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Almost 70 per cent of British Columbians say conservation and environment issues are very important to them as voters, according to a recent survey the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society's B.C. chapter (CPAWS-BC).
"British Columbians want the province to focus on safeguarding nature, and to prioritize wildlife and habitat protection," says Bruce Passmore, executive director.
READ MORE: B.C. leaders tested in the only TV election debate of 2020
Key findings of the survey found the vast majority of respondents want the province to protect 25 per cent of B.C.'s lands and ocean by 2025. Currently, less than 14 per cent of the province is protected.
"The question now isn't whether or not we need to take action, it's what will the next government actually do to drive conservation forward in B.C.," says Passmore.
The survey also found 86 per cent of respondents want the province to increase investment in B.C. Parks. While the 2019/20 the operating budget for BC Parks is $41 million, the province recently said they will increase funding next year by $5 million.
Yet, the Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia is asking for a budget increase by $60 million to help with rising visitation, more staff hires and upkeep park infrastructure.
READ MORE: Staycations: Survey finds parks provide local getaways despite pandemic
Between 2014 and 2019, visitation to BC Parks increased by 23 per cent.
CPAWS-BC said it's calling on all parties to prioritize wildlife conservation, habitat protection and work on building a cohesive plan for a healthy coast.
"B.C. has a reputation for being bold, and we hope to see politicians stepping up to the plate with bold commitments during the election period and beyond," says Passmore.
Recently, students in Revelstoke were able to ask a question via video to the provincial leaders. The question asked each of the candidates what was their climate action plan. The leaders responded via video on Youtube.
The provincial election is Oct. 24.
CPAWS-BC survey was conducted online between Oct. 3 and 8. Responses were collected from 1,041 British Columbians, with a 95 per cent confidence level and a margin of error of three per cent.
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On Chaos, Fine Matter & The Immaterial.
From a Theosophical point of view, the whole body of the Stadsarchief Amsterdam represents the three basic evolutional stages; chaos, fine matter and the immaterial. The dark, syenite foundation of the building signifies the lowest level of cosmic evolution from which all forms emerge. From the solid base rises the concrete skeleton hidden by the façade of interlaced yellow bricks and purple granite. To the Theosophist yellow is equal to gold and represents the sun and male cosmic power, the purple symbolizes the moon and female cosmic power. In this sense the façade realizes one of the most important principles in H.P. Blavatsky's (founder of Theosophy and the Theosophical Society) work The Secret Doctrine; the cosmic creation rising out of the chaos. This is called the fine matter or Svabhavat. Finally the massive glass roof that rest on top of the building, letting the light reach all the way down to the central court embodies the spirit or the immaterial. The immaterial is the highest level of cosmic evolution and brings everything to life through astral light (imagine all the employees working on the ground floor of the building still being able to get a glimpse of sunlight). This brick spekkoek is not just a fireproof vault; it is the manifestation of cosmic evolution.
[by Olga Nordwall]
Light in 'De Bazel'
Bazel's unique architectural form was greatly influenced by the American architect Frank Lloyd Wright as it conveys a feeling of harmony and balance, with hidden religious influences in its simple organic form de Basel achieved to combine modern architectural ideas with ancient archetypes.
The glass ceiling of the building creates a sense of transparency as it leaves space for an everlasting game between light and darkness to be played within its chambers. In de Bazel sky is the lightest element of the building nearly unreachable source of luminosity then you have the last floors escalating like Japanese rice fields, 3 floors down , allowing thin air occupy most of the space in between. As you go down its round stairs the light becomes dimmer due to the stained glass that covers the windows, leading to the basement of the building where light slightly becomes less and less as you go further down, until the only source of light is artificial, asphyxiatin (being smothered) between the close walls of the basement, the spaces become smaller and the air thicker.
From the outside de Bazel seems like a close fortress contrasting with the true inner nature of the building, containing hidden beauties and mysterious qualities, stands and talks for itself as the great architectural piece that it is.
[by .............]
Checkout that amazing table.
I wanted to write you something about the amazing table in the Italian room/italiaanse zaal in de Bazel but I could not find any information about it from the internet and I missed the name of the designer, help me out please!
