Who:

Whether you call yourself big, large, plump, chubby, chunky, fat, curvy, voluptuous, heavy or big boned (I could go on and on) this group may be for you. Calling all people of size who want to have a group to socialize with other larger people. This group is open to all genders, orientations, races, and backgrounds. We want some group cohesion so members must self-identify as being a person of size, be at least 225 lbs and between the ages of 25 and 45.

Purpose:

To provide a fun, respectful, platonic based space that offers a social outlet, the opportunity to spend time with a 'true' group of your peers, and support in dealing with the affects of being a person of size. Family and friends are welcome to most of our meet ups as long as they accompany a member and are respectful of all members and their guests.

Why:

In searching Meetup, the only group we could find in the area that was social and addressed bigger people, seemed to be a group linked mostly to dating. Jaime really wanted to join a social group, where larger people could get together for various activities, and it not be centered explicitly around dating or fitness/weight loss.