In light of our recent discussion about public insults, I thought I’d share this heartwarming revenge story with you all.
While I am not usually a fan of the snappy insult in return for clueless cruelty, I do think this woman had it coming. And as much as I prefer to rise above the fray when possible, there are times when something Needs To Be Said.
Here’s what I need to say:
I stand being fat every day because there is more to me than a superficial shell…though that superficial shell looks damn good, thank you very much.
I stand being fat every day because it’s a better look on me than the stress of trying desperately to fit into a mold I will never actually fit.
I stand being fat every day by knowing that even if someone doesn’t like the way I look or the way I dress, they can still connect with a vital, interesting mind underneath.
I stand being fat every day by enjoying the love of friends, family, neighbors, and a cat who thinks I’m his pajamas.
I stand being fat every day because it’s a part of who I am, and on the whole, I’d rather be me than anyone else in the world.
Why? Because I’m superfantastic, I rock, and I have a good time with my life. I can write. I can sing. I can make my own lace. I can remember the words to all the Monty Python routines that make me laugh like a loon. I can get obscure references to historical oddities. I can entertain a small child. I can bake fabulous pies. I can speak intelligently on Jacobean theater and the latest episode of Project Runway as well as literature, classical music, rock music, the evolution of the bustle, and myriad other subjects. I can listen to others in pain and give comfort. I can appreciate a well-turned phrase and a well-turned shoe. I can carry a heavier load than you’d think. What’s more, nobody can take that away from me no matter what I weigh.
Why? Because not one of those things has a damn thing to do with my waistline. And if there are people who cannot see beyond my dress size, I feel sorry for them.
Amusingly enough, there’s nothing that irritates people like that more than being pitied.
that was excellent – and describes my attitude too!
Comment by CanadianChick — March 1, 2008 @ 7:01 pm
I hate that so many things come down to size.
Wow, she handled that rather diplomatically. I would have started an argument with the bimbo. I wouldn’t let someone turn around and belittle me when I’m just standing in line minding my own business.
Comment by Angel — March 2, 2008 @ 11:11 am
Best. Comeback. EVER!
Comment by Cat — March 2, 2008 @ 2:55 pm
She is awesome…
Comment by AmazonAngelle — March 2, 2008 @ 5:12 pm
Like the famous old saying: I can lose weight (if I want to) – but you will always be an (insert swearword of choice here).
Comment by teapunk — March 2, 2008 @ 7:06 pm
Twistie! You sound like you are a lot of fun to hang out with! I wish you lived in Indiana…
Comment by kristin — March 3, 2008 @ 11:11 am
I’m afraid I would have responded, “How do I stand what?” — which is not nearly as good as what was actually said!
Like Twistie, I’m not ordinarily a fan of the snarky comeback, but when it’s that quick and that dead-on appropriate, I have to say more power to her.
Comment by Bridey — March 3, 2008 @ 12:23 pm
Thanks, Kristin. If I ever get to Indiana, I’ll be sure to announce it so you can see for yourself.
Comment by Twistie — March 3, 2008 @ 1:33 pm
How do I stand being fat? Well, maybe I could be thin if I really, really tried, but when I start to wonder if I should mind being fat, I realize that I had a ton of fun every minute of getting that way — sure as hell never had any fun trying to lose weight! Every pound is a result of living my life the way I want, eating what I want, enjoying the things I enjoy — not a bad way to live a life, I say. Skinny Bitches, if you can say the same thing, then joy to ya; and joy to all us Bitches who say, “Eff off, World; I’m doing this my way!”
Comment by Paige — March 3, 2008 @ 4:43 pm
Definitely a shining moment!! Hopefully I will have a comeback as good as that one the next time I encounter a skinny bitch, you rock it girl!!
Comment by jen — March 3, 2008 @ 6:24 pm
While I am normally a bigger fan of taking the high road in situations such as this, I am totally committing that particular comeback to memory. Good on her, I say!
Comment by DasBoots — March 3, 2008 @ 8:48 pm
I’d be entirely too tempted to say (pointedly) “It beats the alternative”
Comment by Kim — March 4, 2008 @ 5:48 pm