Episode 247: Donner Party Reject
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- čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
- So, I'm hesitant to publish the last 20 minutes or so of the podcast. Sometimes it seems kind of strange, and maybe even self-indulgent, to talk specifically about fat experiences. That said, I can't tell you how many times I've read things about fat folks being, essentially, afraid of doing everyday stuff. Afraid of showing their arms, afraid of going to the pool, afraid of going to the doctor, afraid of not fitting into an activity, and, well, it just breaks my heart, and sometimes that heartbreak manifests itself in these moments of what is maybe "too much." If you think it's too much, I am glad! It means you don't need to hear that message. Hooray! But I"m leaving it in, because somebody else might.
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Finished Object:
Ursa by Jacqueline Cieslak in Stacy Charles Fine Yarns, Ariana, Amber colorway
Works in Progress:
Quaker Yarn Stretcher by Susan Ashcroft in Spun Right Round's fiber
I adore you and everything that you have to say. You had me at "Tractor Supply is the Macy's of Indiana".
Ditto
The last 20 minutes was a box of delights...a little hard on my bladder, but such fun. Thank you.
I LOVE YOU!!!! Thank you for giving me THREE side splitting, belly laughing, tear streaming sessions from the same story! I laughed until I cried at the trash can story when I saw it on Instagram. Then I shared the story with my husband, and we both got a wonderful laugh again. And today, I thought I would just smile politely as you told the story on the video, since I had already used up so much laughter on it. But NO. You are such a phenomenal story teller that I laughed with tears streaming again. Thank you for bringing so much joy into the world. This your purpose in life, in case you were wondering.
You are hilarious and thought provoking and the best 'non-knitting' subject matter in a knitting podcast. Thankyou for sharing your experience and perspective in such an approachable and entertaining fashion
I must tell you that you bring in such joy and laughter into my Friday mornings. I sit and knit on Friday morning before doing anything else and know it will be a special time when I get to listen to your podcast. I totally would do and have done your Lowes experience and laughed so hard as you were explaining what happened. Keep up sharing of joy Amy Beth!
You are so funny. The Lowe’s story reminded me of the time we were trying to install cable and the tv had to be on to do it and I was talking with a tech on my cell phone. The tv was making such loud static(like being besides a jet engine) and none of the buttons work to turn it down. I had to be close enough to read serial numbers etc. but then I couldn’t hear the tech and had to keep walking back and forth across the room. It was torture until they figure out what to tell me to do. Have s great weekend.😊
Such a great episode! Your giggle is absolutely infectious! And the color of your Ursa sweater with your hair is stunning.
Thanks for not deleting the last 20 minutes. Those experiences are real for so many people and it's important that they are discussed so that other people realize that they are not nutso and that, yeah, they should go enjoy themselves and get out and do the things and wear shorts or whatever they are comfortable in. You are fabulous.
Thanks so much for everything-that sweater is beautiful and looks lovely on you! I haven’t laughed so hard in a long time. My 17 year old son came in to ask me if I was okay, looked at my phone and yelled to his dad, “She’s okay, she’s watching the knitting squirrel lady.”🤣🌻
Lisa Frost I love it!
LOL I had to pause this episode at least 2 times because I was laughing too loud to hear you speak (possibly even louder than the trash can because my cat woke up, gave me a dirty look and then left he room) and crying too hard to see anything. You are wonderful! I need to tell you that I am making myself a knit cotton sundress for summer and I am using your technique of casting on a smaller size and then increasing to the next size up for the rest of the garment and it's fitting like a dream! My own proportions are so far from normal that I have struggled to make anything that actually fits the way it supposed to. I ended up casting on a medium size increasing to almost extra large for my bust then decreasing back to the large size to make it ME-sized! Please, please, please do a video talking about rash creams because thigh rub has been an issue for me since middle school and even though I want to wear dresses, chaffing, sweaty thighs and pain always stops me from enjoying any "feminine" apparel.
Omg! I wish we were IRL friends! You make my life so much bettter!
I loved the nature fix and it has changed my life! I joined a hiking group and spend much more time outside. Now I have to be patient with my fitness levels, being winded going up hills, etc.
