Tired of Being A Pretty Fat Chick

30 Days of Running-Day 2: Running for my Life!

2011-10-02T17:08:00.000-07:00

Today was Day 2, and I must admit....I DID NOT FEEL LIKE RUNNING!!! But, my niece and nephew insisted that I not give up because I am a FIREWORK!

Amirah, my niece reminded me that I must "Run, Run, Run as fast as you Can!"....

so that's what I did.

We went to a park in the neighborhood, and I ran around the tennis court 4 times!

Yes, I am a FIREWORK...and I almost blew up and "popped-off" because I was so mad while I was running.

But once I was done, I felt better!

Now it's time to soak in a Epson Salt Bath!!!

Do you like my LANE BRYANT outfit? I think it's cute!

30 Days of Running : Day One "Baby, You're A Firework"

2011-10-01T14:00:00.000-07:00

My next 30 Day challenge has begun.....and I think I temporarily lost my mind when coming up this one.

"30 Days of Running"

Yep, everyday for the next 30 Days, I will do some type of fitness activity that involves running. I plan to begin with 5 minutes of running, and by the end of 30 days I want to be able to run a mile without stopping.

The motto was created by my 5 year old niece:
"Run, Run, Run as fast as you Can!"
Which for me means that I will push myself, but I will also go at a speed that is doable for me! No pressure, no feeling of defeat....because I will run as fast as I can....I will do what I can.....and I will succeed!

I don't know why, but for some reason, I just have the urge to run! In a way, I'm running for my life! I am hoping that by getting active, I will be able to live a long and full-filling life! I also want to inspire other plus-size women to get up and get moving!

Today I ran on a track in my neighborhood, and my family came to support me and run with me.

It was very hard for me, but I felt so encouraged when my 5 year old niece Amirah, and her 3 year old little brother Eric sang "Firework" to me as I ran!!!!!

I wore a cute Marika Miracles "Total Slimming Capri with Tummy Control" and Marika Miracles "Miraculous Uplifting Tank" by Lane Bryant.

I also wore a Enell Sports Bra, and it is by far the BEST sports bra in the world for well endowed women.

And my work-out would not be complete without my Body Media FIT Armband. It is soooooo awesome!

Today I did a 5 minute walking warm-up, then I jogged for 1 minute, walked for 90 secs, and walked again for a minute until I did a total of 5 minutes worth of walking!

I pray that I can continue this challenge for the full 30 Days!

Special Thanks to the following people for sponsoring my "30 Days of Running"

LANE BRYANT
ENELL
BODY MEDIA

and also the fabulous wig made for me by Hadiiya Barbel made with WAGMAN MAN! That way I look fab as I run!!!!! (Use Code: ERICA1) to get $12 off your next order of Wagman Hair.

Also, much love to Dana Divine, radio show host on WGCI everyday Sunday morning! She is awesome! Dana is a breast cancer survivor and very inspirational. I ran into her while I was running...and she was working out too! Please visit her page at http://www.wgci.com/pages/danadivineblog.html

Day 18 of "30 Days of Dance" at the Brooklyn Museum

2011-07-02T23:59:00.000-07:00

It is Day 18 of my self-emposed marathon of "30 Days of Dance". Today I went to dance at Target First Saturdays at the Brooklun Museum. DJ Herbert Holler from the Freedom Party was the resident dj and it was a blast! I danced my ass off!

"30 Days of Dance: Love Yourself, Love Your Body, Love Your Life...Dance!"

http://www.youtube.com/user/ComedianEricaWatson#p/a/u/0/xAC6pMThZoo

That's the motto of my marathon. and that's what I want to do. I want to love myself, love my body, love my life and express it all through dancing.

I had such a great time tonite dancing! My good friend and hilarious comedian HADIYAH ROBINSON danced with me tonite and well as my buddy TIA RUDD.

There were over 3,000 ppl dacing lat night! I entered one of the the dance battle circles and I shut it down!!!

WATCH ME DANCE HERE!!!

Day 12 of 30 Days of Dance w/ Marina Franklin in BK

2011-06-26T21:52:00.000-07:00

My friend and sister in comedy Marina Franklin loves house music! I mean, she LOVES it. If there is a house music party in NYC, she is there!

For the past few years I have been telling Marina I was going to go dancing with her, but I always fake out. Now that I am doing my 30 Days of Dance, it would not be complete without me dancing with Marina!

Marina invited me to attend NYCDeep Summer BBQ Indoor+Outdoor Bash!

It was at Good Company in Williamsburg Brooklyn, and we had a great time!

My video camera died, so I did not get footage of Marina and I dancing, but I got some pics!

It was all you can eat bbq, games, good drinks, fun people and hot music!

Much Love to DJ's: DjJustice Nyc, Timmy Richardson, Mark Emkai Heaslip, Alan Liddell, Kev Dot Kruz, Mari Oliver, TheRedness Hayes, Junior White, Carlos Mena

Check out Marina's website http://marinafranklin.com/

She and I will be dancing together again soon!

WATCH VIDEO of me and MARINA

Day 11 of "30 Days of Dance" WATCH OUT FOR THE BIG GIRLS!

2011-06-25T23:00:00.000-07:00

Yep! It's Day 11 of my 30 days of dancing...and this is starting to be lots of fun. It's also a challenge because I am so tired....but no matter what, I make sure I dance for at leats 45 minutes straight!

Tonight I went to the Bigger and Better Thangs (BBT) party at Club Remix in NYC. It is a party for Full-Figured women and the men that love and support them. Basically it's a place where plus size women can go and let it all hang out...without dealing with the bullshit at other clubs that cater to skinny chicks!

I know most of you are like WTF? What is a BIG GIRL party....well, although I have mixed feelings about them, I must say I had a ball at the BBT party! It's hosted by my good friend MIKE (who is laying his head on my chest in the pic above) and is one of the best parties in town. Lots and lots and LOTS of guys (black, white, asian) who love plus size women....and this is the place to go for that!!!

Day 10 The FREEDOM PARTY tribute to MICHAEL JACKSON

2011-06-24T23:52:00.000-07:00

Tonite was amazing! Me, Tia, Lanisha, Alicia, Kendra and Edwinna went to the FREEDOM PARTY's annual tribute to Michael Jackson.

They play Michael Jackson and related music ALL NITE LONG!

It was so much fun! DJ Herbert Holler is the best! He even play the demo version of P.Y.T before Quincy Jones came on board and produced it. It was FIYAH!

When we arrived at 11pm when the doors opened, the line was already wrapped around the corner!

We danced for hours! I am having so much fun with my friends!

WATCH THE VIDEO of me and TIA having fun after the party!

Day 9! ZUMBA!!! ZUMBA!! ZUMBA!!! again

2011-06-23T21:14:00.000-07:00

It's day 9 of my "30 Days of Dance" and I am tired as hell! I have been dancing everyday for 9 days straight! What in the world made me come up with this idea.

Lanisha and I had so much fun last week, that we decided to take Lauren's class again that the Mark Morris Dance Center in Brooklyn!

The class was jam packed! Lauren is so popular....they need to give her a BIGGER ROOM!

After class, Lauren showed me a few more moves!!!! I was so tired I could hardly keep up, but she altered the difficulty for me a bit. But believe me, during the real class, Lauren works you out like crazy!!! It's such a great class!

WATCH VIDEO OF ME DOING ZUMBA

For more info on Lauren and the Mark Morris School of Dance click HERE

DAY 5 Dancing at the Belmont Lounge

2011-06-19T23:08:00.000-07:00

Tonight I had a ball dancing at the Belmont Lounge with Kayla and Tia! Every Sunday is Reggae night, and it gets packed so we went early. It's also free for women before Midnight...and you know Iooooooove to get in FREE!

