Growing up in a family with eight kids, my life has always been hectic. There's a 25 year age difference between my oldest and youngest siblings, so my family has always had something exciting going on, whether it's a wedding, a science fair, or the birth of a new child. Throughout my first eighteen years …
When You’re the Only Vegan
One of the reasons why I delayed going vegan for so long was because I didn’t want to be a burden to my family and friends when I wasn’t cooking for myself. I thought it would be too much to expect others to make something for me when so many dishes my family loved contained …
Ten Foods That Are Surprisingly NOT Vegan
Since I went vegan six months ago, I have done a lot of research -- and I mean A LOT. I've Googled "is _____ vegan" so many times that my phone automatically fills it in for items that I've never looked up before. Most of the time the result is exactly what I'd expect. However, …
What I’ve Learned from Six Months of Being Vegan
This past summer, I chose to become fully vegan. This decision completely changed my life. It has taught me determination, self-advocacy, and sympathy. I am much more aware of my impact on the world, and I am now working my way to minimalism. It's crazy to think that I've been vegan for six whole months! …
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