I can relate to your elbow problems. I spent several hours unraveling a sweater from the thrift shop to repurpose, and i was holding it with my right and pulling out with my left. Later went shopping and I couldnt open the back hatchback door with groceries in my right, Embarrassing , knitting injuries. Or sometimes I wake up with my arm stretched over the edge of the bed and I cant bend it, lol. My daughter always rolls her eyes and says could you stop kniiting sometimes? So I crocheted her a cropped halter top and she was suddenly quiet. :)
OMG Amy Beth ... your Lowe's story had me in tears. You are absolutely THE best story teller I've ever watched! Thank you for being real. *hugs*
So I just finished reading The Stranger in the Woods which is about a man who lived in the woods as a hermit in Maine for 27, but the part that makes me think of you is that they talk about the benefits he had living in nature, in SILENCE and in a lot of ways away from urban life. They spent quite a bit of time talking about noise levels and cortisol... I thought it was fascinating as well. Thank you for sharing the Lowe's story... I had tears in my eyes... and lots of sympathy pains!
AmyBeth please don't ever stop talking! I about dies died laughing at your trash can story! I work at the DMV and had clocked 52 hours this week when I clocked out this afternoon. Needless to say I was desperately in need of a good story! So thank you. That is not to say I am laughing at your embarrassment however! I greatly admire your bravery in doing the things you enjoy. And your Ursa sweater is one of the prettiest makes I have seen! Keep on doing you!
Thank you for your candor, humor and honesty.
I need to make more coffee, I about wasted my first cup laughing so hard. I love your honesty and your genuine sharing of your reality. We can all relate to your vulnerability. Thank you for your podcast.
😂😂😂 thank you for the laughs this morning! I am a fellow ginger and totally relate to the translucent skin turning bright red for every and any reason at all! And girl, wear shorts! People wear pjs and worse everywhere! I promise, you are the only one thinking about your legs in shorts! 💗 so glad I found your vlog!
I love you. Fat ladies unite. Last week I went to the park with my grandkids. They are 11, 4 and 2. They were rolls down the hill on the grass. I loved doing that as a kid. So there goes grandma at 265 pounds rolling down the hill not once but twice. Laughing my butt off. I was not aware that my 11 years old granddaughter got my phone and put it on video. It was the best. I can only image what the people at the park were thinking. I always enjoy hearing your stories.
Amy Beth, I love you!! I happen to live in a very "fit" city and it often makes make me think twice about wanting to do active things...especially because my hubby has health issues that prevent him from participating (the having your man along thing totally resonates...not that we need them to do things, but it changes the image whether we like it or not). I do find myself refraining from doing things he can't, but now I'm inspired to take my kids out hiking on my own this summer...at least once :)
Hysterical episode. I am so the two feet & four hands running into a new interest too. I think we could all learn to be less self conscious and do what we want to, not what we think others want us to. Lets get back to nature and being happier. xx
Just wanted to add... Season Sixteen, of Project Runway featured models of all sizes. It was amazing... Some of the designers were delighted, but others were scared... They were all accustomed to working with models who had those sticklike figures.,
The curvy models were beautiful, and said they were glad to have the opportunity to bring attention to the fact that everyone enjoys good fashion.. Loved it.
Oh how I love your Ursa 😍, but better yet are your stories 🤣😂🤣 Keep on being the wonderful you 😘
You stand proud on that soapbox sister! I can definitely say that the light you shine on the importance of fat people (all people) being represented and doing what feels good to them and not what society tells us we can and should do has totally helped me in the process of changing the way I think about my body and and how I live this world with it. Love ya ~ Paige P.S. was totally crying with laughter (with you, not at you) at your Lowe's story - too good!
I love your ursa- stunning colour! To be honest i get that sense of shopping overwhelm from yarn stores. I'm fine with garden stores, just have to go in without my wallet or I'll walk out with 4 new types of mint (again)
I was trying to plan my travel wardrobe for an upcoming trip to the UK and decided to basically make a fat paperdoll of myself to see what clothes can combine, etc. And it has been super helpful for planning. BUT. A weird side effect has been that now when I get dressed, I have found myself making fashion choices that are more daring because I think to myself "Well, my fat paperdoll would wear this, and she's cute, so I'm going to tuck this shirt in even though now you can see my visible belly outline"
Thank you for always being so candid about fatness, it's so refreshing and encouraging.
