tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post8380829425905715054..comments2024-03-09T23:07:41.551-08:00Comments on Vegan Lunch Box: Mirror Image Acorn Squash SupremeJennifershmoohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08663322884550580226noreply@blogger.comBlogger124125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-63844726703675669832011-08-08T23:50:15.354-07:002011-08-08T23:50:15.354-07:00Hi Jen! Ignore the haters out there. I'm happy...Hi Jen! Ignore the haters out there. I'm happy to see you finding happiness for yourself. I, too, fell off the vegan bandwagon a month ago and I'm back to eating animal products because I don't buy the goods and no one wants to buy local organic produce. I've seen people write: since being on a vegan diet their hair has fallen out, they're weak, they're sick, and they are deficient in nutrients. There must be a connection between processed soy and illness since there are numerous claims as to the poor quality of health, and the number one substitute that people reach for is soy in the processed and unfermented form. I too am experiencing a low quality of health but it's between the vegan junk and the omni-fast-food-junk. Really. Beggars can't be choosers. Much love, Mocha.Angelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03067404434558213335noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-39813945837305453092011-06-27T10:35:35.049-07:002011-06-27T10:35:35.049-07:00I thought this was a beautiful and wonderful post ...I thought this was a beautiful and wonderful post - I was so sad somehow to read some unfriendly comments :( To me, veganism is about doing our best to live a life that is healthy and good and kind, taking into account our earth and all of her creatures. We can never be perfect at this, but the idea is to try to move toward that as much as we can - in our interactions with our food, with non-human animals, and with humans too! I have found your blog helpful in moving toward this in packing lunches and I am very thankful that and for your honesty about how you live and who you are. With much thanks and care, ElizabethElizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07349906672496112640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-52316246676936850022011-06-21T09:51:54.957-07:002011-06-21T09:51:54.957-07:00Thanks to a break in my job (public school teacher...Thanks to a break in my job (public school teacher) I finally get to catch up and was happy to read this post. Thanks for your honesty. I too was a vegan food blogger and then I began teaching nutrition. I still embrace a plant based diet, but do not veganelize (I like that word!). When students ask about veg diets I say that any diet can be healthy and unhealthy. If you are going to be a vegetarian, be a smart one and know you are getting the proper nutrition. Likewise if you are going to be a meat eater, be a smart one and make sure you get the nutrition you need. <br /><br />I appreciated reading your post and will continue to read this blog! Taking your own lunch is good economical and ecological sense!Dorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16001818777096357255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-69154274622488334932011-06-17T15:19:44.377-07:002011-06-17T15:19:44.377-07:00bravo! not a vegan anymore either - my health come...bravo! not a vegan anymore either - my health comes first. don't listen to the crazy haters! your blog was the first one I EVER read, back in early 2007 :)LizNoVeggieGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00785142908687097216noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-1426905045150682102011-03-28T07:55:01.420-07:002011-03-28T07:55:01.420-07:00(I'm a bit behind the times, but still feel th...(I'm a bit behind the times, but still feel the need to comment....)<br /><br />People who are passionate about animal rights are passionate. I doubt Jennifer was expecting 100% support in her decision. People have different reasons for eating plant-based so there are different motivations at play for some.<br /><br />I am a bit saddened by your decision - it's hard to imagine how animal products would be necessary in someone's diet....but I'm not living your life and I'm certainly not in a position to judge. I'm just glad you are going to continue to promote vegan lunches. <br /><br />And most of all, I'm glad that you are happy. You deserve it. :) Keep up the good work.Meridithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17765448242394803560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-5048807624324028832011-03-16T20:50:36.252-07:002011-03-16T20:50:36.252-07:00I have been following you blog for many years now....I have been following you blog for many years now. Not to mention I own two of your books. I'm so proud of you and all that you have done for your family and (very importantly) your self. Do what you feel is best for YOU and not what people think is best. I will continue to follow your blog as long as you keep writing in it. Love you girl!Gitchiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05135145178138687176noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-75231399833691807952011-03-14T22:36:37.089-07:002011-03-14T22:36:37.089-07:00Wow!
