Happy #2, Blog!

Hey guys! A couple days ago marked the 2nd anniversary for this little cranky blog that began as a way to share my journey with the world (and gripe about it when necessary ). When I wrote that first post [here], I had no idea that this blog would become such a gift — allowing me to reflect, evolve and document my life — and, sometimes, a trial since it keeps me honest, even when I don’t want to be.

In celebration of my 2-year-old blog baby, I won’t break out a cake and force you to hear me belt “Happy Birthday” replete with obnoxious Mariah-Carey-like hand waves, but I will say thank you for reading. Seriously.

So, in celebration of you readers – new and old, cool and cranky – I offer you a chance to win a subscription to my favorite magazine ever…

Yep! VegNews was so (!) kind to offer one of my readers a year subscription to their amazing magazine. Let me break down some of the reasons why I freakin’ love this mag:

Food & Recipes! Um, yea – check out this recipe for Island Fritters [here] made with plantains. In case you didn’t know, I love plantains — I consider them, along with black beans, as part of my Costa Rican heritage and eating them makes me want to roll my r’s and break out in Caribbean dance. VegNews recipes rock! Some of my faves (ever!) include their mac ‘n cheese [here] and curry biscuit recipes [here]. They also offer general food advice (ck out this cool guide to non-dairy milk), like how to recreate your non-vegan favorites, and food product and restaurant reviews.
News! They keep ya abreast of what’s up in terms of food news, more generally (labeling news, FDA stuff, factory farming info.) and vegan-specific (new vegan restaurants opening, etc.). Currently in the news? Taco Bell being sued for allegations that its ground beef contains little actual meat. Hmm – not sure that’s a bad thing! [read here]
LifeStyle! They’ve got awesome tips on how to live greener, the scoop on vegan fashion, and tips on how to eat vegan abroad.
Book Reviews! Not much to say here. Oh yes, check out this list of “Best Books of 2010″ here. Dope.
The 2010 Veggie Awards! Every year VegNews polls their readers, and editors, and compiles the year’s best in people, food products, restaurants, make-up, & much more! See the 2010 winners here. It’s a fun way to learn about new products and restaurants.

Wanna win?! Just leave a comment! I’ll choose a winner via Random Number Generator on Wed., Feb, 2nd. Entries not considered past 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 1st.

Thanks again for reading!

<3,

The Cranky One

To see my first-year anniversary post, and video, see here.

27 People have left comments on this post

» Tricia said: { Jan 26, 2011 - 06:01:40 }

I’m getting Vegetarian Times and Clean Eating Magazine right now. I’d love to try a new one! I like to mix my eating styles with some meat and some veg meals. This one sounds great!

Happy Birthday!

» Nikol said: { Jan 26, 2011 - 06:01:35 }

Id love this Im trying to incorporate it more happy 2011!!

» Poppy @ From Fried Chicken to Tofu said: { Jan 26, 2011 - 06:01:59 }

Pick Me, Pick, Me! I love Veg News, and am always excited to snatch up the latest copy!

» Kate said: { Jan 26, 2011 - 06:01:57 }

Happy anniversary! I’ve never ever seen this magazine before – looks awesome!

» Megs said: { Jan 26, 2011 - 06:01:25 }

Hi! This may be an extremely weird comment to leave, and feel free to ignore it if it isn’t you, but I was perusing a wedding blog today and I either found photos of your wedding or your doppelganger… haha.
Here’s a link:
http://abigailseymour.com/index.cfm?postID=337

Either way, I realize this is very strange, but I could have sworn it was you!

» Mel said: { Jan 26, 2011 - 07:01:43 }

oooh, I’m intrigued by this magazine — I would love to win a chance to check it out, especially since I’ve been eating (mostly) clean now for a several months and am trying to eat greener as well! Thanks for the opportunity!

» Faith @ lovelyascharged said: { Jan 26, 2011 - 07:01:38 }

I would absolutely love an entry! I’m always down for new recipes and reading material!

PS – Happy (Cranky) B-day to the blog!

» Jana Moser said: { Jan 26, 2011 - 08:01:18 }

Hey Annabel – great blog!

» Audrey Ross said: { Jan 26, 2011 - 08:01:39 }

I would love to be picked. I just found out I have celiacs and I’m lactose intolerant. A few veggie packed recipes are just what I need. I’m also a personal trainer and I love expanding my resources.

Thanks for the blog! love it!

» Lo said: { Jan 26, 2011 - 09:01:45 }

oh darling, happy blog anniversary! Isnt it fun when your “baby” turns a new year? lol. Oh my god and that link above is your doppleganger…however, your way a way hotta sister!

mucho xoxoxo’s

lolo

» kayla said: { Jan 26, 2011 - 10:01:17 }

i’d love to win a subscription to vegnews!

» brandi@BranAppetit said: { Jan 27, 2011 - 07:01:56 }

Congrats on 2 years!!! That’s so exciting

» Melissa said: { Jan 27, 2011 - 07:01:04 }

Happy Blogoversary! I’ve read a few issues of VegNews and loved them, not sure why I’m not already a subscriber… crossing my fingers for this!

» sugar said: { Jan 27, 2011 - 08:01:59 }

wow! congrats!! happy blogiversary!! I have never heard of that mag, but would love to win!! any new ideas would be soooo greatly appreciated!

» AJ said: { Jan 27, 2011 - 01:01:56 }

Happy Bliggity Birthday! I would love to recieve a subscription — something so nice about receiving something in the mail rather than electronically these days.

» natalie (the sweets life) said: { Jan 27, 2011 - 01:01:00 }

why have i never heard of this awesome-sounding magazine? this sounds great, thanks for the giveaway!

» Sagan said: { Jan 27, 2011 - 01:01:51 }

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!! It’s always so nice to stop by your blog and see what insights you have to share with us.

Would love to win the giveaway – I’d never even heard of this magazine before.

» Karissa said: { Jan 27, 2011 - 10:01:44 }

As a long-term veggie, I’d love that subscription! That mac&cheese recipe sounds intriguing for sure.

» Emjaye said: { Jan 28, 2011 - 07:01:45 }

I’m a new follower! And apparently found you at just the right time because I’d love to win! Can’t wait to catch up on your posts!

» Charley "Porter" Bell said: { Jan 28, 2011 - 01:01:15 }

I WANT TO WIN!!! After defecting from being a vegetarian for 10 years… I miss it. So, what a perfect way to get myself informed? Thanks Annabel… for always thinking of us.

» C. said: { Jan 31, 2011 - 03:01:26 }

I’d love to win! I have always wanted to read this mag, but can not find it anywhere!!

» Heather said: { Jan 31, 2011 - 06:01:42 }

i do not currently subscribe to any food magazines but would like to – this would definitely be the one i would pick!!

» Ami said: { Feb 1, 2011 - 08:02:03 }

I’ve checked out VegNews a few times and really liked it. I’ve been (mostly) veg now for more than a year and I’m always looking for new recipes and tips on ways to make sure I’m living a healthy veg life. It would be a great way to stay on top of, well, veg news!

» Monica said: { Feb 2, 2011 - 09:02:32 }

I love VegNews!
just discovered your site- yay!
<3