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Veggie Mom,The Queen of Green

Veggie Mom, The Queen of Green
by Tracy Williams
I'm a feisty, busy, curious and opinionated vegetarian Mom of two typical teens, trying to live the vegetarian life in small-town Nova Scotia. I've got a serious hate on for broccoli, a fondness for wine, a weakness for reality TV, and a tendency to open my mouth and stir up a controversy every once in a while.

The Top Five "Meat Substitutes" As Voted on by Moi

I ate meat for the better part of thirty-five years, and I certainly didn’t give up eating meat because I didn’t like the taste of it. So, pre-packaged meat substitutes have played a big role in our transition to a meatless lifestyle. These days, you can find a vegetarian substitute for just about e ... click for more

on 01/11/2009 09:05AM

Veggin' Out in 2009!

Recently, I was asked a question about becoming a vegetarian: “I would like to begin eating a vegetarian diet in January. I've tried it a few times before but didn't feel good physically so began eating meat again after a few days. Do you have any suggestions on how to begin eating a vegetarian diet ... click for more

on 01/02/2009 01:34PM

The Post in Which I discuss the State of Your Poo...(And Why You Should Care...!)

Y’all may not know this, but I am currently studying to be a Registered Holistic Nutritionist. I must say, all my studying lately into the ins and outs of good digestion is giving me a new appreciation for poo. Yes, you read that right, I said POO. Indulge me for a moment.... . As it turns out, the ... click for more

on 12/30/2008 09:31AM

Three Great Reads for 2009

One of my favourite moments on Christmas day happens long about 2 PM. The big dinner is over and cleaned away, the kids are off in a corner playing with whatever gift most tickled their fancy, and my darling husband is leaned back in his recliner, snoozing off the wine he had with dinner. And me? I’ ... click for more

on 12/19/2008 09:33AM

My Visit to a Battery Cage Egg Farm, and Why I Haven't Eaten an Egg in Seven Years...

About seven years ago, (when I still ate eggs, by the way) I had the dubious "privilege" of touring a local egg farm that used battery cages to house its laying hens. Ninety five percent of eggs produced in this country are produced from chickens confined in battery cages. The way I came to be allow ... click for more

on 12/15/2008 09:16AM