the innumerable blessings in my life. I have cherished friends who drive long distances to get to my home and help with carpentry jobs and relatives who tried to help while ill. Amazing!

* I know that I am resourceful and can find dozens of ways to resolve a need or a problem.

* I am generously in love with my Self due to my understanding of my nature.

* I have great wisdom, true brilliance and the willingness to help most others if I can see they make the effort to help themselves.

* I've unfolded quite an inventory of expertise and capacity.

* I have a deep-seated sense of real spirituality. I thrive on Truth, Beauty, and Goodness.

* I am very quick witted. It's necessary when surfers scream out "No Fat Chicks!" You have to react fast to smack their little behinds when all you've got is words.

* I am a deep, deductive reasoner. The enjoyment at the end of this process is exhilarating.

* I have learned acceptance is the most practical form of love. I no longer try to change anyone. I accept them "as is" because they are just perfect "as is" to my eyes.

* I know that generosity generates and I enjoy being generous.

* I know how to manifest my dreams and desires through purely mental means.

* I adore being alive. I'm not planning to die any time soon. 126 is my goal.

My brain is strained from all this conjuring. That's enough. I no longer see this as a fat girl's heavy cross? Having a fat body or being a large size isn't always a detriment, folks. I know that by persevering to love and accept yourself, you will. I'd like to help you do that. Reading my book would be a boon and a blessing to get you on the right path.