Just wanted to say hello to all my "heros". I have been a vegan for 1 year, I WAS a vegetarian for 15 years prior. I joined PETA, Mercy for Animals, and several other groups. I have not purchased, eaten or used any animal products in one year now. I have never felt better, or been happier. Every day I feel like a hero for all the animals that I love. I am just so sorry it took me until age 34 to do this! I NOW know that "vegetarian" was not enough, not for me anyway.
The transition to vegan was pretty easy. There are great dairy substitutes on sale at many stores. I am IN LOVE with the "Tofutti" brand and I am crazy about "Veganaise". These products make life worth living!
In the past year, I dropped 40 pounds and I am now at my correct body weight. This is a FIRST for me...in my whole life! My doctor is amazed at my health. Health is just a bonus for me...I do this for animals.
The downside? My father doesn't speak to me. He called me a "tree-hugging PETA WHACKO.". Not that he was my "rock" to begin with...he has always been sort of "absent". It still hurts none-the-less. I gladly save 100+ animals a year, without his support. It is more than worth it to me.
I also get tons of "eye-rolling" from friends and family. I personally believe they are jealous. They know I am right, and they are envious of my health, mind, and body (which is looking pretty damn good lately!)!
Oh well....just wanted to say hello to all my fellow vegans. I am here to write to, anytime!
Stacey

Welcome Stacey!

Being active in something you believe in is an empowering and invigorating feeling. I'm glad you found us and I hope you have many more great discoveries along the way!