I think the contrast of something so modern with the rest of the room (18th century style Italian landscape murals) is a very cool effect. Since the weird Italian room quite stands out from the whole building and it's style, placing such a minimal design table there was a brilliant move who ever then did it in the later years. I also had to think about a connection to the glass stairs (by Claus & Kaan) down to the archive that the guide was so enthusiastic about.
[by Katja Hannula]
Amsterdam City archives
Amsterdam City Archives was first built to be used as a bank, and it was not until 2007 that the purpose of the building changed to host the city's archives.
The building was designed in 1919 by de Bazel and was finished at 1926, three years after de Bazel's sudden death.
Its unique architectural form was greatly influenced by the American architect Frank Lloyd Wright as it conveys a feeling of harmony and balance, with hidden religious influences in its simple organic form de Basel achieved to combine modern architectural ideas with ancient archetypes.
The glass ceiling of the building creates a sense of transparency as it leaves space for an everlasting game between light and darkness to be played within its chambers, the glass ceiling also supports the contrast between the inside-outside impression since when you look at the building from the outside it gives the feeling of claustrophobic space but in contrary to its illusive form when you enter the space a feel like you re in the middle of an open space.
The building was officially declared as a national monument in 1991 for its distinctive formal values by the Dutch government.
[by Clair Bamplekou]
Balanced architecture
Amsterdam Archive building. A creation of Dutch architect Karel de Bazel in which each and every measurement and size are dedicated to the proportions of the human body. However the architectural tradition which seems quite unique for that period, takes its roots back in the ancient times…
The philosophical approach, formulated in 5th century BC by the Greek philosopher Pytagoras, stating that "Man is the measure of all things", was further developed by the Roman architect and theorist Vitruvius, who created a famous code of human proportions, describing how a well-built man fits with extended arms and legs into the most perfect geometrical figures (circle and square), which was supposed to be the basis of temples and churches of those times to be able to give a person a feeling of balanced architecture.
This principle greatly inspired Leonardo da Vinci, who in the 15th century made a famous drawing of a vitruvian man as an attempt to relate human body to nature and architecture, as well as trying to define the ideal Renaissance church.
At the beginning of the 20th century, continuing the research of da Vinci, Le Corbusier created his modular, an anthropometric scale of proportions, based on the height of man with his arm raised as an attempt to discover mathematical proportions in the human body and then to use that knowledge to improve both the appearance and function of architecture.
In his own way, based on theosophical approach, de Bazel also set out in search of universal harmony and balance for his work on the Archive building. In the lay-out of the building he used a raster of rectangular's of 3,2×3,6 meters, in other words 8/9×9/9, which reflect the proportions of the human body with and without head. A result of it – a building, which feels comfortable, inviting and truly made for a human-being!
[by Anastasia Starostenko]
personal architecture
What is fancy about building De Bazel designed by Karel De Bazel is the whole ideology he put into forms, patterns, outlays and finally the facade of the whole construction. He believed in harmony and balance in life so its projects, expressed his personal feelings and confessions. Noticeable is how every detail has been refined and his travels to Indonesia rebounded imprint on the inside of this building here. I liked the idea concerning the architecture as a bridge between cultures, beliefs. Coming into the building, despite not knowing the architect's plan was to feel the atmosphere of stability and peace. It seems to me that you have to have an amazing sense of form to achieve this effect. It is almost like being a good psychologist. Because of the openness of architect's mind the building he constructed could be very easily called a place of a surprise and admiration but also curiosity. Indeed, when you keep moving between the rooms, halls, you almost get an impression that you are in a museum. The idea to place the archive there is the more accurate and suits his concept better than it did for the bank that was originally there, I guess.
[by Agnieszka Zimolag]
Bazel Civilization
The Bazel is not only a building, but also furniture! I had been visiting the Bazel before, but this time the guide was putting a particular accent for the furniture "designed by De Bazel". Not only tables and chairs, but also coffee cups, inkwells, the colors of the walls. Everything inside the building was made on purpose to fit in the building and consequently I imagine the people looking like the building too! I personally find really contemporary the idea of making such big project and follow it from the beginning until every final detail (or almost, because Karel de Bazel was dead in 1923, just before finishing the project). A "total" architecture that keeps together the whole environment inside it. It makes me imagine at the creation of a new civilization where all the tools are thought in a way that consequences and growth are predictable. It sounds science fiction, but it's what happen when design is perfectly designed. In the Bazel furniture, colors and objects have differences depending on the level of importance of the person they were made for. Most of the differences are details that say "we are almost the same, but my chair has a more comfortable seat" or "my table is bigger". That's why the hierarchic system of the bank, De Bazel designe, required respect and strict definition of roles. This is not difficult to understand for that time (early '20s), but weird to realize in the proud voice of the giude talking about "the desk set for the president manager, a bit more black of the others desk sets, designed BY DE BAZEL".
