Hi! I’m Vanessa and I love vegetables, cooking, traveling, and running. I have been vegetarian since 2005. I went from only knowing how to make Kraft mac n’ cheese and only eating Kraft mac n’ cheese to being an avid consumer of broccoli, tofu, and other things that picky eaters despise. There are still random things that I refuse to try (peanut butter and jelly… I’m sorry, I can’t do it). Every day I try to introduce new foods (yes I am still kind of a seven year old) and slowly I am expanding my food list. I now eat things like kale, tempeh, and coconut milk that I would have never understood years ago. Ah, the veggie life.
I have submitted contributions to these fabulous sites:
V is for Vegetables 
Thanks for the follow! 🙂
Hi Vanessa, I just wanted you to know that I nominated you for the Sunshine Award… one that is given to “bloggers who positively and creatively inspire others in the blogosphere. You are not obligated to accept the award…but I hope you do. Please check out the link belowhttp://livingbeyondorganicmom.wordpress.com/2012/05/02/sunshine-in-my-soul/?preview=true&preview_id=208&preview_nonce=f50854b54c
Thanks for thinking of me, Celina!
My pleasure Vanessa! 🙂
I can’t believe that is Indianapolis! Amazing picture! Also, I have the same mug as your cover photo 🙂 LOVE!
I love my mug too!
Just wanted to leave you a little note to let you know that I have given you the “One Lovely Blog Award” and the “Sunshine Award” for having such an awesome vegan blog! Check out the details here:
http://adventureswithveggies.wordpress.com/2012/07/22/awww-shucks-now-youve-made-me-blush/
Thanks for having such a great blog! =)
Julie
You. Are. Awesome. Thank you so much Julie! I’m honored that you thought of me for both awards!
You’re very welcome! =)
Hi Vanessa! I am a fan of your blog and your incredible recipes 🙂 and I am nominating you for your blog with the One Lovely Blog Award. I hope you participate 🙂 details are here: http://eatpraybake.wordpress.com/2012/07/29/one-lovely-blog-award/
I am honored! Thank you so much for taking the time to think of me!
Hi there! I’ve tagged you for the Vegan Hope Relay! Check out my latest post for the details! (it’s easy.) Love your blog!
Hi! Thank you so much! I am truly honored (and I apologize for my delayed response)!
peanut butter and jelly is the worst thing invented since they invented sliced bread. No jam/jelly pairing has saved this sandwich for me
I agree. Even though it seems like a perfect veggie-friendly option, I just can’t get myself to enjoy one! Thanks for visiting!
Hi Vanessa! 🙂 I hope you are having a great day. I wanted to let you know that I have nominated you for a Sunshine Award. Here are the details – http://madeofstars1.com/2012/11/21/beautiful-sunshine-is-very-inspiring/
Ah I am just now seeing this! I am so flattered. Thank you, Ally!
You are very welcome Vanessa 🙂
I’ve nominated you for two awards, so please pick them up at http://chefdoru.wordpress.com/2012/12/02/what-a-week-part-ii/
Ah! Thank you so much!
Hey Venessa, I am a vegan since birth. And I loved the passion which u have for vegetables!! 🙂 read your blog! Good job! yesthisisdiya.wordpress.com is my blog. I Welcome your visit. Cheers!
Thanks for sharing! I will definitely visit and thank you for your kind words. Love that you have been vegan for so long!
Hi Vanissa! I’m so glad I discovered your blog! I’ve been vegan for almost a year and a lot of your recipes look wonderful. It cracks me up that you’ve never tried peanut butter and jelly, however. Are you serious – not even when you were a kid? I still do peanut butter and jelly on rare occasions when I’ve got absolutely no groceries. Anyway, love your blog!
Thanks for visiting! I’m glad you enjoy the blog. Yes, I’ve never had pbj but I should probably try it! Nice to “meet” you!
Hi Vanessa, I want to nominate you for the Shine on Award 🙂
http://eatpraybake.wordpress.com/2013/06/23/shine-on-award/
I consider you part of my WordPress Family; and so I’ve nominated you for a WordPress Family Award! http://milesforthought.wordpress.com/2013/08/21/wordpress-family-award/
Just passing along the Versatile Blog Award to you! If interested please visit the link: http://tohealthblog.wordpress.com/the-versatile-blogger-award-2013/
Thank you! I am flattered 🙂
Hey! I really, truly like your blog – so I’ve nominated you for a Versatile Blogger Award (http://bit.ly/IfDVc2). I know you have tons of those, but I couldn’t resist. Keep up the good work, and hope you’re having a fantastic week! Ana
Hi Vanessa! Great blog and what beautiful pictures. I invite you to take a look at my blog: http://veggiechica.com . It consists of Latin inspired vegetarian recipes but most are vegan or can made vegan with a few easy changes. Hope you enjoy.
Thanks! I will check it out!
I share your vegetarianism but not the veganism; I hope that doesn’t put me on the outer …? I certainly share you love of cats: I ADORE cats. Looking forward to reading a lot more yummy posts from you, Vanessa. 😀
Hey, I really like your blog, and I’m so glad I came across it this morning! Mittens and Cricket look adorable, I need some critters in my life!
Looking forward to seeing what else you come up with, I’m loving your recipes so far 🙂
Aww thank you! Yes, they are good little kitties 🙂 Enjoy!
Hey there! I nominated you for the Liebster blogging award, if you’d like to participate 🙂
http://queenofzucchini.wordpress.com/2014/10/06/the-liebster-award/