Stephanie Hower I love you AND your fat paper doll!
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You bring so much joy into the world! Thank you for brightening up my morning as always.
Your Ursa is great!
You are so lovely and creative. You always amaze me by the huge amount of things you accomplish. It hurts my heart to think of people looking down on you. You are so special, keep getting out there cuz the world needs more of you! (I have a horrendously embarrassing story involving noise and knocking a display down- in Target!! Peace!
Sharon Ayers I am always a bit afraid of knocking over a display!
I could so see this planning out in my head I haven't laughed so much in ages, thank you.
OMG. I could not breathe during the Lowes debacle.
Lolololol I love you so much...bucket escapades and Gus-Gus being cray cray heehee. xx I love hearing about your adventures and encouraging people to get out and about if they want to...my daddy was a big guy ..and he would 'stay hidden' a lot ... :( so yeah ...I think it is lovely to see people of all shapes and sizes to be out enjoying the elements :D
I love your channel so much. You are such a delight and relatable. Your Ursa sweater is beautiful! Your Lowes story had me laughing so hard I couldn't breathe.
Hysterical! I cast on a Quaker Yarn Stretcher just before I turned on your podcast! I'm not using hand spun, because it's a gift for my 6 year old niece for the fall, but the skein is pretty wild, and it looks lovely. Also, so jealous of your garden, and I love hearing about yours!
The best story teller ever!!!
I SO enjoyed this episode! I usually get the crazy shopping cart when going into our Menards (MN’s version on Lowe’s, although we have those too, just not as many), but I will smile every time from this day forward thinking about your trash can and 5 gallon bucket.
Your Ursula sweater is gorgeous! I love the color.😍
Thanks again!
Love you! I was at Tractor Supply today - horse and bird food. And I too keep my bird food in a galvanized trash can. It's uncanny how often things that are in my head come out of your mouth. And, yes, I love the knitting parts too... So yoohoo from the hinterlands of NYS.
Amy Beth, I love everything about you and this entire episode! As a small fat/thick person 🤣 who enjoys the outdoors (walking/hiking our reservoir, recreational biking, gardening, camping), I also am always saying, “Hey where are the rest of us?!?” I see plenty of fellow small and large fat friends at my huge intimidating gym - in my yoga classes and even the pool, where I try to give a nod in solidarity without seeming too creepy (because holy cow it takes a lot of guts to show up at this gym if you’re over a size 12 and I am proud of all of us for being there and taking up space, whatever our motives, and I love my yoga and working out next to a fellow fat friend who I KNOW will have to pause and readjust their waistband as many times as me and throw now judgments on that at me) - but not so much outside! Everything you said was awesome, and I’ll remember it with joy the next time I’m out walking or flashing my large tush on my wee bike 😉.
You are the best. I love your stories.
I love your podcast for the knitting, spinning and the stories. I can relate to feeling that sometimes people can judge you, if you're not a size extra small. Body image is such a touchy thing, and there can be mean spirited people in the world. If you have not walked in my shoes, keep your opinions to yourself, that's how I think it should be. You are encouraging to those of us who are not small.
I'm so glad you left in the last 20 minutes. All through it I'm say "hell yes!", possibly out loud. Every time I take my very very fat body to the pool (almost daily) it's a political act. Some days I struggle with it and every day I know I am judged harshly. And it is hard.
You are a delight to watch and listen to, and I always learn something! Thank you for your vlogs, they’re a highlight to my day. 💕💕
Oh my goodness.....SO needed this hilarity today. I am keeping your bucket advice in my heart forever.
I am literally crying with laughter over the trash can incident. Oh my word. We are two peas in a pod.
Beautiful sweater! The color is wonderful, and I like the way it fits.
