When you’re fat, you don’t just book the trip. You investigate the trip. So before I spent my money at Island Waterpark, I paid attention to the things most reviews never mention.

Big portions. No arm chairs. Yucca fries with a sauce that changed my mood. Yeah… we need to talk.

A fashion goldmine that doesn’t hide the plus-size finds in a dusty back corner? Secondhand Curves in Bloomington, IL, serves up premium style without the premium price tag—finally, a shop that gets it!

Bodies were out, waves were crashing, and the vibe? Unmatched. You’d swear this was the hottest pool party in the city—but it’s a water park, and it’s strictly grown.

One hospital left me in pain, ignored, and chased by security, while Northwell Health reminded me that dignity and real medical care still exist—and why knowing your rights could save your life.