Lots and Lots of cute jamaican boys were there, but what I love most is that the BELMONT LOUNGE is such a mixed crowd! The dj is great!!!!

Day 4 of my "30 Days of Dance" FFFWeek Grand Finale!

2011-06-18T23:53:00.000-07:00

It's Day 4 of my "30 Days of Dance" and I spent the evening at The Marriot Marquis in Times Square celebrating the the grand finale of Full Figured Fashion Week. Much love to Igigi for providing such a fabulous dress for me to wear!

The event was produced by the fabulous Gwen Devoe and featured some of the hottest plus size designers in the world!

I was so excited that I danced during the show as the model walked the catwalk, and I also dance d a bit during the after party! Although I did not do a full 45 minutes of dance, I did shake my booty and had a great time!

I went to the show with my great friend, Designer Yaovi Marius Ahiale and the fab diva actress Kit Williams!

The show was amazing and I was so proud to be a part of this event! They even gave me a special thanks in the program....I was too excited!

Give Us Us Free!!!! Day 3 at The Freedom Party

2011-06-17T23:59:00.000-07:00

It's Day 3 of my "30 Days of Dance" and I decided to venture into the west village to dance the night away at The Freedom Party! All I can saw is WOW!!! This is the hottest party in NYC for sure! (WATCH VIDEO BELOW)

Every Friday night at Le Poisson Rouge Dj Herbert Holler, DJ Cosi and DJ Marc Smooth throw an amazing party where every body dances!!! I felt so FREE !!!! It was great to be at a party where people just enjoyed themselves and let the music move them!

I went to the party with my lil sis Kayla, and my partner in crime, comedian Yamanieka Saunders! We danced 3 hours straight!!! The party was packed...and we SHUT IT DOWN! We were the last 3 people to leave!!! (security actually kicked us out!)

We met a bunch of cool people. There was some really cute guy named "Carmello" and we took a bunch of pics with him for no reason. 2 cool ass drunk girls took pics with us too! We had a ball!!!

Next week is the Michael Jackson Tribute! It's going to be so live...so get there early!

The Freedom Party NYC is New York City's longest running weekly Friday night dance party. Recently the winner of Papermag's highly coveted award for "Best Party of 2010 (Peoples Choice)," and runner up in URB Magazine's "Best Party of 2010" (nationwide), Freedom was created in 2002 by Herbert Holler, DJ Cosi and Marc Smooth. Their mission was to bring music back to the forefront of nightlife, and to provide a weekly home for people from all walks of life to dance and be free, regardless of who you know, what you wear or how much money you make. Playing an incredibly tight of mix of danceable hits from the 60s through today, including hip-hop, R&B, rock, reggae, soul,New Wave, house music, salsa, merengue, electro, Afrobeat and more, the Freedom Party NYC continues to fill its dance floor each week with people from all over the globe.

Ladies: free before midnight, $10 after

Men: $10 before 2:00am, $15 after

CAAL members receive reduced $10 admission all night; All students receive $5 admission with valid Student ID. Discount taken at the door.

This is a general admission, standing event.

DAY TWO: "30 Days of Dance" ZUMBA!

2011-06-16T20:40:00.000-07:00

ZUMBA! ZUMBA! ZUMBA!!!

The world has been going crazy for Zumba and now I know why!

For the 2nd day of my "30 Days of Dance", I decided to go to the Mark Morris Dance Center in Brooklyn to take a Zumba Class.

My friend Lanisha went with me, and seeing that we are both sista's who know how to "work it", we just knew that Zumba would be a piece of cake! WRONG!!!!

This dance class was amazing....it was fun....and it is a WORKOUT!!!

I loved the instructor Lauren Rosenstein because not only was she a fantastic dancer, she looked like she was having fun.....and encouraged everyone, no matter what their skill level, to dance and enjoy themselves! And if anyone still thinks that white girls can't dance, then you are not ready for Ms. Rosenstein....she has moves that put me to shame!!!!

As a plus size woman, attempting to go to a dance class, especially one at a professional dance company can be overwhelming. I am so happy that Lauren made me and all of the women feel like superstars!

After a night of dancing with sexy gay strippers the day before at SPLASH, I was so tired. I am surprised that I even made it through the Zumba class....but I did and I am proud!

Zumba is every Tuesday and Thursday from 7pm-8pm for $15 per class.

Here is more info about Lauren, The Mark Morris Dance Cente r and Zumba!

ZUMBA® is a dance-based fitness class using international music and steps – Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, Swing, Tango, Samba, Reggaeton (Latin/Funk), and more. Nonstop energetic routines feature intervals with fast and slow rhythms in addition to resistance training. No partner or previous dance experience required. Recommended attire includes comfortable workout clothes and sneakers with non-marking soles. Two Open Level classes are offered on a drop-in basis.

Lauren Rosenstein

Lauren Rosenstein is originally from Monroe, NY and began dancing at age 3. She studied ballet, tap and jazz at Mayra Kennett Dance Centre. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a dual-major in Dance and Communication Arts. In 2008, she became a certified Zumba Instructor, Pilates Instructor and Personal Trainer. In January 2010, she went to Uganda to study traditional dance and to teach at local orphanages and private dance schools. Lauren is currently working on her Master's Degree in Dance Education K-12 at New York University. She loves to dance and have fun, especially in the Zumba Party!

The MARK MORRIS DANCE GROUP was formed in 1980 and gave its first concert that year in New York City. In September of 2001, the Mark Morris Dance Center opened in Brooklyn, NY, to provide a home for the company, rehearsal space for the dance community, outreach programs for local children, and a school offering dance classes to students of all ages.

Day One: 30 Days of Dance! Ocean @ Splash

2011-06-15T21:26:00.000-07:00

What better way to start off a month long marathon of dance than to do it with some of the sexiest gay men in the world!

My bestie Nathan Williams, star of "Girls who like Boys, who like Boys" on the Sundance Channel is the creator of one of the hottest gay parties that NYC has ever seen....OCEAN @ Splash!

I had a ball! I danced my ass off....literally! This was the most amazing night!

It started off with a fabulous private dinner at SPICE MARKET , hosted by my wonderful friend and chef Marja Vongerichten, wife of three-star Michelin chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten (who owns Spice Market). I wish I would have taken pictures of the food. Marja treated me like a Queen...and I can not wait for her TV show Kimchi Chronicles, a new, 13-episode series on PBS to air! She is a rockstar and I feel honored that she and Nathan would invite me out to dinner to begin my "30 Days of Dance" celebration!

DJ MK is the resident DJ for Ocean @ Splash and she is so talented! MK really knows how to play music that makes you DANCE!!!! By far, she is one of the baddest DJ's in the country! I danced for 2 hours straight and I feel good!!!!

Much love to Nathan, Marja, DJ MK, DJ Bobby Duron, Jabbar and all of my buddies that made my opening night of dance a big "Splash"! Especially the STRIPPERS!

30 Days of Dance? Girl are you Crazy?

2011-06-15T11:21:00.000-07:00

People have been asking me why in the world am I attempting to dance everyday for 30 days?

Because I'm crazy...that's why!

I want to get in shape and get active, but the traditional gym is not for me.

First of all, cute workout clothes are made for skinny people! Secondly, when you are big and go to a gym, people look at you like "damn, why are you here?".....which is so stupid. Lastly, I think I might have Adult ADD, I'm not sure....but all I know is that after sit-up #5 I am bored.

Dancing however will keep my attention!

So, from June 15th-July 15th I am going to dance everyday!

