Why Not?

It is difficult for me to understand how people can watch my progress (30 pounds since school started in August), the changes in my body which are truly amazing, and not understand how much of the difference is due to my diet. I have been vegetarian since 2002, so when I tell them that the big difference is that there's no more dairy or eggs in my diet. That I'm not exercising more, or changing anything other than taking ALL addictive animal products out of my life, I don't understand how they can be so impressed by the changes, but not be willing to give themselves the same amazing experience. None of them seem to believe that they are strong enough to do what I do. Do they think I have super powers? I have my moments when I have to remind myself why this is so important to me, just like anyone else would, but it IS important to me - important enough to keep doing. It's not like I'm deprived. I went to R. Thomas Deluxe Grille downtown yesterday for my vegan carrot cake to celebrate my birthday. Why don't other people have enough faith in themselves to know that they can do it, too?

I don't have an answer, but for the sake of the planet and their health, I hope they figure it out soon.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

I went on a trip to Myrtle Beach for a few days. Granted it was off season, but I went to three stores and neither of them had a single vegan option. I ended up having to make a pizza from scratch while I was on vacation. I was not happy. I realize it was off-season, but I don't see why anyone would want to spend time there. Maybe North Myrtle Beach is better than south.

Meanwhile, I'm having the same thing for Christmas dinner as I did for Thanksgiving dinner. I'm extremely excited because I'm also going to try making french toast for breakfast. I can't wait for morning (I'm considering making some for dinner tonight - yummy).