Amy Beth, you are amazing! Thank you for being you wonderful ,honest self. You always make my day...love you girl
I haven't even started watching, but had to let you know that I am always so excited when I see a new episode pop up... it's like a good friend popping by for coffee unexpectedly with biscuits or cake on a day you have gotten dressed and did your hair... LOL!
Rebecca Catania hugs!!
OMG 😂😂😂. I walked by the metal trash can I was going to purchase today. Chickened out. I blame you, Amy Beth! 😆😆😆❤️ I just adore you!
Too funny, arm butt fat on your knees (I have) and the Donner Party in your Lowes parking lot. Many laugh out loud worthy moments!
Your trash can/bucket story had me crying. Potholes in Indiana Lowe’s 😂 Flapping body parts. 😂 Demons. 😂 Donner party 😂 I am so glad I didn’t turn this off after the knitting section.
Your Ursa sweater is gorgeous. I love your glasses too.
I love listening to you! You can talk about anything and I'd love it. 😁
I have laughed until l cried! I would have left the entire buggy and walked away. I can not deal with people noticing me. Thanks for the laugh.
Omgosh! You had me in stitches.... Really ya'll.... Come for the knitting wisdom and lessons but stay for the life stories and shenanigans! Awesome..... By the way, went to a wedding the other night sleeveless 😳😬!!! That was a big step for me and I had my bolero sweater in hand that I put on pretty quickly but it's baby steps at least!!!!! 🤗👏🏽❤️
Judy Perodeau hooray!!!
I loved the last 20 minutes and am glad you didn’t cut it. I have a similar thigh overhang problem. I have always hated the way my knees/ankles/thighs looked and so I tend to not wear shorts. Maybe it’s time to look for some (at Duluth Trading?) and get comfortable with my legs. Although, I did wear a bathing suit last week, so perhaps I’m more comfortable in my body than I thought. Also loved the part about nature. You’ve probably seen posts on FB about forest bathing. It’s totally a thing and highly recommended. For some lovely writing about health and nature, check out Sunday’s email newsletter from Brain Pickings. Let me know if you have trouble finding it and I’ll forward you a copy. Thanks for the awesome podcast!
Karma Kauffman congrats on your bathing suit!!! I’ve always just thought, well, I mean what is even the point of shorts? But, dude, as the temperatures/humidity climb, those extra 18” of fabric or so do make a legit difference in temperature regulation!
Love, love, love you! Sitting here knitting and laughing!
Oh my... The Lowe’s story had me laughing... My son-in-law works for Lowe’s... I was just imaging this happening in his store.. 😊
I wish we could hit like more than once. It's maddening, like the AO3 kudos button. I LOVE IT SO MUCH I WANT TO MASH ALL THE BUTTONS. I also think you should call your mouse, you know, the only one? Gus Gus. All the intarwebz less-than-threes to my favorite video podcaster!
ETA after a sleep: I am actually glad that you published the last 20 min. I've felt all of the things you list, and I am bigger than you (does that make me extra super fatty?). I love that you unabashedly take up space, that you know how to mod your sweaters to make you look even more glorious than you do already (I'm learning a lot), and that you are just you. You beautiful human being you.
Love the cropped top!❤️ you are a great story teller! Poor Amy, I feel your pain...
You're the best. We all benefit by being imperfect in public. Thanks for the reminder!
I live near a train too, and I was trying to figure out what was up with the train because it's whistle was in the wrong key. Lol
Love the sweater! You are so entertaining and honest.
"Tractor Supply is the Macy's of Indiana" Omg, I howled and all night off and on, you are so funny, I am a fat lady as well, so I totally relate, omg you make me laugh so hard. Thank you Amy Beth ,I luv you
As an urban Brit, the thought of Tractor Supply is entertaining in and of itself. Your story made me chortle. Keep putting your fat self out there and know that other fatties like me are inspired by you to go out and take up all the space we need with confidence and an enjoyment of life. Jinny
I really need to learn that it is a bad idea to drink coffee while watching you. Because that is a choking hazard. But do I learn? No. If I ruin my computer, so be it. It will have been worth it.