I have a 3-fold mission with my "30 Days of Dance"

1. To Have Fun and enjoy NYC: I have lived here for years, but I have been so busy working, that I have not really ventured out to enjoy all that NYC has to offer. From free nightclubs, to low-cost dance classes....I am going to finally get to see all the NYC has to offer a dance freak like me! Also, this year has been very stressful for me, so dancing will make me HAPPY!!!!!
2. To Lose Weight and Get In Shape: I HATE exercise! I want to get active without spending money to join a gym! I want a fun activity that will allow me to sweat, get moving and possibly let a few guys grind on me and feel me up at the same time!
3. I want to tell the world to kiss my FAT ASS: I'm tired of the clubs in NYC that refuse to let "big girls" in. I'm tired of going out to dance and somebody looking at me crazy because "big girls" are not supposed to dance! I'm tired of standing in a corner or sitting down at the table watching the purses of my skinny friends while they dance! I wanna dance too!!!!

If you know of a cool party or a dance class where I can dance, please let me know! I'll be taking pictures, shooting video and spotlighting all of the cool people I meet!

Check my blog regularly for updates on where I am going to dance!

Tonite I am going to "Ocean @ Splash" hosted by the fab Nathan Williams.

DAY 1 Wednesday June 15^th NYC
“Ocean” at Splash
50 W 17th St, New York, NY 10011

Cross Streets: Between 6th Ave and 5th Ave

Neighborhood: Union Square New York, NY

Party with the sexy gay boys!!

I'll be there at 11pm!

DAY 2 Thursday June 16^th ZUMBA in BK
7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Mark Morris Dance Group

3 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn

ZUMBA® is a dance-based fitness class using international music and steps – Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, Swing, Tango, Samba, Reggaeton (Latin/Funk), and more. Nonstop energetic routines feature intervals with fast and slow rhythms in addition to resistance training. No partner or previous dance experience required. Recommended attire includes comfortable workout clothes and sneakers with non-marking soles. Two Open Level classes are offered on a drop-in basis.

Phone: 718-624-8400
E-mail: info@mmdg.org
Cost: $13

Erica's 30 Days of Dance

2011-06-14T16:06:00.000-07:00

I love to dance, but for some reason...I never do!

Maybe it's because without fail, every time I go to a club and start dancing, the DJ coincidentally starts playing "Ain't Gonna Bump No More with No Big Fat Woman" by Joe Tex.

Maybe it's because most of the clubs in NYC are more worried about status and what you look like, than actually having a party where people have a great time!

Or Maybe it's because I get so caught up in the stress of life that I forget that DANCING makes me feel good!

Well, the summer is here and I am ready to DANCE!!!

I want to get healthy, and get in shape...but the traditional gym will not work for me right now. I need something fun and uplifting....something that does not feel like I'm working out!

I wanna dance! I want to get on the dance floor and drop it like it's hot! I want to shake a tail feather! I want to pop my coochie and have a couple of dollars thrown at me! I WANT TO DANCE!!!

That's why I am about to embark on a journey called "Erica's 30 Days of Dance!"

From June 15th-July 15th, I am going to dance everyday...30 days straight...for at least 45 minutes.

It might be at a nightclub, a dance class....or even my living room.

I have searched high and low for everyday free and low-cost opportunity to dance in NYC.

I hope you will join me! email me at erica@ericawatson.com for more info on my schedule!

Let's DANCE!!!!!
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Watch me on "SEX ON TV" TONIGHT on TV Guide @ 8pm EST

2010-08-15T11:06:00.000-07:00

Now-a-days, EVERYBODY has a sex tape! While most of us keep it under lock and key in a old Payless "Pro-Wings" box in the back of the closet, some of us actually release it to the world and become an instant Superstar! Paris Hilton did it, Kim Kardashian and Ray J did it. More recently, the internet has been going crazy because Laurence Fishburne's 18 year old daughter, Montana Fishburne is set to release an adult dvd with Vivid Entertainment!

But there was a time, not so long ago, when Sex was taboo in the world of entertainment, especially on mainstream TV. Gone are the days when showing a belly button could lead to cancellation of a Prime Time Network series. Today, Sex sells, literally! And we're all buying in to it. Well at least most of us are.

With the recent rejection of the FCC indecency policy, which attempted to regulate the use of profanity on radio and television, the question of censorship has been raised once again.

From covered up navels and married couples sleeping in separate beds, to skimpy bikinis, barely-there dance costumes and in-your-face sexual encounters, TV Guide Network pulls back the sheets for the first-ever special dedicated to the evolution of nudity, sexual content and censorship on American television. Narrated by actress Brenda Strong of the racy television series "Desperate Housewives," "SEX ON TV" premieres Sunday, August 15 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT.

With archival clips and commentary from media and pop culture experts, "SEX ON TV" documents the progression of titillation, nudity and sex that has been captivating television audiences since the 1950's. The two-part special shows how television pushed the envelope by making once taboo topics trendy. From the characters of "Gidget" and "I Dream of Jeannie," who were required to cover their navels, and the birth of "jiggle TV" with "Charlie's Angels," to the popular yet risqué shows of today, "SEX ON TV" examines the changing landscape of television, including how the networks regulated content to reflect the evolution of society with the understanding that less clothing meant higher ratings.

"Sex hasn't changed over the years but how Americans view sex through television certainly has. This special focuses on how the country's views on sex have evolved," says Diane Robina, TV Guide Network's Executive Vice President of Programming and Marketing.

"SEX ON TV" highlights historical television moments including the first interracial kiss between Nancy Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. and the first same-sex kiss on "L.A. Law" that provoked nationwide debate and encouraged television to reflect a more progressive society. The two-part special also examines the argument between salacious nudity versus nudity deemed justified by being a reflection of real-life events such as in the mini-series "Roots."

Watch me talk about SEX ON TV on the TV Guide Network, Sunday, August 15th at 8p ET/PT. See me in the clip below!

And also, don't forget to vote for my 1 woman show "FAT BITCH!" to be presented at the BROOKLYN MUSEUM for Target First Saturdays! Voting ends August 20th so VOTE TODAY!!!!!!!

http://www.brooklynmuseum.org/community/shoutoutbrooklyn/vote-performance

Are you an ANGRY BLACK WOMAN?

2010-04-13T09:16:00.000-07:00

We hear it all of the time! That catch phrase that is sweeping the nation: ANGRY BLACK WOMAN!

How many times have you been walking down the street, and some random guy has the nerve to say 'Damn baby smile. It can't be that bad!" or my favorite one "Why you walking around looking so mad?"

BECAUSE I AM MAD....sometimes :) lol

"I'm MAD about the War in Iraq, I'm MAD about the way sista's treat other sista's, I'm Mad about Poverty, I'm MAD about relationshits, and yes, I'm still MAD about Slavery!" (from Sista's on Fire)

All women go through a lot, no matter what their ethnic background...but for some reason Black Women can not express their displeasure with the world or voice any type of opinion without being considered and ANGRY BLACK WOMAN!

I am DIRECTING a READING of a new musical called "SISTAS on FIRE" that deals with this issue of BLACK RAGE from a feminist perspective.

On Sunday, May 2nd the show is a part of the Illuminating Artists: Notes from a Page reading series, that features new musicals that are in the developmental stage. Come and check it out and give us your feedback before we take it on to the next level!!!!

SEE YOU THERE!!! Tix are only $10

PURCHASE BY CLICKING HERE

Sun May 2, 2010 7 pm
SISTAS ON FIRE
The personal becomes political when six passionately opinionated women speak their minds on social injustice in a soul-stirring mix of poetry, prose, song and dance.
A Newsical written by Marcia L. McNair, Anissa D. Moore, and Sista Girl (Gail Haliburton)
featuring music by RKITECH and DIRECTED by ERICA WATSON.

I LOVE THE LOGO! It was designed by my wonderfully talented friend Professor John Jennings from the University of Illinois-Champaign.

and before you go.....what are YOU so mad about?

