vegan food pyramid adapted from recommendations made in “A new food guide for North American vegetarians” (2003) from the American Dietetic Association (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Earlier this year I wrote about my dabbling with being vegan part of the time, and whether I am vegan or not vegan.

More importantly to me is that my best friend as of tomorrow will have been vegan for 1 year.   As I have mentioned before, my friend is a true believer; she is not an occasional vegan, but is always faithful to her values and beliefs even when it’s not easy. For example, last Friday night, I observed her at a birthday party at an Italian Sports Bar.  The bar/restaurant is not vegan friendly, but she still managed to find a choice.   Personally, I will never be 100% vegan, as I am unable to give up cheese and I like meat in small amounts but I respect my dear friend and congratulate her on her one year anniversary.