The Green Earth Girl

Vegetarian week is out of the way, and compared to what I was thinking, it was pretty much a breeze. Vegan week is another story. In anticipation for these weeks, I’ve planned most of my meals ahead of time so I have the right ingredients (always important), but also so when I get home from work and I’m hungry, I have a plan and I’m not tempted by any non-vegan treats around the apartment. Tuesday threw a curveball into the plan, but you know what? That happens in life. Read the rest of this entry »

So I’ve come to the end of Vegetarian week, and all-in-all, not too bad. This weekend, and eating out, was slightly easier than I thought it would be. There were a few bumps in the road (see Saturday night, below), but I didn’t touch a bit of meat all week. Read the rest of this entry »

So the first two days weren’t so bad. But then again, I’m pretty sure I’ve gone two days without meat before just by accident. I’m a little nervous about what the next few days will bring, as I settle back into my routine. So far, the only thing I miss/crave is sushi. Read the rest of this entry »

So this is it, I’m actually going to do this. Vegetarian week shouldn’t be too hard. I love eating meat, but it’s never been something I’ve craved. The boyfriend is happy to participate this week, but he has already signed up for red cross relief for vegan and raw weeks. Here’s how my first few days have gone: Read the rest of this entry »

January is a time of new beginnings and, of course, new resolutions. In my effort to become a better cook/food writer/organic chick, I’ve decided to explore the various dietary lifestyles chosen by many of my organic colleagues. I will try them both as culinary endeavors and as healthy ways of living, which is to say I want to see if they help me cook and feel better.  Read the rest of this entry »