Losing With Jilllian: HIDE & GO SEEK

2010-04-12T11:09:00.000-07:00

I think most of you know that last week I appeared on The Dr. Phil Show as a expert panelist for the "Great Fat Debate". It was a very interesting show, and has changed my life in many ways.

Dr. Phil hooked me up with the fabulous Jillian Michaels, and now she is my personal trainer. Since she has been working with me, I realize now more than ever that losing weight is just as much of a mental transformation, as a physical one. I am struggling.

I have tried to lose weight before, but this is the first time that I have been challenged to really dig deep into the emotional side of my relationship with food. I have had awesome fitness trainers in the past, but nothing worked because I was not being honest with myself about my "food issues".

During my first 2 weeks with Jillian I lost weight, but then last week I went to New Orleans to visit my extended family and I gained it all back! WTF?

I confessed to Jillian by email that I have not been as focused as I should and she wrote me back right away, and I will not share everything with you, but this is what struck me the most:

"Erica, the real question is what does your weight afford you? Because it has a powerful hold over you. The emotional security it provides is seemingly worth more than your life right now.

If you figure out why you hide behind the weight then you can begin to heal the bigger issues that drive you to eat!"

I read that and instantly tears rolled down my face. Yes, I am suffering from PMS right now, and extremely emotional. But at that moment it hit me that I use the weight to protect me from something...to HIDE from SOMETHING...but from what?

Hide & Seek was one of my favorite games as a child, but now it has much deeper meaning in this situation. Who or What am I hiding from? Why does my weight have such a powerful hold over me? It's time to seek answers.

As a kid, I loved to play the game, but I was always first to get caught. I always ran slower than everyone else, and my hiding places were so predictable. But when it comes to my weight loss issue, this game of Hide & Seek has been more challenging. I have not been so quick to find myself....I've been hiding my emotions in all of the wrong places, and I need to catch myself now!

For one, I know that I use weight as an excuse for many things in my life. If I do not get a film role, it's because of my weight. If I do not get a guy, it's because of my weight!

Failure has never scared me! I take the challenge head on. But SUCCESS...that's another story. I think I am fearful of it. If I lose weight, there is nothing to hold me back from being an amazing success story! Can I handle success?

As you read this, please do not get me wrong, I love myself, and I know that I am worthy of love and success no matter what my size. But I want a higher quality of life that losing weight will afford me. Maybe you can flourish being your size, but I want to lose so that I can shine the way I WANT TO!

As I work with Jillian, I pray that she is patient with me. This is going to be the hardest game of Hide & Seek ever played!

****Jillian is my inspiration because SUCCESS does not scare her at all. She is on the cover of Success Magazine this month. Check her out! http://www.successmagazine.com

25 Biggest TV Blunders

2010-02-28T19:17:00.000-08:00

What's up ya'll?

Tonite I made my TV Guide Network debut on a funny show called "25 Biggest TV Blunders". I am very excited about this, not only because it is my first time on this channel, but also because it made me think about the impact that television has made on my life!

On the show, we talk about the 25 Biggest mistakes that have been made on network television including horrible show remake, bad casting choices and even tv show concepts that should have never seen the light of day!

So, watch me tonite on the TV Guide Network. Check your local listings for show time and channels.

You can also read my interview with the fabullous Diane Robina, who is the Head of Programming for the Tv Guide Network here:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/erica-watson/25-biggest-tv-blunders_b_480080.html

NYC!!! See "FAT BITCH!" FEBRUARY 2010

2009-12-21T10:47:00.000-08:00

HEY BABIES! It's never toooo early! Get Your Tickets Now!!!

"Fat Bitch!"
A One Woman Show by Erica Watson
Thursdays, Feb. 11, 18, 25
The Laurie Beechman Theatre at the West Bank Cafe
407 West 42nd StreetNew York, NY 10036
between 9th & 10th Aves (all trains to Times Square Station)
7 PM Showtime (doors open at 6pm. Full Dinner Menu is available)
$15 admission with a $15 food and/or drink minimum
To Purchase Tickets:http://www.spincyclenyc.com or call the box office 212-352-3101

Recession Proof Coochie: How to get Laid if You're Laid Off!

2009-09-30T08:30:00.000-07:00

**Special Offer For Broke Guys in NYC TONITE..Keep Reading***

Yes it's true! Although I am full of "girl-power" I am also Every Guy's Best Friend! Since I love the fella's so much, I wanted to give you all some helpful dating tips. We all know it is a recession, and because of that many guys feels like money problems are keeping them from getting quality women. During these hard economic times, I've seen many of my guy friends start to date "undesirables": hood-rats, pretty girls with low self esteem, ugly girls, fat chicks (yes I said it, unfortunately many men feel like some full-figured women are "easy" to impress....I'm not one of them). I understand your plight, beautiful, sophisticated, well-educated, intelligent, successful brilliant women like myself (and all of my Diva friends) cost money. Yes, we do! You have to pay to play. But just because you are a broke dude, or working with limited funds doesn't mean that you can't play! Your play dates just need to be more creative. That's where I come in. I'm here to help you! And of course I have my own selfish reasons as well. I'm tired of having girl nights, sipping cosmos, sitting around with a bunch of single, fabulous, chicks crying about how we are intimidating! We are not intimidating, dudes are just broke as hell! The truth of the matter is we need men as much as they need us. I love my girls, I believe in women being strong and confident...but it's time for all these strong successful sista's to get a date and a meal with a large side of penis! There are just some things that Double A batteries and a silver bullet can not provide!

Here are 5 ways to get laid, by a top quality chick, even if you've been laid off!

1. Breakfast & A Matinee
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day..and it's also the cheapest! She can order everything on the menu, and your bill will still be under $15! Add a cool matinee movie in the mix, and now you've taken the typical "dinner & movie" date, flipped it and cut your bill in half. Make sure you tell her "I'm really feeling you, so I want to start my day with you. How about we meet for breakfast and go see an early movie, and you'll have the rest of the day to take care of things and do you!" She'll call her girls and say "Guuuurl, he is so cool and DIFFERENT! he really likes me. We are going to breakfast girl! See, I knew he wasn't just trying to sleep with me!" And then guess what, my mid-day you all will be fucking!

2. Culture is FREE!
Every city has FREE cultural events that are open to the public. For instance, in NYC Target sponsors "First Saturdays" at The Brooklyn Museum, which is one of the most beautiful museums in the city. You get to see all the exhibits for free, enjoy panel discussions and performances by amazing musical artists, and the Grand Ballroom has a party with a DJ spinning classic hip-hop, r&b and soul music. It's all FREE! In Chicago, Millennium Park offers free jazz concerts by The Chicago Jazz Ensemble and free dance performances by the Joffrey Ballet. Atlanta, Charlotte, LA, Houston and all city in between have free cultural events. She'll be so impressed by your "appreciation of the arts" she will never notice that your ass is broke!

3. Get Some Class!
Get free guest passes to an amazing gym, and take the lady of your choice to pilates class! Better yet, find a free yoga class or dance class! The Chicago Park District offers free yoga and pilates, in LA the Lululemon Morningside Showroom offers free yoga on Sunday, in Charlotte there are FREE “WEDNESDAY NIGHT SALSA SOCIALS” at World Dance Center. This is a great way to show off your stamina, endurance and "physical abilities" to a woman, and both of you can knock a couple of pounds off together! Since I love the fella's in Brooklyn so much I asked my trainer AJA DAVIS to let you guys come to her BOOTCAMP for free. Go to http://www.newbodybootcampNYC.com and type in code 2WK456 and Aja will let you work out at her bootcamp for FREE for 2 weeks. Let her know I sent you!!