I'm glad you're doing well, and glad ...Wow!<br />I'm glad you're doing well, and glad your life is going in a direction that makes you happy.<br />I'm sorry for all the drama! <br /><br />You have not only made vegan meals easier and more appealing to the masses, but you have focused on lunch boxes, meaning that many of the vegan meals you have inspired have been prepared for CHILDREN. These children will grow up thinking that vegan food is tasty and awesome. <br />In doing this, you have done more for the vegan cause than the folks who only preach to the choir, so thanks. <3Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-63713434042378918162011-03-10T15:54:36.271-08:002011-03-10T15:54:36.271-08:00Your blog is awesome and inspiring, your honesty i...Your blog is awesome and inspiring, your honesty is awesome and inspiring... I have been following you since about 2006 and I've loved getting to know you.<br />Congratulations on finding health and happiness!Lady Applesaucehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08886589490740784233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-20345375168506613662011-03-09T08:46:25.145-08:002011-03-09T08:46:25.145-08:00Aw, thank you so much, gila, for all your kind wor...Aw, thank you so much, gila, for all your kind words! You've made my day!! :-)Jennifershmoohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08663322884550580226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-35101054870771051392011-03-04T12:59:43.377-08:002011-03-04T12:59:43.377-08:00You continue to amaze me. As a long time silent lu...You continue to amaze me. As a long time silent lurker, I have to say something. I stopped looking at your site when you vanished for a while, but I wanted lunch inspiration today; instead I just found inspiration, period. I'm a long time reader - from the first months of Veganlunchbox - who went from a) loving the recipes but feeling put off by thinking of you as a perfect mom with a perfect life, finding the shmooisms gushing and twee (though when my kids were very little, I bet I was exactly the same) to b) admiring and liking the virtual you immensely when you wrote so honestly of familiar struggles, being married to a meat-eater, or shmoo at one point having weight issues - and then showing off those gorgeous tattoos - that was it. Hooked. Fabulous healthy meals from a fascinating woman. Now I peek in and read this (obviously, I've been missing out for a few months) and I'm just speechless at your honesty, integrity and the elegance of your writing. Your partner is lucky on so many fronts (and I trust you're lucky as well!) I hope you and she and Shmoo are all thriving. And as always, every photograph is mouthwatering. I''m not vegan - not even vegetarian, I'll always eat fish and very occasionally a little meat. But coming to your site always leaves me revved up to stick to veggies and grains more than I might otherwise. I wish the judgmental in this crowd would realize how many meat-eaters lives you've touched and changed, they should be applauding you, not chastising. Veganlunchbox never seemed a place to me for Vegans only - that's why I keep coming back, and as long as you're posting, will continue do so, rooting for you.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10717423083946681547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-8468180416020819012011-02-16T17:33:37.347-08:002011-02-16T17:33:37.347-08:00I had to add a comment to the "we're all ...I had to add a comment to the "we're all adults and we can choose to eat whatever we want" attitudes.<br /><br />Um, that must be nice. We're solidly in the middle class, BUT we have food allergies in the family. My daughter cannot eat gluten, dairy, or peanuts. My husband cannot eat dairy. I cannot eat crustaceans. My mother (who lives next door)cannot eat any legumes (that means no peanuts, no soy, no beans). Suffice to say, we don't eat out much. And we make a lot of food from scratch. And we eat meat, especially if we're eating all together. But with no dairy on the menu, if we eat meat-free, we typically eat vegan.<br /><br />I have adored your lunch books because with two dairy allergies, the standard cheese and yogurt lunch suggestions don't fly. <br /><br />Thank you.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06257306985418107438noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-18156586210409389002011-02-16T06:18:01.915-08:002011-02-16T06:18:01.915-08:00Jennifer, It is not easy to change your label and ...Jennifer, It is not easy to change your label and you seem to have done a lot of label-changing lately (vegan to nutritatrian, married to divorced etc.) I am happy to see that you chose to follow your heart. <br /><br />We are all different, and what works for one person might not work for another- you chose your way based on your health and happiness- that is great. <br /><br />I love your books and your blog posts, and despite me being vegan, I will continue to follow your blog. <br /><br />I chose to be vegan from health and ethical reasons, but I do not enforce my way of life on anyone. When people ask, I tell them about my choice in a respectful, non-judgmental way. In fact, my husband used to be an avid meat-eater. As time went by, he transitioned to eating less meat and now he is a vegetarian. The point is, he got to it all by himself. I was there to provide awesome food and information, but he chose it on his own. That is how things should be.<br /><br />You made your choice, and you are happy-- that's all that matters right now. None of us--not even vegans--have the right to judge you for what you eat or what you choose to do in your life.<br /><br />Best of luck to you and I hope to see some more delicious meals soon!