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I was once called that by a partner I had years ago. I realized that I was just being who I was, and that people had to accept me for it. Screw the people who don't accept you for you- they're missing out on a great person!!!
Oh goes! No problem! I find it odd that gyms and doctors use it- as it's been proven to be completely inaccurate! Plus- I think it's COMPLETELY skewed! My stick thin friend is "normal" based on her BMI- NO. WAY! hehe!