When I decided to write an Awesome Vegan Athlete series, I chose to start with Arian Foster of the Houston Texans for several reasons. For one, football season is just wrapping up, so this is a good time to write about Arian’s success during the regular season. Another reason was that I loved his attitude. […]
Death in the Family: A Sad Goodbye to Lois LaBonte
I have sad news to report. My aunt, Lois LaBonte, died last week. After four months in the rehab center, where she had been since her fall in September, Lois has finally moved on to a better, happier place. I’d like to thank all of you who have offered your encouragement, support, and prayers. I […]
Roasted Seitan and Vegetables with Quinoa. #Vegan Recipe
I finally went for my second run of the new year this morning. When I first woke up, I didn’t think that I was ready yet. I still felt congested, my throat was a little sore, and I still felt kind of crummy. But, one look at Penny convinced me to at least try. She […]
Two Vegan Recipes: Spicy Lime Soup & (another) Tofu Scramble
I (frequently) say that I love a good tofu scramble. I hadn’t made one in a while, I think because in my mind I think of it as a breakfast dish and I rarely have time to spend on breakfast prep of anything more complex than oatmeal or a smoothie (and even that’s pushing it). […]
Two People, a Community, a Brain Tumor, and a Miracle
Yes, a Miracle Can Happen Two People This is first a story of two people, Amy and Jeff. They are friends, lovers, athletes. One of those couples that seem perfect together, have so much fun, are so caught us with each other, yet at the same time are kind, wonderful friends to everybody. They are […]
Welcome to the World! My First Grandson!
I am very excited and proud to announce the birth of my first grandson, Samuel Lee. He was born this morning at 1:11 am to my son and daughter-in-law, Nathan and Sarah. He weighs in at 7 lbs, 9 oz, 19 inches long. The whole family is doing fine. I should point out that I […]