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-59512449380889581292011-02-01T20:35:45.516-08:002011-02-01T20:35:45.516-08:00I've been watching your blog on and off for th...I've been watching your blog on and off for the past three years or so, and I've always loved it. I am so impressed with this post. Lifestyle diets like veganism and vegetarianism are really, really important parts of someones life, especially if they've been at it for years. I'm not a strict anything, but it's been about five years since I ate 'mammal' meat, and I can't even begin to imagine how hard it would be if I realized I had to start eating it again to help my health. Plus you have tons of followers, so that's a whole other pressure I can't wrap my head around. I know it's not the same thing, but I hope it makes sense. I really, really admire you for making a change that's best for you, despite all the pressure around you, and for posting about it here.<br /><br />I really wish you luck with your girlfriend, your son, and just everything in particular. I'm very happy for you, and can't wait to see more from your site, as always.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-70367664521247441832011-02-01T16:08:46.027-08:002011-02-01T16:08:46.027-08:00Good grief - this is one of the most hijacked comm...Good grief - this is one of the most hijacked comments sections I've ever seen. Jennifer, you are a better woman that I - I would have moderated those comments right into oblivion. Congrats on your relationship! How exciting - how is Schmoo dealing with the changes? I'm glad you're happy. I am a vegan 10 months out of the year. In July and August, when I train and race in triathlons, I consume a daily serving of red meat. I learned this about myself (after being vegetarian for 15+ years and vegan for 10+) three years ago, after collapsing on a training ride. My iron stores were completely shot. And I am a mad greens eater. Anyway, I am glad you are doing what you need to do to feel your best. Please, oh please, get rid of the negative posts. What's the point? Stop hogging the airwaves, you nay-sayers.<br />All my support,<br />EllenEllenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13599350032073143948noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-37387175518880757672011-01-30T14:02:18.585-08:002011-01-30T14:02:18.585-08:00Dear Jennifer,
I have been reading this blog off ...Dear Jennifer,<br /><br />I have been reading this blog off and on for a few years now. I wish to express my condolences that things did not turn out as you'd hoped when you got married but I rejoice for you that you are happy and pursuing a path that will lead to more happiness. <br /><br />You don't write much personal information on the blog but whenever your husband was mentioned, I hoped you were getting what you needed from that relationship because he certainly did not sound supportive of your concern for nutrition (Not that I would judge how your marriage was based on a infrequent blog comments, but I did hope for you happiness).<br /><br />Thank you for continuing your blog. It is quite inspirational.<br /><br /><br />KKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04701078537900767775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-37503747606286560662011-01-27T00:35:10.587-08:002011-01-27T00:35:10.587-08:00Hi - can you please email me the pear cozy in both...Hi - can you please email me the pear cozy in both knitting and crocheting? Thank you so much - so cute, adorable!!! seanderson1027@hotmail.comUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09920864930775710781noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-6878041599044487512011-01-15T00:46:22.660-08:002011-01-15T00:46:22.660-08:00I'm a little late to the party, but it's s...I'm a little late to the party, but it's so good to see you posting again! <br /><br />Congrats on finding a supportive, loving relationship! That is not an easy thing to find and I wish the two of you much love. <br /><br />Peace!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08002059908382985962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-65209346863034791122011-01-09T21:09:11.818-08:002011-01-09T21:09:11.818-08:00I love your recipes and your blog! I just made an ...I love your recipes and your blog! I just made an acorn squash soup and posted it to my new blog. I'd love if you'd check it out and try the recipe!<br /><br />http://agirlandavitamix.blogspot.com/~ A Vegan and a Vitamixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17362845113185178500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-63617210464204432322011-01-06T21:02:51.006-08:002011-01-06T21:02:51.006-08:00Awwww Jen, this is so sad to hear (the not being v...Awwww Jen, this is so sad to hear (the not being vegan part, congrats on the finding new love etc). <br /><br />I think a lot of people realise that not all vegan foods are healthy (eg. oreos), and that most sensible people who are not supplementing their diet adequately need to make some adjustments, and not have a 'live by the sword, die by the sword' attitude to veganism. <br /><br />However I am upset to see such an icon as yourself (someone who I have looked up to for a while), no longer promoting veganism with the passion that you once did. <br /><br />I hope you will reconsider and continue to live an animal friendly, healthy and happy life.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01292400746048293404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-75716719454374544472011-01-06T13:58:34.416-08:002011-01-06T13:58:34.416-08:00I'd like to thank you for your wonderful recip...I'd like to thank you for your wonderful recipes and congratulate you on your new relationship. As a vegan cookbook author and blogger, you did a great job of helping to educate people who might otherwise have packed factory-farmed meat and dairy products in their kids' lunches, and your recipes have inspired even long-term vegans to create healthier, home-cooked meals. You've also modeled honesty and courage in "coming out" about your choices. However, I can't support the idea that a totally vegan diet is unhealthy, nor that humans should put their own convenience over the rights of animals. I am vegan because a plant-based diet is healthy for me and for the environment; most importantly, though, I am vegan because I feel compassion for other creatures. While you have every right to take care of your own health and happiness, I can't personally support your choice to eat meat and dairy products. For this reason, I will not be returning to your blog or buying your cookbooks, but I do wish you well.