I have not read this whole thread but after read 3 or 4 posts on the first page I feel the urge to say this.

To all you big, beautiful women out there, please hear me. Im not going to get into any pyscho-babble with you now. All I want to say is that its soooo true that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. As a gay woman, I love bigger women. And there are many men and women out there who do. Please dont think that soley because of your weight you are unlovable or not worthy of compassion. I realize that the world isnt always kind in this area but please know that some of us love and respect your bodies just the way they are. Its merely the vessel holding the most important piece of you - your soul.