Day Twenty-Six

Four days left. Man, it's going by faster than I imagined. I slept way too long today. I don't feel bad physically because of it, but I personally don't feel right about it. I need to make sure I get up earlier tomorrow. Which, is kinda hard when I stay up late. (Long term goal: Get to bed earlier; get up earlier.)

I have some new announcements today; ya know, besides being four days away from breaking my fast and moving into my (mostly) raw diet. (I should just say: essentially vegan diet.) Much of it stems from my night with Gary last night (he's feeling much better, by the way) and watching Forks Over Knives again. It really got me thinking... should I eat animal food products for the rest of my life? I know I can, but I also know that they can cause cancer, heart disease, and a whole slew of other problems in the long run.... should I?

My response, and Gary's, was a resounding no.

I've decided that my New Years Resolution will be to be completely vegan by the end of 2014 (and to exercise more, but we all try that--right?). This will be a major accomplishment for me (if I manage it). All my life I thought vegans and vegetarians were unhealthy. I was exposed to supposed ones and balked at their unhealthy skin, low energy, and (let's face it) dis-likable disposition because they were so against anyone eating meat---mostly because of animal treatment (I hate PETA, by the way). However, when I watched Forks Over Knives, I was exposed to an amazing MMA fighter who was a hard core vegan. His body was solid, his energy was high, and he looked happy. His recovery time was amazing, according to him. It was then I realized, like with most things, there is a wrong way to do something... and a right way.

I'm going to do this the right way.

Gary doesn't do soy products because it lowers testosterone. I'm a woman however; soy would be fine for me and very healthy. I could do it. I might end up missing cheese, but I won't miss meat. 'Cause, folks, let me tell you... Black beans look super yummy as a burger patty.

We talked about a lot last night. We made major decision about our future. Let me be clear though, this isn't about saving animals. It's about saving ourselves. It's about being healthy and mindful. Helping animals is just a bonus byproduct we're both happy to contribute to on another level.

Please don't be sad for me, those of you who think I'm crazy. Root for me, cheer me on, and wish me well. This is something I do for me and a better life. And I'm happy about it.

I hope that you keep reading, rooting, and wishing me well. And please don't miss out on my new blog for a sustained healthy life at Hooked On Healthy because this blog will eventually end in January when this diet goes to another level completely.