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06878755733310237082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-35860459739862194052011-01-01T15:10:58.516-08:002011-01-01T15:10:58.516-08:00While I agree that many vegans are not healthy and...While I agree that many vegans are not healthy and will eat vegan junk food which is not the best choice, I don't think that being a nutritarian excludes veganism. The diet discourages the consumption of animal products. It definitely is not stated in the diet guidelines that any animal products should be consumed and the writings explain that plant foods are much healthier than animal foods. I have looked into the diet and I find it to be a goal worth reaching for but it is even stated that the nutritarian diet can be vegan as long as care is taken to get the correct nutrients (all vegan diets should strive for this). A vegan diet that is based on whole foods will fulfill nutrient needs, and the nutritarian diet is based entirely on whole foods.<br /><br />That being said, your diet is your personal choice and I myself have struggled with health issues so I understand that you need to do what is best for you. I'm a vegan but I am not one who will reprimand others for their diet and life choices. I own both Vegan Lunch Box cookbooks and thoroughly enjoy them. As long as your recipes are vegan, I will still frequent your blog.<br /><br />Congratulations on your new relationship and I hope you are successful in your quest for health!Tomdanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16392620204114766712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-79084407474956989202011-01-01T02:05:16.023-08:002011-01-01T02:05:16.023-08:00Geesh...some of the post you have got sounds like ...Geesh...some of the post you have got sounds like you would have turn to omni. <br /><br />I just peaked in to see if there would be post for the new year and happily found two new postings from you. And wow what news...happy to hear that you are happy and even more happy to see new postings. I hope that we see new stuff from you in future more. This blog has been inspiration to me and still is. I'm struggling with my own lifestyle choices with diet and other things too just now and it's great to see that someone has courage to be what she is even knowing that there will be bunch of judgmental people giving their two and half cents. But happy to see all that support what you have got too. <br /><br />Happy new year and hopefully there will be more blog posts during next year!hallyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17758416355162585688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-34623804098214541032010-12-29T10:37:00.057-08:002010-12-29T10:37:00.057-08:00I am adding nutritarian to my vocabulary. I think ...I am adding nutritarian to my vocabulary. I think it is important to eat healthy but not be a vegannazi--adding that one too! Great information on your blog. Thanks.J.Q. Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15716884449812228490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-54589021856091559322010-12-28T10:19:20.308-08:002010-12-28T10:19:20.308-08:00I'm a little conflicted reading this post for ...I'm a little conflicted reading this post for a couple of reasons. I've recently become vegan and your blog has helped me to see nutritious and tasty ways to eat without eating animal products, but I don't share your belief regarding animal products not being unhealthy (and thus being healthy) but also, I agree than vegan doesn't automatically equal healthy. I could eat a lot of potato chips, remain vegan and have consumed a lot of crap.<br /><br />I don't believe you're copping out as some commenters do, and you have to do what is right for you, but I will admit a little disappointment in hearing you're going back to animal products. I agree that the processed/refined sugars and starches are bad for us and I also choose foods processed as little as possible for that reason. I've become even more conscious what goes in my body and how I choose to live since becoming vegan - it's heightened my awareness of my world and my part in it.<br /><br />I won't presume to know what's right for you - no-one can, and we can only make the best choices for ourselves that we can. I hope your choices in what you consume do work for you, though - what we eat based on what our bodies tell us was the way I've always tried to live, and if you feel good about what you're eating, then good for you, even though I do disagree with parts of it.<br /><br />I'm super-happy to hear about your new relationship, too! Good for you, and I hope you're both enjoying being together. Your previous partner doesn't sound at all supportive, and I'm sorry you had to deal with that.<br /><br />I'm still a fan, though - that won't change - and as long as there are animal-free recipes here, I'll be cooking them. Thanks for your very candid sharing, and being brave enough to stand up for what you believe in, especially in the face of folks who do disagree.Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08327759981746126014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16132334.post-79012149918465409512010-12-25T01:53:41.881-08:002010-12-25T01:53:41.881-08:00brave and bold post.
and in the words of my fathe...brave and bold post. <br />and in the words of my father who taught me so much...<br /><br />"and above all else... to thine own self be true"<br /><br />(he borrowed them from someone else.)<br /><br />bravo and yay for you!!!!jan in nagasakihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08087138043199494280noreply@blogger.com