Catti-Brie Posted October 7, 2007 Share Posted October 7, 2007 I wanted to post an intro before I just jumped in and started posting. I'm Catti-Brie. I've been vegetarian for a long time, but vegan for about a year. I honestly don't know why I didn't do it sooner. The food is tastier and I feel much better all around. It's also allowed me to go off my diabetes medication, which has been a blessing, especially considering I've always been fit and always felt it was unfair that I developed type II diabetes despite never being unhealthy. Anyway, I've been seriously into lifting and fitness for about ten years or so. I'm a certified personal trainer (NASM, NSCA, ISSA), but I don't do anything with that. Instead I'm about to start on a masters/PhD program for clinical psychology. I am also a writer and trying to get my second book finished and published, which happens to be a vegan cookbook. (The first book never got published... it's a really, really bad novel sitting on my hard drive for eternity.. lol.) I am a yoga nut, love to lift, hike, and do any type of cardio that doesn't involve droning away on some machine. I have a husband and a son and some wonderful dogs. Anyway, hi. I'm looking forward to getting involved here. I've been on a few other fitness boards over the years, but since being vegan I find it harder and harder to relate to those crowds, so I'm really excited to be a part of this board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zack Posted October 7, 2007 Share Posted October 7, 2007 Welcome to the forum. You are accomplishing a lot! That's great to see, congrats on getting off the medicine as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warlock Posted October 7, 2007 Share Posted October 7, 2007 Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted October 7, 2007 Share Posted October 7, 2007 Welcome Catti-Brie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 7, 2007 Share Posted October 7, 2007 Welcome to the forum...I think your background will benefit a lot of us here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted October 7, 2007 Share Posted October 7, 2007 Welcome to our group! Our community seems to get stronger all the time. We appreciate you joining us and hope that you have a fun time on the forum and hope you get to know lots of our members. All the best and welcome aboard! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubby2112 Posted October 7, 2007 Share Posted October 7, 2007 Welcome Catti-Brie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markc7 Posted October 7, 2007 Share Posted October 7, 2007 Welcome (from another clinical psych PhD student). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catti-Brie Posted October 8, 2007 Author Share Posted October 8, 2007 Thanks for the welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xdarthveganx Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CollegeB Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Welcome! Where are you pursuing your degree? Are your dogs vegan too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catti-Brie Posted October 8, 2007 Author Share Posted October 8, 2007 I'm going to the University of Arkansas. Previously I went to the University of Maryland. No, my dogs are not vegan. I haven't yet made the switch because I'm reluctant to do so until I've done all of the researching that I can on it so as to make the absolute best decision for them and their health. One of them was a rescue that has very fragile health due to all of the abuse she went through and I'm really hesitant to make the switch to vegan for her, especially. If you have any resources you can direct me to, I'd like that. Do you have vegan dogs? I've heard so many things for both sides... and of course, when you ask the vet about it they look at you like you're nuts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xveganjoshx Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Welcome to the group! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flanders77 Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Welcome aboard! Great avatar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Veganitaliana Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 I'm going to the University of Arkansas. Previously I went to the University of Maryland. No, my dogs are not vegan. I haven't yet made the switch because I'm reluctant to do so until I've done all of the researching that I can on it so as to make the absolute best decision for them and their health. One of them was a rescue that has very fragile health due to all of the abuse she went through and I'm really hesitant to make the switch to vegan for her, especially. If you have any resources you can direct me to, I'd like that. Do you have vegan dogs? I've heard so many things for both sides... and of course, when you ask the vet about it they look at you like you're nuts. Welcome! Hope you enjoy it here! I'm a vegan mom too, plus I have two vegan dogs that are doing great! The book "Obligate Carnivore" by Jed Gillen is an excellent resource for explaining how and the importance of veganizing pets. I look forward to chatting with you. Ciao Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted October 10, 2007 Share Posted October 10, 2007 Welcome!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odidnetne Posted October 10, 2007 Share Posted October 10, 2007 Hola. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessifly Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Hi Cattie-Brie! Welcome! I look forward to reading your book when it gets published! I love Vegan cookbooks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsorlando Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Hi, it's great to have you here, and I also can't wait for your vegan cookbook! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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