4. HAPPY DAYS ARE HERE AGAIN!
There is nothing that a Happy Hour won't fix! Most bars in the middle of the city have a Happy Hour with two-for-1 drink specials and cheap bar food. This way you can have a quick, fun meeting right after work. Opps...I forgot some of you do not have jobs. Well, you can still meet her once SHE gets off from work at the Happy Hour. Unless she is a complete alcoholic , most women with class with limit themselves to 2 cocktails on a date. Get her some hot wings for $5, and you just won brownie points. Shoot some darts, play a little pool and be out of there by 9pm.

5. Spa at Home or "Rub & Tug"
Start this night off by going shopping and cooking her a great cheap meal at home. Once she's done, offer her one of her favorite spa services like a pedicure! Then let her soak in a soothing aromatherapy bath, prepared by YOU! Once that is done, give her an amazing hot oil full body massage and top it off with a HAPPY ENDING! Yes, make her feel GUUUUUD with just your tongue and fingers! Kiss her on the forehead and send her to bed! Trust me! The rewards you will get from treating her like this are ENDLESS!

I love you guys!! Have fun...u cheap bastards!

For the fellas in NYC: Tonite I am performing at the LAUGH LOUNGE for Ladies NIght @ the Comedy On The Hump Show! All ladies get in free! The first 10 guys to write me can get on my guest list tonite and get in FREE to see the show. Bring the lady of your choice, she gets in free anyway! There is still a 2 drink minimum! Let me know by 6pm if you want to be on my guest list tonite!!! Send an email to erica@ericawatson.com with FREE TIX on the subject line!!!! I will send you back a confirmation email!!!

You Can't Fuck Your Fans!

2009-09-10T11:10:00.000-07:00

I have learned many life lessons. Throughout my career as a comedian, writer and director, one motto rings trues------Never Fuck Your Fans!

We all have them. Cheerleaders--the ones that no matter what you do, are always there to support you, honor you and make you feel like the superstar you are. Many people will pretend to be on your team...but when the lights fade, the curtain drops and you are backstage---your true blue fans are the ones waiting in the wings to shower you with love and admiration. But no matter how amazing this feels...

You Can't Fuck Them!

Maybe you are a successful professional woman, climbing the ranks, and your dedication to "making it" has made is so that you have not had any good loving for weeks, months, maybe even years. Yeah, I know some hot chicks that can get a promotion but can't ever get a date or some dick!

But, no matter what....you have your adoring fans...the young boys in the mail room that just got out of jail and are in the work release program at your job. They get excited because "edumakated" women like yourself never give them the time of day. They watch your hips sway in the Ralph Lauren Skirt you scored at TJ Maxx and love to watch you walk in your clearance rack 9 west shoes. You entice them. They are your biggest fans! But as soon as you get drunk at the office "Holiday Party" and let one of them hit it on a box of Hammermill® Color Copy 8 1/2" x 11" Paper.....Guess What..your copy requests will no longer be a priority, and mysteriously your Fed-Ex Overnight packages will never get processed on time.

Never Fuck Your Fans!

Guys have fans too. You know, that chick that is the hot waitress at the local spot you run to for lunch everyday with your co-workers. She's pretty as hell, but has "hood rat like" tendencies, and always tells you she is about to go to school to be a home health aide and this job is helping her pay for her "books and stuff". She is really feeling you, always makes sure you get a table right away, hooks you up with the deluxe platter upgrade with the fries free of charge, and no matter what you order your bill is never over $7. You even take your business clients there for lunch, your treat, because you know shorty will look out for you. Of course she will..she's a fan! You tip her well, and she didn't even have to swing on a pole! She's not used to that....which make her love you even more!

But then you make the mistake and invite her to an end of the summer Bar-B-Que your boys "Dirty Ass Mike, Poochie and Black" (they work in the mailroom) are having. You get a little "lifted" and the next thing you know she's giving you head on the bottom bunk bed (twin sized) that Mike still sleeps on in his momma basement. You thought it was all fun, but after 37 missed calls from her on Sunday, you go to the restaurant Monday only to find there is a picture of you up on the wall wanted for "Skipping Out on Bills"...now you are banned! (Damn, you loved those fries!)

You should have never fucked your fan!

I have a neighborhood stalker. He loves me! He's a fan. I can't walk anywhere in my neighborhood without hearing "hello miss lady!" I turn around, it's alway him. The street soldier. Wearing his basic street soldier uniform----over sized white Tee, sagging jeans and Timbs---"Hey Miss Lady..I want to come to one of your comedy shows..i saw you on BET"
He's told all of the guys on the block about my comedy...they come to my shows....he's my walking billboard...Im a hood star on Marcus Garvey and Fulton because of him!

Sometimes I am afraid to tell him when I have a show, for fear of him breaking into my apartment because he knows I am not home....but nevertheless....I need him...and he needs me me! He keeps my name in the streets..he's my street team...my Don King! But if I fuck him, it's all over!

I have made the mistake of fucking a fan or two in my day.....always with the same results! It goes against the brand that I am building! If you want to have success in life....build a strong fan base....they will go with you all the way! But whatever you do.....don't fuck them!!

If you want to be one of my fans, come and check me out September 30th @ The Laugh Lounge for the "Comedy On The Hump Show". It's FREE for Ladies! The show is featuring all female comedians...and it will be a lot of fun! 7pm 2 drink minimum / 151 Essex Street! See you there!!

I'm In Love With A Stripper!!!

2009-09-08T12:13:00.000-07:00

AM I GAY?

It's not that I question my own sexual orientation, but a lot of people do. Recently I reconnected with a friend of mine from high school and she said "Erica, I heard that you are gay, and that you have a lesbian girlfriend that lives in Jamaica who is a doctor!" I said " Yes, her name is Escovitch! That's the only Jamaican fish I eat!" For some reason, ever since college, there have been a handful of people that have thought that I am gay! I do not know why!

Well, for a minute I was like "maybe I am" .... why would people say it unless I gave off a vibe or something? The thing is, lesbians never think I am gay, it's only straight women! Every time I smile at a lesbian she gives me that "Why the hell is that fat straight girl smiling at me" look! So I am confused! Why do some straight folks think I am gay?

Well, not only do straight women think I am gay, but strippers do to! A couple of months ago, I went to the strip club with three of my friends who will remain nameless to protect the innocent. Actually, scratch that...cause none of them were innocent....their names are ERIKA, JAY and STAN!!

I have always wanted to be a stripper. They say if you want to figure out what your stripper name would be, you have to take your childhood pet name and add your childhood street on to it. So, in that case my name is Kitty-Poo Drexel. Kitty-poo was the little dirty cat we had that hissed at my brother Eric too many times, so my parents got rid of it..and DREXEL is the street where I spent all of my life!!!

But actually, I think if I was a stripper I would call myself "RED VELVET" because I love RED VELVET CAKE. As I pop...grind...and swing around the pole... I would pull out pieces of RED VELVET cake from between my legs and give it out to the men that tipped me!!! That sounds nasty!!

I digress....

Back to the Strip Club....we went to the CRAZY HORSE CABARET in the BRONX. Jay gave me and Erika $100 a piece in singles to give out to the women who were dancing. I thought is was all in fun.....a novelty.....until one of the strippers...who was gorgeous, seemed to be very fond of me and Erika. She came over by me and started dancing. First let me say, I am STRAIGHT....but this girl's body was banging...especially for guys who like very thick women!!!

I gave her a dollar..and the next thing i know....in one swift move she ended up sitting in front of me with her legs wrapped around my neck! HOW DID SHE DO THAT? I felt violated, yet intrigued/inspired at the same time.

I guess I looked so startled that she tried to comfort me....(with her coochie in my face, ofcourse). I said to her. "Hey! I'm straight! I think!!" and she stopped and looked in my eyes and said "I can fix that!"