The color of your sweater is gorgeous with your hair, another great finish! Your sweater productivity is making my fingers itch! Also, I love your book recommendations. I'm sorry some people are stupid when you are hiking. 💚
I love that you talk about being fat, and that you are honest about what it is and what it is like.
Love that Ursa. You look so cute in it. Makes me want to make one. Love the 3/4 length sleeves.
you popped up today while was wondering how this homespun,chainplied yarn is going to work up. The pattern I found , wanted to do Purl soho, over the top top says to hold merino with linen... didn't remember that when started. Glad to know about jumping fibers. Want guidance about linen...now on to the rest of the video in progress.
You are such a beautiful light, and I’m so grateful to you for everything you share. I’m over here laughing, crying, and laughing again, and you honestly made my whole day better with this episode. Thank you for not being afraid to be vulnerable or talk about all the topics we normally avoid. Your are the best :)
I was laughing so hard I had tears when you talked about the garbage can in lowes
Hi Amybeth!! I luv ur podcast. I learn a lot & almost pee my pants, from laughter, at the same time sometimes! I have a suggestion for the corn in ur garden. When I grew corn w my Dad as a child/young adult, we always used a hoe to "hill-up" or mound the soil up & around the corn stalk on all sides. This helps the corn to remain upright. The hoe is also a great tool for weeding. U can hack out weeds around the corn & then hill-up the corn. I wud hill-up very frequently, when the stalks looked like they were leaning, not enuff soil @ the stalks, just bcz I felt like it! Just keep hilling-up ur corn thru-out the harvest! I hope u enjoy ur corn! I sure miss my own corn!!Sometimes u can take any loose tendrils on the bean plants & try to wrap them, 1 atta time, @ the corn stalk. It may help the corn stand straighter once the bean plants have gotten larger & stronger w an established root system. This is how it supposedly works w those 2 of the 3 Sisters. BTW, I luved ur handyed shawl! It was gorgeous!
Karen H thank you! I have been mounding up instinctively, so it’s good to know that it works.
OMGGGG can't wait to get m Ursa. Yours looks so amazing. I never though linen could so good. Also, people can jam their contempt!
Amazing episode, as always! You are hilarious and real and I couldn't love you more for it.
I have RA which has caused extreme joint deformities. I get the what I call the "cringe" looks or treated as not relevant. So, I totally got it when you said "why are you taking up space." Love your courage.
I LOVE that you talk about dealing with everyday stuff as a fat person, because I really don't think that a lot of non-fats understand what we deal with., and you do it in a way that's both humanizing and hilarious. I also love your Ursa, I might have to make one myself, but I've never brioched and it scares me a little.
Limor Hendricks there are lots of great brioche videos out there, and this is a great introduction as you’re only brioching in every other stitch.
😆😂 I needed to laugh today. Thanks for brightening my day!
Omg I love you!!!🤣😂🤣💕💕 I laughed so hard at your ig post about the trash can and now I'm rolling on the floor with total abdominal cramps from laughing and may need medical attention 🤣😂😆🚑🤣😂 I just may have to watch this episode over and over😄😁
P.S. I'm a fellow redhead so I too live the pale life and totally understand 😊😑
Your new sweater is gorgeous! I made my first sweater last year and have become obsessed with garment knitting since then! But here is the problem I seem to run into: I have loved every sweater I've made (not the problem!), but then, the more I wear them, I don't always love the way the yarn behaves. Sometimes it pills, sometimes it stretches out and starts to hang funny (which I realize might be a construction problem as much as a yarn problem). Anyway, I wish more knitters would do a "rest of the story" with their makes. How do they wear over the long term? How do they care for them? Which yarns would they use again and again? And, as a related question, how do they care for high maintenance garments (i.e., those that seem to pill a lot?)? I have a Gleaner, but it seems to breed more pills than it removes! Maybe this is already something you've talked about in a past podcast episode, but I'd love to know your thoughts and opinions! Thanks!
