trent Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 Hello everyone- I am converting myself to a vegan after 40 yrs. of eating meat! I found this site and think that it is a great source of motivation and inspiration. My reasons? Well my wife has been a vegan for 22 yrs. I have recently started doing some research and WOW! As an animal lover alone I feel ashamed for what I have been contributing to. I have always excercised and bought into the "you have to eat chicken breasts, fish, lean red meat" nonsense. Well let me tell you, I was looking through the before/after pics on this site and again, WOW, some really amazing transformations! I am not delusional and realize that it might be difficult at first but I am determined! The more I read about the way slaughterhouses are run and the cruelty that is inflicted on these beautiful animals the easier it will be. Not to mention all the crap they pump into these poor creatures! Anyway, glad I found you guys/girls. I am going to post my Pre Vegan Pics on the before/after thread and update periodically. trent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zinzen Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 What a kick ass post, I am very happy that you have made such a desicion to do no harm.We have a great assortment of people here, with expertise in so many fields.At least your wife can help you through.Meat is not an addiction, so you wont shake or any of that.I hope that this site helps you through your transition and helps you continue with the new life you have chose.GO VEGAN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RawVgn Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 Awesome, I converted to veganism at 44 and raw vegan at 47; I had no problem switching; one day omni, the next vegan and never looked back. When I switched to raw, my health just improved off the charts. Welcome aboard! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beforewisdom Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 Trent, welcome aboard and congratulations. Check out the second link in my signature for some useful new vegan info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjohanx Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 Welcome to the forums Trent! Your intro was awesome to read. Enjoy the board! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trent Posted September 25, 2008 Author Share Posted September 25, 2008 Thanks everyone for the warm welcome. I just posted some pics on the before/after thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsorlando Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 Welcome aboard! I feel so dumb, because I just now realized you live in Florida! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veganmomma Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trent Posted September 25, 2008 Author Share Posted September 25, 2008 Welcome aboard! I feel so dumb, because I just now realized you live in Florida! Don't feel dumb, I updated my profile after you posted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trent Posted September 25, 2008 Author Share Posted September 25, 2008 Welcome! Thank you veganmomma! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 Sweet, glad to have you here dude. Having a vegan partner will surely make it easier for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liftandcode Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Welcome to our team! Great to have you here. I hope you enjoy our online community. All the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaN Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Hey buddy, you will feel sooo much better when you go vegan, welcome & all the best for your transition! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuc Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 I just have to say that I love your avatar. Also, welcome! Good pics on b&a section too, it will be fun to check on your progress. Hope all goes well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xJox Posted October 4, 2008 Share Posted October 4, 2008 Ahh... the joys of a vegan partner. Enjoy it! And welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trent Posted October 5, 2008 Author Share Posted October 5, 2008 Thanks everyone for making me feel so welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjohanx Posted October 5, 2008 Share Posted October 5, 2008 Hey Trent. How about an update! How are you coming along with the switch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trent Posted October 6, 2008 Author Share Posted October 6, 2008 Hey Trent. How about an update! How are you coming along with the switch? Hey xjohanx, it is going great bro, thanks for asking. I feel great and will post some progress photos in a couple of weeks. I am still eating egg whites but that will be the next and last thing to go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjohanx Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Hey that's awesome dude!Looking forward to the pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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