Guest guest Posted June 16, 2006 Report Share Posted June 16, 2006 We along with a couple of Indian Families in our community, are the only Vegetarians close by. It doesn't bother the any of us, to be asked questions or for folks to think it is a funny idea. We love to encourage folks to try it. Let them know about all options for Veggie Meats and how much healthier it is. Some folks have just never really given it much consideration, but aren't rude to us either. Just someone making different choices than they have. On the kids ball team, they always make sure there is something at the team party for my girls to eat. We've found most are very considerate. Judy - Donnalilacflower Friday, June 16, 2006 11:14 AM Re: Re: Newbie Questions I can't make an excuse and let them off that easily. (:-) Donna moonspritetopaz <moonspritetopaz wrote: It seems easiest to say " my doctor has advised me not to eat meat for health reasons " . Non vegs are more accepting of this explanation. Meg was " grilled " (lame pun, sorry) at a recent graduation party about being veg - one woman wondered what her mother thought of her eating habits. I wish I could have seen their faces when she said " my mom's vegetarian too! " Cyndy When I get older losing my hair, Many years from now. Will you still be sending me a valentine Birthday greetings bottle of wine. If I'd been out till quarter to three Would you lock the door, Will you still need me, will you still feed me, When I'm sixty-four. Source:Batles-When I'm 64 Paul turns 64 this weekend!!!!!! Talk is cheap. Use Messenger to make PC-to-Phone calls. Great rates starting at 1¢/min. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2006 Report Share Posted June 16, 2006 We certainly have no problems when asked about being vegetarian. I have offered helpful information/advice to others. However, we are in rural Pennsylvania where hunting and fishing are the norm. Opening day of buck season is a school/work holiday Some folks even seem offended that we would choose to be vegetarian! I like to think I'm making an impact simply by living my life healthfully - a living example of what I believe. Cyndy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2006 Report Share Posted June 16, 2006 Sorry if anyone else posted any of these answers, I didn't really have time to read through them. At places like Applebee's try the appetizer menu. But they are not always the healthiest, like mozzarella sticks. You can also just get the meat taken out of dishes. Like the Fettuccini Chicken Alfred, just ask for it with no chicken. (Of course if you're a vegan this doesn't apply – b/c dairy. Maybe get the meat taken out of salads, I don't know.) Don't worry about people giving you a hard time. People always do that with new ideas or when people are starting out. Once they reliaze they can't shake you up, and that you know what your doing, they let it drop after one or two criticisms/concerns. A good book that explains dietary concerns is " Vegetarian Times: Beginner's Guide " It also has a section about how to answer questions asked to you by non-vegetarians/vegans. Which is pretty heplful. I wish I had it when I started! And it has some recipes. (Though mainly vegetarian ones, I think.) Hope this helps. -Ko , Vicki Becker <vickisdesigns wrote: > > I have only been a vegetarian a short time with an occasional slip > when nothing else was available to eat. Apple B's has nothing > vegetarian that I could see and that's where everyone wanted to eat so > I choose the grilled salmon I need some restaurant tips for sure! > > We ate out at a very nice Japanese restaurant a week or so ago and I > had a very nice meal. I felt almost attacked by the other people > around the table, however. I didn't make an issue of what I ordered > but was questioned by people. One lady asked " So you don't eat ANY > meat? " I said no I don't..... and then she said " So you just ate > vegetables grilled on the same grill as meat was cooked! " I really > didn't know what to say as I am a fairly new vegetarian and haven't > read up enough yet I guess????? I said to her I was eating vegetarian > for health reasons not political reasons. My vegetable were actually > grilled almost first. The chef cooked the shrimp and then my > vegetables. I really didn't know what to say..... I have actually > decided to go Vegan after reading The China Study recently. This same > lady also stated she didn't eat meat that had 4 legs.... she eats fish > and chicken. > > My question is or request actually..... Can anyone recommend any good > books for becoming a vegan? How to respond to people, recipes, ect.... People > (including relatives)are making me feel like I am doing something > strange and they are making this very difficult for me. > > I joined this list because I think I need some education on the life > style that I have choosen. > > > > -- > Best regards, > Vicki vickisdesigns > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2006 Report Share Posted June 16, 2006 ROTFLMAOOOOOOOOO Thanks Whitney I needed that!! Diane , whitney <starrypryncess wrote: > > I just don't understand why people care that I don't > eat meat... it drives my boss crazy he is so offended > by it even though I have never talked about it to him. > He even questioned me at lunch today in front of a > group of people because Whole Foods won't sell > lobsters anymore. He said what does it matter if they > are comfortable on " death row " . I just ignored him and > continued with the conversation I was already having. > I mean I don't ask him why he wears lumberjack shirts > everyday do I or why does he have a dumb haircut? Why > does he care what I eat for dinner... I am not cooking > for him! > > Whitney > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2006 Report Share Posted July 25, 2006 Hi, my husband and I are interested in starting a raw foods only lifestyle, we rarely eat meat or processed foods, I always cook from scratch. Here are my Questions, Is this safe for my children or should they eat a different meal than we do? Is Vinegar a raw food? Is milk or yogurt allowed for this lifestyle? Where can I find recipe ideas for free online or by mail? Thanks in advance for your time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2006 Report Share Posted July 25, 2006 Growing children need even more nutrition than adults so, by all means, raw food is the best way to go. There's lots of information out there for feeding children raw. Victoria Boutenko's http://www.rawfamily.com/ should give you a wealth of information. The most important thing is to start the whole family out right and avoid a lot of the pitfalls. Vinegar can be distilled which makes it not raw but there are raw vinegars available. It is fermented which makes it " rotten " food. Some people eat raw yogurt and raw milk but they aren't raw vegan. For recipes, there are lots here>> http://snipurl.com/tv6a. They aren't all optimal but they can get you started. I hardly ever fix recipes any more but I did at first. They are good for when the cravings for cooked food hit, though lots of sweet fruit will do the same thing and be more nourishing. Tommie http://www.rawburchard.blogspot.com rawfood , " hkk1998 " <hkk1998 wrote: > > Hi, my husband and I are interested in starting a raw foods only > lifestyle, we rarely eat meat or processed foods, I always cook from > scratch. Here are my Questions, Is this safe for my children or should > they eat a different meal than we do? Is Vinegar a raw food? Is milk > or yogurt allowed for this lifestyle? Where can I find recipe ideas > for free online or by mail? Thanks in advance for your time. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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