hi everybody ! I am new to VBBF and this forum . I also live in the south-east of France (Provence) but also spend time in the northwest in Brittany. I have been vegetarian for 26 years ( for ethics) . I once was vegan, ( 3 years back in the end of the 90's). I have been tansitioning to a vegan diet for a few months. I am a trail/endurance runner but I also am into fitness. I have come to this site to share ideas, points of view etc. with vegan/vegetarian athletes from all over the world and also to find support amongst open minded and like minded people. People like you Robert, Derek ( and his little family), Brendan Brazier, Scott Jurek, Rich... are my inspiration. Fran