[by Sara Cattin]
De Bazel
Vijzelstraat number 32. the front of this huge building is covered completley with construction frames. Workers are shouting.
Karel de bazel is responsible for this.
Enter the 1920s. Look at this beautful wooden floor! Elegant white. Sunflooded. A sealing out of glass.
"karel did this all by himself!" i love our guide, she fits the building.
Shocking from the outside and so sensible from the inside, like everything in this cityarchive; the cellar, massiv tresor doors.
Esotherik painted sealing.
" de bazel designd everything in here, thats a gesamtkunstwerk!" " de bazel designd everything in here, thats a gesamtkunstwerk!" i love our guide.
But she loves karel.
Black marmor. Dark green walls. Thats the chef etage. Now a days you can get married here.
This going back way back into time. 1920s and stylishe lightswitches. De bazel is a craftsman he knows his bussines. This is love for the detail.
He died before the building was finished. True romance. he would be proud.
I am.
[by Martin Kaehler]

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Bible Unmasked ARCHIVE
May 12, 2018 Service: Show Me Your Love
Theme: Spicing up Your Love Life
Key text: https://www.bible.com/bible/59/1CO.9.19-23.esv
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Andrew-Craig Nugent
Pastor Andrew-Craig Nugent is currently serving as the Associate Youth and Young-Adult Director of the Florida Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. For the previous 11 years he served in several local churches as associate pastor, district pastor, and Youth and Young Adult Pastor. He is married to the former Melissa Johnson, who owns and operates a mental health therapy private practice. Both Pastor and Sis. Nugent are graduates of Andrews University. They have two growing young boys – Nathaniel and Joshua who are currently in grade school. Pastor Nugent's favorite bible text is Proverbs 16:9 – "A man's heart plans his way, But the Lord directs his steps."


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Adam Hughes, JG Jones and more join Mark Waid on CAPTAIN AMERICA 701 & 702
Plus, your first look at the cover for Captain America #702!
The year is 2134, and the legacy of Captain America lives on…not only shaping the future of the country, but the future of Steve Rogers' family! This May, series writer Mark Waid will be joined by Leonardo Romero (Hawkeye) and a host of superstar guest artists such as Adam Hughes, JG Jones, Chris Sprouse and Howard Chaykin, as Captain America's storied history in the Marvel Universe is spotlighted in an all-new adventure told through the eyes of Steve Rogers' grandson!
But this seemingly perfect utopia isn't exactly the America Steve Rogers dreamed of…
"For the PROMISED LAND storyline, because it takes advantage of the entire history and legend of Captain America, we deliberately constructed the issues to allow us to take advantage of contributions from special guest artists," said SVP and Executive Editor Tom Brevoort. "So along with Leonardo Romero, who's doing the backbone of the story, we'll have sequences in #701 by Adam Hughes and JG Jones, and in #702 by Chris Sprouse and Howard Chaykin. #703 and #704 will have their own guest contributors as well—but we'll keep those under wraps for the time being!"
Don't miss the next incredible arc of Steve Rogers' story starting in CAPTAIN AMERICA #701, on sale this May!
Written by MARK WAID
Art by LEONARDO ROMERO with JG JONES & ADAM HUGHES
Cover by MICHAEL CHO
On Sale 5/2/18
Art by LEONARDO ROMERO with HOWARD CHAYKIN & CHRIS SPROUSE
Cover by MICHAEL CHO
On Sale 5/16/18


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The State Palaces and Gardens of Baden-Wuerttemberg at the CMT
Baden-Württemberg without its historical beauties is unimaginable: The palaces, monasteries and gardens shape the image of the southwest. And they are among the most visited destinations in Baden-Württemberg! At CMT, the big tourism convention in Stuttgart, the State Palaces and Gardens of Baden-Wuerttemberg will showcase its current offers and visitor highlights from the 2019 annual program. As in previous years, the State Palaces and Gardens will have a large booth at the center of the Baden-Wuerttemberg hall. And as always, from January 12th through 20th, 2019, the State Palaces and Gardens booth will offer an exciting program for visitors to the convention.
