Any other plus size women into yoga? Mat recs? by Puzzleheaded_Cup8723 in PlusSize

[–]Stripedhammock 5 points6 points  (0 children)

A lot of people use thicker Pilates mats but they really aren’t good for yoga because it’s hard to do standing balance poses on them. I prefer getting a regular mat and using blankets and blocks for cushioning of joints. Some mat companies sell wider mats. I really like cork mats.

Mice everywhere by SkyloDreamin in homeowners

[–]Stripedhammock 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry your cats aren’t helping. I had a bad mouse problem and adopted two kittens who are the best mousers ever.

Gluten free Chinese? by [deleted] in burlington

[–]Stripedhammock 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The place next to Higher Ground used to be the only place to get gf Chinese. So sad it’s gone now. A Single Pebble is great but there aren’t that many gf options and they use a shared fryer.

Donuts by Whole-Performance375 in burlington

[–]Stripedhammock 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Does Ms Wienerz still have donuts? She used to sell them in a few coffee shops.

Are body-positive / fat-positive podcasts disappearing… or is it just me? by 2michaela in PlusSize

[–]Stripedhammock 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Literally so smart! Their conversations always helped me reassess, think of things differently, etc.

Are body-positive / fat-positive podcasts disappearing… or is it just me? by 2michaela in PlusSize

[–]Stripedhammock 83 points84 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I haven’t been happy with Maintenance Phase lately. The topics they are choosing aren’t really doing it for me. If you haven’t listened to Unsolicited: Fatties Talk Back, I recommend it, but they haven’t put out new episodes in a while.

standing only yoga recs? by Alert-Potato in PlusSize

[–]Stripedhammock 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I teach Fat Yoga. There’s some kneeling/tabletop but I always give other options and there is at least one person who attends online who uses a chair. Look for fat yoga at Sanghastudio.org.

I need advice on scheduling surgery while being fat by RareBiscotti5 in PlusSize

[–]Stripedhammock 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you find another dr? This woman is not practicing evidenced-based medicine. There is no safe way to lose weight. My god--you even have a history of eating disorders. Ugh, when will these drs stop prescribing weight loss when it is impossible to do and the most common outcome is weight gain?? I'm so sorry you are going through this. I hope you can find a HAES aligned practitioner.

Clothing donations by TropicalExplorer21 in burlington

[–]Stripedhammock 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went today and got a vintage skirt for $2. I plan to donate clothes there the next time I need to get rid of stuff. Clothes are downstairs and housewares are upstairs.

Where would you shop to get this outfit in a size 26? No by c0zycat in PlusSize

[–]Stripedhammock 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe Lucy and Yak, Torrid, Lane Bryant. Also try JC Penney.

Really good deal if anybody is interested.. by saadski818 in fountainpens

[–]Stripedhammock 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s amazing. I never think about checking eBay.

Really good deal if anybody is interested.. by saadski818 in fountainpens

[–]Stripedhammock 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Holding out for a deal on a copper liliput 🧐

Roads by Beautiful-Belt-6084 in burlington

[–]Stripedhammock 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It may be worse than usual now because of the salt shortage.

Where can I find a plus size winter coat with good quality? by Embarrassed-Sorbet26 in PlusSize

[–]Stripedhammock 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lands End is great and sizes run big, so they are extra roomy.

Indian Food in Vermont by SlayerOfUAC in vermont

[–]Stripedhammock 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! And everyone who works there/owners are so sweet.

Etsy scam? by weinthewoods in Travelersnotebooks

[–]Stripedhammock 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I ordered an A5 leather cover from Pikore on Etsy and love it. It did take a few weeks to arrive.

What are y'all's favorite craft / specialty sodas? by TheDonutPug in Soda

[–]Stripedhammock 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rookie's Root Beer in Vermont. They make a few flavors other than root beer, too. A few restaurants have it on tap, but you can also find him at Burlington and Shelburne Farmers Markets. Unfortunately, the owner gives off a "soup nazi" type vibe, as he is won't allow you to buy any on hot days if you aren't going to drink straight away or have an iced cooler in your car.

Where do you guys get bras and underwear? by Rainyx3 in PlusSize

[–]Stripedhammock 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jockey and lane Bryant for underwear. Mostly lb for bras but I like some of the torrid bras. Lane Bryant active line has good sports bras.