At that moment I totally understood how men can get addicted to these clubs. It's all a hustle!! These women make you think they like you...but it's all about the money!!! This girl was trying to hustle me!!! And SHE DID!! She got all of my damn money!!! I felt like a fool!!! After that, I was determine not to give out any more money that night!!!!

But, the most intriguing thing is after all my money was gone...the girl came and sat down to talk with me. I figured she was trying to get me to buy a VIP Lap Dance!!! She was out of her mind!!!

I told her I didn't have anymore money and that I was pretty sure I was straight!! Anyway, she turned to me and said "I just wanted to tell you that you are a beautiful full-figured woman, and I wish I had your confidence!"

WHAT THE HELL?

She told me that she was 19 years old, and that she had low self esteem and that's why she dances. This girl was so pretty, so sexy and the perfect size to ME...but to herself she was ugly and unworthy!!! I was amazed!!!

Here I am, looking at her, thinking "If only I had her body, I would be rich!"...but she HAS the body and is not satisfied!!

I realized at that moment that ALL women, regardless of size, have the ability to have low esteem!! Sometimes I think pretty smaller girls have it made!! Maybe they do....but not if they don't know it!!! Even many of the men in the room looking at the dancers have LOW SELF ESTEEM!!

I always tell people, "I can't wait to loose weight so that I can be a stripper!"....and even though I say it as a joke, the underlining message is that I too do not feel worthy to show off or feel sexy unless I am smaller. So I am no different than the stripper!! And, she is no different than me!!

After talking to her....I decided that from now on, I am going to stop waiting until I loose weight....and start celebrating my body TODAY!!!! I am going to get butt naked and dance in my living room to some Too Live Crew music and start practicing my moves....so whenever the day comes...when I feel confident in myself...no matter what size I am....I can be the stripper I have always wanted to be!!! In the privacy of my own home of course....for my HUSBAND (or some random dude.. with low self esteem)..whichever comes first!

After I left the Crazy Horse Cabaret....I realized that I am in love with a STRIPPER...and her name is Erica "RED VELVET" Watson!!

So basically, I went to the strip club and left there attracted to a very special girl: ME!!!!

***shout out to http://www.mokojumbie.net for that cute pic!

The Diva's of Avenue Pink

2009-07-13T14:40:00.001-07:00

The beautiful ladies of AVENUE PINK will be interviewing me tonite about my 1 woman show "Fat Bitch!" We are also going to discuss body image and self for for plus sized women!!!

Listen tonite at 10pm EST/9pm CST/7pm PST

Dream Team: Every Single Girl Needs One

2009-06-04T20:23:00.000-07:00

Have you ever had a friend that is always single, she ain't never in a relationship, but for some reason her lonely, bitter ass can always come and tell you how to run yours?

Well, I am that Bitch!

But the thing is, I GIVE GREAT ADVICE. Why? Because I am Every Guy's Best Friend. I wrote in a previous post called "Fat Girl's Are A Man's Best Friend" that after years of being cool with every guy on the planet, I have been given the pleasure of learning the inner-workings of men. See, many women only interact with men they have intimate relationships with, or men they want to have an intimate relationship with in the future. Most of my girls do not have the advantage of having a strictly platonic best male friend. Well, I have too many of them. Maybe it's because my weight has allowed a great deal of men to love me without being attracted to me (so they said), or maybe it's because I am just a cool ass chick. Nevertheless I am so happy that I KNOW men. In all honestly, men are really not that complicated.

Give Him Love, Loyalty & Respect
Give Him Head & Amazing Sex
Give Him A Great Meal
Give Him Space

See.... that's easy, right? WRONG! The hardest part for many women is the idea of "space". But this could easily be corrected if women took the time and made space for more than one man in their life.

I've recently come to a startling conclusion. Most women DO NOT know how to date! Especially black women. Now, before you get an attitude, hear me out.

So many women meet a guy, like him, have sex with him (too soon) then a month later ask him "where is this going?" They get caught up into one guy without really taking the time to explore all of their options. There are so many beautiful men in the world (and ugly ones with money). Why do so many women LIMIT themselves to One Guy? It's cool to want a serious, committed, monogamous relationship. Ultimately I want one of those too. But in the meantime, why not have FUN with a bunch of different guys? What is so wrong with dating multiple men?

In my opinion, all SINGLE women should be dating at least 5 guys at a time. Its does not matter if you are beautiful, ugly, short, fat, skinny, tall. All women are sexy to SOMEBODY! Now, find 4 more and you are on your way!

Let's be clear...I said DATE! I do not mean go out and start sleeping with 5 different guys (only a hoe like me can pull that off). In my opinion, dating is when two people spend time together, doing a range of activities that allow them to get to know each other over a period of time--possibly to begin a romantic relationship. It is clear that you two may want to be more than friends, so you DATE to see if you want to make that happen.

The NBA FINALS have inspired me! This summer I am putting together my DREAM TEAM. Every single girl needs one! Personally, I am putting together a Championship Team...a wonderful group of 5 men that will occupy my time! A Championship team has players that know their individual roles and do their jobs without trying to do other people's jobs. As the coach it is my responsibility to make sure that these guys understand their purpose. Phil Jackson has won 9 championships, and I have learned a lot from him over the years. Below is my STARTING FIVE. It's up to each woman to put her own team together.

Small Forward
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The Corporate Dude
NBA Inspiration: LaBron James

For my Franchise Player, I have chosen a white collar, "corporate dude" to be my small forward. He is an all around player. He can score, he can pass, and he can rebound. Out of all of the men I am dating, his resume is the most impressive. The thing is, he is in high demand. He's young, black, successful, extremely attractive, well educated, and cultured----the perfect guy to build my team around. Unfortunately, he is aware that he is a "good catch" and will use it to his advantage. Like most Franchise players, my "corporate dude" knows his value. He is a "prima-dona" and will most certainly demand a good contract on the open market. It is also hard to re-sign him when he becomes a free agent. A franchise player has the confidence that he will probably not be traded or released, which can make dating him difficult. But, as long as he is aware that there is always a new young recruit coming to take his spot, he should be cool. Also, I will make sure that I am HIS Franchise player on the team that he is building, because trust me, his has one.

Shooting Guard
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Young Tender

NBA Inspiration: Dewayne Wade, Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson

He shoots. He scores. He's Young & Tender. Call me a Cougar, Call me a Puma, call me whatever you want ---but ALL single women should have a younger man on the team. He Shoots: Young Tender is fun, he's exciting, he's baggage free and he is not intimidated by your success. He Scores: The Sex with Young Tender is amazing, and what he does not know, he is more than willing to learn. There's no waiting for him to get it back up....it's on multiple times in one night! And another plus is that he can keep you occupied sexually so that you are not tempted to give it up to other members on the team too fast.

Center
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Sugar Daddy
NBA Inspiration: Joakim Noah

When it comes to basketball, you can't coach height...which means we all know that the only reason why some guys get in the league is because they are tall as hell. Same for the Sugar Daddy---you mess with him for one reason only..he has money and loves to spend it. As the Center, a Sugar Daddy is low maintenance....you do not have to run plays for him or give him the ball too much. But he will rebound, contribute by playing defense and getting the hustle points and second chance points. If a bill needs to be paid, or my car needs new tires, Sugar Daddy will come to the rescue. I would never ask him to shoot any "free throws' but yes to a jump ball! My Sugar Daddy is the foundation and anchor for the team. He keeps me financially happy!

