I can't believe my husband agreed to go on this adventure with me, because through this process, we are going to become 100% vegan!!!! Whoever heard of a 65 year old couple , married for forty one years, ever becoming vegan at this stage of life.
Well, it all began one sunny, fall afternoon at the Common Ground Country Fair in Maine. We spotted a gentleman with a seeing eye dog and a white cane and immediately recognised him to be Bill Irwin, the only blind man to through-hike the entire Appalacian trail. Holding our stuffed sausage subs and soda pop, we approached this vibrant figure. Bill immediately put out his hand and gave us the most firm handshake we'd ever gotten. Over the next few years, we would form a close relatioship with both Bill and his wife, Debra. Their influence for healthy living has impacted our lives and the lives of our children.
Three years ago, I began a vegan/ vegetarian diet and found that my health improved so greatly, that I saw no reason to return to my former meat-eating habits. Sam, however, was a little more reluctant, for he loved steak, barbecued ribs, and italian sausage.
That is, Until now...
A few days ago, he received the phone call that no man wants to hear, "Yes, you have prostate cancer."
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This blog is going to one people won't want to miss. Ruth I did not know you were such a talented writer. I know you and Sam will enjoy Bill's recipes and sharing them with others and I can't wait to see how many lives you two will change as a result of this new journey that God has you on and I will be in prayer for you daily.
ReplyDeleteI met on the phone with Bill Irwin today and he gave me the link to your blog. I am looking forward to reading through your journey of Bill's cook book. I also became a vegan 6 years ago because I have MS. I met Bill 2 years ago and he has touched my life tremendously and has helped me to take effective control of my life. I love him dearly and would love to me him in person one day. He is a true inspiration! I have had Bill's cookbook for at least two years and I have tried several of the recipes but I really need the motivation to try more of them. My husband and daughter are not vegan's and I need to try things that they will enjoy as well. I believe your blog will give me the motivation I need :)
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