Fatjoe:
Has anyone ever been caught padding by a family member, or someone they know?
I was caught once by a family member when I first started padding a long time ago, and it was embarrassing and exciting while at the same time.
Yes. I had just come back from running errands (going out in public looking like a total blimp is pretty hot, I recommend it!) and was in my apartment just in time to have my roommate come into the kitchen just as I was entering. He looked at me with a puzzled expression and asked 'Have you gained weight?' I told him 'No.' and was telling the complete truth XD.