Knitting content, wonderful. Talk afterwards, wonderful. I was having a down evening, and the Lowe's story (and I have been in Lowe's) had me in stitches. And also Tractor Supply, BTW. I know about the A1C levels personally and glad you said what you said. I'd also love to hear more about "The Nature Fix". I've heard buzz about the book but haven't read it myself; the premise is fascinating.
You’re the best! I’m the lady who’s dog poops in HomeDepot! So embarrassing-not quite trash can worthy. Love the Ursa!!
OMG you look so so cute in your Ursa. Totally missing what you would fix with the short rows so I don't know if I'm missing something obvious or if it is comforting that other people won't notice. :-p I LOVE kinesio tape. It's the connective tissue I don't have. 😂🤣 Your Lowe's story had me laughing so hard. You are comedy gold Amy Beth and I feel so privileged that you share it with us! Boy did I need the laughs of that trash can story!
Love your story of Lowe. Your great. Love your sweater.
Oh my gosh, I love this episode. I am a slender person (old too) and I have also had to cope with body shaming. People are mean and inappropriate. I have had to tell people to stop calling me names especially chicken legs. I still wear shorts. It is hot and I do not cover up. Grrrrrr ... anyway, I am so proud of you and your words. They are empowering. Another great book is, "Last Child in the Woods". We all benefit from being outside. The sweater looks amazing.
Thank you SO MUCH for the Lowe’s story. I needed the laugh! Enjoy your weekend. (Photos of garden in next video, please?)
I absolutely love your personality and honesty! Your podcast always makes me feel happier.
you look beautiful in the ursa great color great pattern!
Great episode. I have been looking for a nice linen yarn at a good price. This looks like great value and judging by your comments and how well it looks on you I think I will buy some maybe even in a few colours. I appreciate you going into details about pattern and yarn.
I totally get the leg butts. I've always had big legs. But now I'll wear my shorts to Walmart without a second thought. I'm to old to worry about what other people think. I laughed all the way through the Lowe's story. You always make my day a little brighter, thanks, Amy. Beth.
OMG! I totally identify with you!! As usual it's been a greatly informative podcast. That being said I was laughing with you (as I've experienced exactly what you did) and reliving your embarrassment right alongside you!
Plus, can I say that in every way possible you and my daughter could be twins! Your personalities and your way of thinking, speech, verbalizations....... EVERYTHING, are so similar, that I sent her a link to this podcast and Felicia (she's 35 yr old child phycologist ) agreed that you are twins in a parallel universe way! I LOVE this !!
You are a fantastic inspirational human being that brings such Joy to so many, that you should be proud of yourself! You Rock, chica!
And I Love the Ursa in that linen colorways so much, I may copy you! You Rock the Ursa!! Glad you went for the Brioche version!
BRILLIANT as always. You're one of my favourite humans 😁
Thank you for making me laugh this morning! I thought we were going to have a thunderstorm in Fort Wayne but I guess I was just hearing your trash can. 😂 I love your spirit and personality. Maybe one day if I travel down toward Indy we could meet.
Your Ursa sweater looks fab on you and I so want to go to Lowe's and try out the trash can/bucket to recreate the sound! You tell a great tale.
It would have been even funnier if the trash can and dog story was in the same day. I love your story's. Love it.
i had so much fun watching your podcast! I have tears of laughter (i probably look scary with all my mascara running down my face)! I woke my husband from laughing so hard! Thank you for podcasting! You bring me so much joy!
😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 oh you make me laugh till I cry!!!!! I have deflated big flappy boobs cause I am 60! Oh my I do love your story telling. You make my day Sweetie!
Amy Beth, I love you so much! Thank you and please keep it up!
I love you Amy Beth. When thrust upon the stage of life own it and take a bow!! Well done!!! 👍 👏 ❤️
Hi Amy Beth I want a pint of whatever your having you make me laugh out loud, my husband looks at me as if I'm crazy he thought I was watching a knitting podcast. I have enlightened him to the fact we are still human xx
Omg I love you more and more with each episode I watch!! Same to all of the things. Dear Gawd, I would’ve shut down in Lowe’s as well if I had a loud trash can. Hahaa. You’re amazing and love when you ramble. Thank you for asking about what we’re doing, that was sweet.