Edamommy’s Vegan Diary: Ships a ‘soy – first day
One edamommy attempts to cut meat out of her life.
Set meat free, why don’t cha babe
Get out my life, why don’t cha babe
‘Cause you don’t really love meat
You just keep meat hangin’ on
-Adapted from “You Keep Me Hangin’ On” by The Supremes
I have to admit something. For every new challenge or adventure, I pick a theme song. There were some unfortunate choices in the ’80s when I tried out for high school cheerleading (“Eye of the Tiger”); became an aerobics instructor (“Kung Fu Fighting”); and got my first real job (“2 Legit 2 Quit”).
When I decided to go whole-hog vegan, the song that immediately came to mind was “You Keep Me Hangin’ On.” Substitute meat for me in each line and you have a new vegan anthem. Presto!
Going vegan isn’t a delayed New Year’s resolution (although I have several of those). I was not inspired by some bug-eating reality show. I don’t intend to be a top model, idol, big loser, survivor, bachelorette, geek-loving beauty or a home-improvement show host. Just a vegan for as long as I can be-gan.
-”Edamommy” Mary Talalay is a writer for KIWI Magazine
9 comments
Kudos for going vegan! Although I had to laugh when the previous post is about taking fish oil. The algae versions are just as good!
Can’t wait to hear more about your adventures – will there be a whole soundtrack to come? I sure hope so.
As for the ’80s tunes – now I’m going to have Kung Fu Fighting (with the prerequisite “HUH!” thrown in) stuck in my head. Thanks.
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This is so exciting!! I look forward to more posts about your vegan adventures :0)
Thanks for all of the comments! This is going to be a blast, espeically if nice people like you keep commenting and making great suggestions!
I will have to try the algae version of fish oil I just got back from the Natural Products Expo in California so I have a huge catalogue of campanies to research. Is there a particular brand you recommend?
A soundtrack would be fantastic. I just heard the best song, which I would have to include. It’s actually from the Charlie’s Angels soundtrack and it’s called Tangerine Speedo by Caviar. It’s my new favorite workout tune and it’s totally vegan.
Edamommy (The Vegan Mary Talalay)
I use Udo’s DHA Oil 3-6-9 Blend by Flora. Here is the link:
http://www.florahealth.com/flora/home/USA/Products/R67998.htm#R67998
I will be looking forward to reading more about your happenings. Your theme song right now is 007… your on a mission. Also, please post some more about the products you are finding. I always enjoy trying new veggie stuff. Thanks Edamommy, you rock!
Go Edamommy! I love the moniker, by the way. I will be eagerly following your journey in veganism. What was your motivation – health, animal rights, environmental, or all of the above? I am rooting for you!
“Tangerine Speedo”, eh? Well, as long as it’s not an old guy with too much McDonald’s in him, we’re safe. *chuckle*
I’m with brooklynmama – looking forward to hearing more about products! I’m definitely an omnivore, but I sure like to learn more about interesting options – especially tasty ones.
Stick with me as I reveal my reasons for going vegan and some of the cool products and websites I find (and please recommend yours)!
Same vegan place, same vegan channel.
Edamommy
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