With this website, I originally wanted to help change the stereotype of what vegan food tastes/looks/feels/smells like and to persuade non-vegans into a more compassionate lifestyle. I’d like to think it’s actually working… even if it is just a little bit.
But, one thing I never envisioned happening with this blog is that I would become inspired to be a better, and more informed, advocate for veganism. Since I began writing this blog all the way back in 2009, I have come into contact with many individuals and organizations who are admirably passionate about helping out animals and the planet. Check out my blogroll and resources page… which is merely a fraction of the discussions going on around the world. The internets are awesome.
Call me a crazy, radical, hippy, animal-lovin, treehuggin freak (that pretty much sums me up), but I want my two awesome kids to grow up on a healthy and thriving planet. And, I would like the planet to be around long enough for my grandchildren’s children’s children to enjoy it. For this to happen, though, we all need to make some changes. Yep, all of us. And, I guess that’s why I’m blogging my recipes.
One majorly important step you can take right now to help out the planet (and all the adorably sweet animals residing here) is to go vegan if you are not already. At least just think about it. I promise, it will be one of the best decisions you have ever considered making. In the meantime, let me tempt you with my delicious vegan foods….
If you are already vegan I sincerely hope you enjoy and learn a new technique or recipe every now and again from my postings. I absolutely love discovering new foods from fellow vegans, and I hope to inspire you all as well.
Please feel free to share in the comments section. I love reading comments… even gripey ones (at least I’m getting your attention, eh?). And, although I appreciate a great debate every now and again, the comments sections of my latest cookie post is no forum for drama… I do moderate extra crazy talk.
Oh yeah, I was diagnosed with celiac disease in December of 2009, so all the recipes are not only vegan, they are gluten free too… but I didn’t want to change the whole blog to Manifest:Vegan:Gluten-Free. It just doesn’t sound so hot.
So, if you are a vegan, an omnivore, a vegetarian, celiac, or you just like good food… welcome! I hope you enjoy.
~ Allyson
If you are really interested in learning a little more about why I do this here blog – please check out Jaime K’s interview with me! I love this gal… go and subscribe to her blog while you are at it!
