The best way to care for your skin is through a healthy diet that minimizes processed foods and a healthy lifestyle that minimizes stress. This is true for all parts of the body. Even though I do these things, I…
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Hair Care
I have always struggled with my hair care. I have curly hair that started to go grey when I was in college. Most hair care products are intended for straight hair and no one really knew what to do with…
Lip Care
I am always asked about the personal care products I use. Sharing the brands I like is fun, but everyone is different. What I like and works for me may not be the best option for someone else. For example,…
Hotel Riu in Bahamas
Hubby and I save up all our celebrating for birthdays. We don't buy each other gifts or plan anything special unless it is with friends or family for other holidays. This way we can go over the top to celebrate…
It Tastes Different
One expression I hear a lot is that vegan food tastes different. I am also asked frequently if vegan food tastes different. There is no easy answer to this question. Many non-vegans eat vegan food every day and don’t think…
My Vegan Dog
Happy world vegan day! This is my Shiva. She is named after Vandana Shiva, the ecofeminist. Shiva is a rescue and was homeless before the shelter picked her up. Being homeless led her to eat everything. I am serious when…
Vegan Family Vacations
We all need vacations! Especially parents. And vegan vacations are fantastic. Lots of time focusing on relaxing and not on where to find the next vegan meal. Some cities are better at this than others and sometimes a fully vegan…
Deer Run B&B
One of the very best vacations I have ever experienced, especially as a vegan, was at Deer Run Bed & Breakfast on Big Pine Key in Florida. It has been over a year since this vacation, but I still vividly…
Chocolate Warning
Ugh. The last thing I want to think about is chocolate making me sick. Apparently over 50% of supposedly vegan chocolate could contain a large enough amount of dairy to actually cause a reaction. http://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Suppliers2/FDA-finds-some-dark-chocolate-includes-undeclared-milk/?utm_source=newsletter_daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=12-Feb-2015&c=ifTHnLnYlytl%2BJh0%2FX2AxbKUAd5WHaVU One more reason to stick…
Weight Loss
Even vegans can cary a few extra pounds than they want. Many new vegans loose weight and others are able to maintain healthy weights. The new vegans are often just getting accustomed to the new diets and not fully balancing eating,…
An Everyday Vegan 