Power Forward

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The Blue Collar Dude aka The Basic N*gga
NBA Inspiration: Kevin Garnett

He is a hard hat/lunch bucket kind of guy. He comes to work everyday, gives you a solid effort---he is going to put in the work and not complain. The Blue Collar guy gets rebounds, he plays defense....not flashy... just an all around working guy. I love this guy because he is also great for things that I call "man jobs". He takes out the garbage, he fixes things around the house, takes you car in to get service, screams on you if you do not get an oil change. He's a real man! He works so hard that you love to cook him an amazing meal. Now, a Fed-Ex guy is great for this position, but this summer I will go for a police officer. Every single chick should have a police officer in her city that she can call anytime she needs to be "served and protected!". Many of you may even chose this guy to be your Franchise Player, because he is sure to retire with a pension and good benefits. But sometimes this guy is not as "culturally" aware as the corporate dude, therefore I will keep him as a back-up plan. Also for clarification, if a guy does not have a checking account and prefers to go to the "check cashing place", he then becomes a Basic N*gga!

Point Guard
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Intellectual Thug
NBA Inspiration: Derrick Rose (First Draft Pick & Rookie of the Year)

I love Smart Men. I also love Thugs. It's hard to find a guy with a perfect mix, but when I do, he will be my Point Guard. Ultimately I want to settle down with a guy that can run a boardroom as well as navigate the streets. The Point Guard is my main focus and out of all the guys, has the most potential to become my boyfriend. His job is to set the tempo for the game, bring the ball up the floor, get other players involved, distribute the ball and get scoring opportunities for the team. Sometimes he scores, but no matter what he must keep the ball safe and not turn it over. He must totally understand his coach's game plan. Seeing that Point guards are usually evaluated more on their assists ,than on their individual scoring-----if he can not get the job done his behavior will get the ball to the teammate who is in the best position to score. At the same time, if he plays well, in the long run there will be no need for a team because I will settle down with him, but until then, let the games begin!

Now we can't forget about the bench!

6th Man

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Street Hustler or "Hood Rat with a Big D*ck" (yes, men are rats too)
NBA Inspiration: Steve Kerr

This guy is a one trick Pony. His role is to come off the bench when you need to change the game and score in a hurry. You can not count on him for anything else but to do what he does.

7th Man
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White Guy

NBA Inspiration: Tim Duncan

He's a solid hall of fame type player and has all the skills and abilities. Unfortunately, people do not like him or enjoy watching him play because he is so basic and fundamental----that he is a boring!

FAT BITCH!!!!

2009-05-07T17:18:00.000-07:00

Here is the FLYER for my One Woman Show called FAT BITCH!!!!

I hope that you all come out and support!

The Last Predjudice

2009-05-07T14:24:00.000-07:00

Hey guys!!! Please support David Rivera, Jr. and his new book "The Last Predjudice". It's being called a plus szie "sex in the city".......Im so excited about it........

visit his blog to get more info

http://davidriverajr.blogspot.com/

Fat Girls Are A Man's Best Friend

2009-03-11T13:54:00.000-07:00

Anyone who knows me....knows that I have always had a bunch of close male friends. Ever since I was a little girl, members of the male species have always wanted to be my BEST FRIEND. Obviously there's something about me that all men love, and I think I've figured it out.....they love my FAT!!!

Come on...you men all know you have one!!! The fat girl who you hang out with all the time, confide in her about your insecurities and fears, invite her over for quality friendship time. Sometimes she'll even spend the night.....you love to cuddle and feel the jiggly warmth of her fat rolls. And, oh my God...she actually has titties.....big ones....pretty ones....but that's just "your girl"....your "best friend", right?

She's funny, extremely intelligent and you love her! You probably even secretly want to sleep with her, but you can't...she's fat!! Not only will your boys clown you, but you know that if you had to choose one extreme, it is more important to be miserable and bored with a chick with a banging body than it is to be fulfilled and happy with a fat chick!! Plus, you can always have the skinny chick as wifey and keep the fat girl as the "best friend" because your girlfriend would never think you would cheat on her with the Big Girl!! Even though deep in her heart, your girlfriend knows that you love and respect the fat girl in ways that she will never receive..she doesn't mind because after all she's the catch!!!

Recently, a wife of one of my "best male friends" called me to see how comedy was going for me. I told her that I was trying to lose weight and she said "Girl, you ain't hanging around my husband when you lose weight. He loves you too much...and if you get "thick" I know I'm out of the picture!"

Now, I know she was just kidding...but it did make me think...while my weight has been a burden in some ways...it has also made people feel "safe." Will losing weight mean that I will also lose the coveted position of being every man's FAT BEST FRIEND?

DANGER!!! BEWARE !! All men watch out for the shrinking fat girl...you may actually fall in love!!!

Anyway, after years of being the surrogate fat girlfriend for a bunch of guys that secretly love me, but won't date me....you would think that I would be bitter, but I am not!! Actually I feel blessed because I have become an expert on men and relationships. See, I get to know the inner workings of men in ways that no skinny chick ever will. Men tell me everything!!! Even things that their boys will never know about them, they tell me. From my close male friends that work on wall street or play professional sports all the way to my home boy that works in construction, I have the heart of men. I may not get the sex, but I get their respect and love, which many times is more than the women that come and go in their lives ever will.

As a joke, a friend of mine forwarded me an ad on Craigslist. A guy, who is shy and not able to meet women, wanted a BBW to be his wing-man! He actually put up an AD asking for an attractive full-figured woman to go with him to bars and help him meet woman. Ofcourse I could not resist applying for the job! Not because I was really interested, but because I wanted to know why he wanted a fat best female friend.

He told me that full-figured women are much more easy going. He is a former college athlete, who plays ball overseas and he was tired of model chicks because they were high maintanance. He said he enjoyed the company of big girls, and that skinny women also like having big girls as friends because they are less threatening.
So I asked him "If you like the personality of a BBW, how about you put up an AD to date one?"
He responded "Damn, I never thought of that!"

GO FIGURE! (no pun intended!)

I recenlty started attending a fitness bootcamp with a wonderful trainer named Aja Davis (www.ajadavis.com) One day while running around the gym, I realized that I have the possibility to lose more than just weight. It's not just the size of my waist that will change...my relationships...and the way people relate to me will change as well!!!I love all of my male friends....I've been one of the boys so long that I don't know how to be anything else. What will I do if losing weight also means losing the place I have in my boys lives......in their hearts.....Am I ready for that....?

Now, don't get me wrong....plenty of men like BIG GIRLS....and I meet them all the time...so it's not like I've been some ugly duckling that gets no play. And even though most of my close male friends say they are not attracted to BIG GIRLS, many of them have found themselves being attracted to my mind and spirit...and eventually attraction to my body followed....but my weight still held them back...I know it!! So this time..the questions is not "can men and women be friends?"...but instead....Can men and former fat girls stay friends ? We shall see.......I haven't lost any male friends yet...but I did lose 5 more pounds! Thank u AJA DAVIS!!!

**And before wives start calling me...this issue does not apply to my TRUE BLUE male friends that love me like a sister. But the ones it does apply to know who they are...they are constantly offering to buy me a treadmill for my b-day!!

**And also, before you write me saying "I am a big girl, and men love to date me" I GET IT!! I date all the time, and have plenty of male fans! But this blog entry is about the guy who is afraid to go there!!! Not the ones that go there all of the time (if you know what I mean)!

Love & Laughter,
Erica Watson
www.ericawatson.com

BOOTCAMP with AJA DAVIS! MAKE IT BURN!!!

2009-01-21T12:47:00.000-08:00

What's up Babies? HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Ok...we have a Black Man in office...so no more excuses...even about WEIGHT LOSS!!!

To start my year off with a bang, I am attending a wonderful Fitness Bootcamp run by Fitness Expert Aja Davis! She is amazing.

The bootcamp is called "4x4 Fitness Bootcamp" and it runs from Jan 20th-Feb 13th at the Brooklyn Lyceum located at 227 4th Ave in Park Slope! It is 4 days a week, for 4 weeks from 6:15-7:15pm!

