At least I have had no trouble finding pants that fit-men’s pants have been a lifesaver for YEARS! The measurements are in inches (waist and inseam) instead of numerical sizes that are constantly being manipulated from year to year, they’re far more durable than women’s pants, and they cost way less than women’s pants. As a stay-at-home mom, durability and cost are higher priorities. But bathing suits are my Waterloo. Once my trusty Speedo dies, I’m probably gonna be forced to hide in a T-shirt and men’s swim trunks because women’s suits just it’ll be the only thing that works!

And to those who say “just diet and exercise,” be aware that I walk everywhere I can (which does NOTHING for weight loss when you’re a former swimmer!), watch what and how much I eat, and do all the housework/yard work as manually as possible! The town I live in has NO swimming pool, and our gas budget prevents me from traveling to the nearest Y (try a MINIMUM of 12 miles away!). I’m not a runner-never have been. Even at peak physical condition, in foot races for PE I was always the schmuck coming in dead last, and when it comes to other sports (especially involving balls), I’ve got ten thumbs and two left feet. So short of liposuction and a tummy tuck, I’m pretty much SOL.

Thanks for letting me rant. Let’s just hope the designers hear it.