Aja is very dedicated to helping me lose weight! So I did a little interview with her about the importance of Boot Camps and what she is going to offer!

It is not too late to sign up for the bootcamp! Call AJA DAVIS now at 347.324.9875. Tell her that I sent you, and she may even hook u up with a deal! The price is $199 per person! YOU CAN'T BEAT THAT!!!!

Here is the interview! ENJOY! and call AJA DAVIS TODAY or email her aja@ajadavis.com

1. What are the major differences between Boot Camp, and a normal work out experience? Are there advantages to going to Boot Camp vs. working out on your own.
There are several main differences between Boot Camp and the normal workout experience or just working out on your own. 1) Pure intensity. Most people don't work out at the intensity that they should in order to get the results that they want. Boot Camp workouts are usually pretty intense. 2) Motivation. How many times have you said to yourself, 'Oh I'll go to the gym tomorrow' or 'I don't feel like doing this last set' and then quit? It has happened to all of us. But at a Bootcamp, you literally have someone over your shoulder making sure that you are giving it your all and that you complete every rep. 3) Boot Camps are fun! They are a way to either start working out or add variety to your current workout routine. You get to be in class with the same people and can develop bonds with others who have the same goals.

2. What is unique about your bootcamp? Why should people chose to attend yours?
In my bootcamp, when I say for all fitness levels, I mean it. I really strive to make sure that everyone is getting a good workout and will feel good about themselves during and after each workout. There is no military drill sargent yelling, but I will get you to do more than you ever thought you could. People often don't realize how truly strong they are until working out with me. I often give exercises where people look at me like I'm crazy and tell me it's impossible, then they do it and are so surprised and happy with themselves. I'm also really particular about your diet. I require each participant keep food journals and review them weekly.

3. Is there anything that I should do to prepare for bootcamp?
The best way to prepare for bootcamp is to clear your calendar and plan to attend to each session. Wear good sneakers and clothes that are not binding and that feel comfortable being in different positions. Get a water bottle (BPA free) and carry with it you EVERYWHERE. Make sure you are properly hydrated. Get plenty of rest. You're going to need it.

4. For a larger person ( 300+ pounds) who may face physical and emotional/mental challenges before starting a work-out program, how can bootcamp be a great start for them?
I think the best thing that bootcamp can do for them is that it shows you exactly what you can do. Like I said earlier, people are surprised about what they discover about themselves when working out. I think many people are simply intimidated and think that they just can't do it. Intimidation is rooted in fear. Fear of what they might look like. Fear of what others will think. Fear of failing. At a bootcamp, you may find yourself in group of people just like you, who are just as afraid. But, you will also look around see everyone giving their all, facing their fears and doing what needs to be done in order to reach their goals.

5. Please tell me about some success stories that you have seen either with bootcamps, or personal training.
Recently, I had a client, a middle-aged woman who was pre-diabetic and had high blood pressure. She had just quit smoking a few months ago and as a result had gained almost 30lbs. Well, I have never seen someone so determined. In her first month working with me she lost 13lbs. Every marker went down, she lost inches around her waist, arms and thighs. I had another woman who I trained privately and in my community fitness program. When she first came to me, she couldn't do a single push-up, couldn't jump rope, couldn't see her feet over her stomach. After a few months, I noticed her bounding around the room, jumping rope like a pro, and her stomach shrunk significantly. It was almost like she was a new person. It just hit me one day while we were working out. She came to me a few days later, beeming, saying that everyone at work had been complimenting her lately on how good she looked. I love that! And so did she.

6. Who is the perfect candidate to attend bootcamp? Are certain personality types or fitness levels more successful than others?
I don't think there is a perfect person to attend bootcamp, just perfect timing. Bootcamp is not for that person who is on the fence about making a change in their lives. When you decide to make that change, when you commit to your health, to your life, then bootcamp is for you. Stubborn personality types tend to do well because the stubborness can be what keeps you going when you want to give up. As for fitness levels, I think those most out of shape see the best results from bootcamps, simply because they have the most gain from starting a workout regimen.

7. Are bootcamps a new fad, or are they here to stay?
Bootcamps are definitely here to stay. People will always want to be challenged and bootcamps are way to provide that challenge.

8. Please tell me anything else you would want me to say about bootcamps, the importance of fitness...etc.....any nice quote that sums up how you feel!

The human body is built to be challenged. Even if you feel like you are in relatively good shape, you can always benefit from pushing yourself a little further. Commitment in a fitness bootcamp is an investment in yourself. Commit and Make it BURN!

"Welcome Fatties"

2008-12-30T11:54:00.000-08:00

This is a funny sketch from a TV show over in Britain!!

Have you ever been to a meeting like this before? I HAVE!!!
I went to a Weight Watchers meeting one time where EVERYONE there was skinny, and no one had ever been over a size 8!!! WTF? It was on the Upper East Side....a bunch of skinny white chicks complaining about there "fat" bodies!!!

Watch and enjoy!! It's just for fun!!!

I am a MOVIE STAR!!! :) LOL

2008-12-29T11:47:00.000-08:00

I have a feature role in a new film called "PUSH" that is playing at SUNDANCE!!! YES, it is at SUNDANCE!!! I am so excited about it!!!!

Read this article about the movie...and make sure you go and check it out when it comes to theaters.....

http://festival.sundance.org/2009/film_events/films/push_based_on_the_novel_by_sapphire

OFF THE CHARTS!!

2008-12-23T18:56:00.001-08:00

Many people ask me what the title of my blog means.
Why am I tired of being a fat girl, with a cute face?

Well, this evening I was on my way to a Weight Watchers meeting, and as I am walking to my car, I pass a truck with two guys in it. One of them shouts out to me: "Whata' G'Waan Babes....me like your size!" (Yep, he was Jamaican of course).
I looked at him like he was crazy, and then he said to me "Your face look nice!"

See, shit like that irritates me. Why can't i just be cute? Why you gotta point out that my face is cute. How would you feel if someone walked up to you and said "Damn, you have a gorgeous eye lash. No, not all of your lashes....just that one, sticking out on the end..about to fall into you eye ball...that one lash..it is amazing!" Sounds Stupid Right?

Anyway to add insult to injury, I gained 4 pounds! Now, I have not been following the program....I will admit that..but 4 POUNDS!!! WTF!!!

My meeting leader asked me what have I been doing since October (my last meeting)...I told her EATING!

She also asked me what size or weight did I want to be? I told her I was not sure, but I think I want to be a 10! I think girls that wear a size 10 are so cute....but who knows.

I know that my favorite skinny girl stores are BEBE, BCBG, and ARDEN B.

I looked on their sites and checked out the size charts!!
My current body is literally OFF THE CHARTS! I can not even get one of my titties in a shirt at these stores....but hopefully by the end of 2009 I will be able to!!!

Okay....when I start working out at Lucille Roberts, the first thing I am going to do is have trainer there measure my chest, waist and hips.

HERE IS HOW I MUST MEASURE UP TO BE A SIZE 10:
BEBE BCBG ARDEN B.
CHEST 39 38 37
WAIST 30 30.5 28.5
THIGHS 40.5 40.5 40.5

Well, I got a LONG way to go!!!!

In the meantime, here are 3 outfits from BEBE that I can't wait to buy when I am a size 10!

I am a COVER GIRL!!! Check me out!

2008-12-08T20:44:00.001-08:00

Who said that BIG GIRLS can't be cover girls?

I am on the cover of Solid Women's Magazine for December 2008, and I am excited about it! What a way to take the year out with a BANG!! This is obviously setting the tone for how my new year is going to be!!! 2009 is my year!!!

Thank you so much to Keya Odom, owner and founder of SWM.

Read the article and tell me what you think!!!

http://www.solidwomensmag.com/Magazine.html