At the center of the Baden-Württemberg hall
The State Palaces and Gardens will again have a central location at the CMT tourism convention in exhibition hall 6. As usual, the large booth will provide up-to-date information on visitor experiences at the regions palaces, gardens, castles and monasteries, such as the statewide "Palace Adventure Day" on June 16th. 2019 is all about the theme "Fairly close friends: with sword, charm and wit. France and Southwest Germany". This year's theme for the State Palaces and Gardens will be accompanied by a year full of discoveries at the region's historical monuments. Starting in spring, the program of events will include festivals and markets, special tours and lectures, exhibitions and many more exciting events.
Annual theme "Fairly close friends: France and Southwest Germany"
The CMT booth will also introduce the annual theme: At the center: a throne, representing the Kingdom of Württemberg, and the eventful past shared by the two countries. Visitors will learn about German-French history through illustrated characters; they can even join in. Selecting a "Memory" from the light display invites visitors to partake in a playful translation quiz. At the traditional "ring-the-bell" game, visitors to the booth can win free tickets on all activities. Men and women, dressed as charming ambassadors from previous eras, provide information on their palaces—such as the Ludwigsburg and Rastatt Residential Palaces as well as other monuments—so that visitors to the convention can imagine what it would be like to be a guest at one of the historic monuments.
Collaborating with big-name partners
The collaboration of the State Palaces and Gardens with TMBW (Tourismus Marketing Baden-Württemberg) and the Südwestrundfunk has been a success: "We are pleased that three institutions have come together here, whose task is to showcase the region and its charm," said Michael Hörrmann, Managing Director for the State Palaces and Gardens. As part of this collaboration, the State Palaces and Gardens will present informative and entertaining programs four times a day and raffles will be held on the big SWR show stage at the center of the Baden-Wuerttemberg hall at different times.
SSG Exhibition booth: Booth number 6F52, Hall 6
CMT 2019 opening hours:
January 12th – 20th, daily 10 am – 6 pm, ticket office closes at 5 pm.
More information at: www.messe-stuttgart.de/cmt


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"[Jonah Freeman & Justin Lowe] did this long before Breaking Bad was popular," a Marlborough staff told an eager gallery goer who was busy eating up Stray Light Grey, the duo's installation. The piece transforms the gallery space into a completely unrecognizable series of dust-covered rooms, like a paean to underground culture. I've never heard "artists did it before a TV show" as a selling point, but sometimes we take what we can get in the cultural relevancy department.
At Marlborough, the artists, and a series of innumerable assistants, have inserted all sorts of period rooms ranging from a neglected trailer park bathroom, a deserted dentist's office, and a decrepit art gallery office. They did something similar with Hello Meth Lab in the Sun (2008), a faux-meth lab amusement park of sorts, but never to such an all-encompassing degree. There's upstairs and downstairs rooms cobbled together from well-crafted knick knacks like airbrushed cakes, Matisse-brand paint thinner, a crab claw sculpture, and heavy layers of dust and spray foam that give the rooms an unmistakably musty smell. Breathe deep, Stray Light Grey is a long way away from anything else on the block.
There's no way not to get lost in the array of objects scattered throughout. I got nervous, thinking maybe if I knocked over a roll of toilet paper or put my thumb on some dust, that I'd be screwing up an artwork. It's hard to tell what's art or not in the installation, and that makes for a pretty enjoyable ride, even if you're left empty at the end.
We don't want to give you too many details about Stray Light Grey, but just so you know how gonzo this exhibition truly is, we've given you a slideshow with dozens of images. All photos courtesy of Anthony Espino.


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How New Workers Can Build Financial Independence
How new workers can build financial independence
The key to a successful career launch is to begin with a solid financial foundation. If you or someone you love is a new graduate or a young person at the beginning of their career, this might seem easier said than done. Setting goals, negotiating for a position, or figuring out your desired salary range involves more than taking the first offer that comes your way. But these are important considerations to start your career off right.
One of the most common mistakes with money is when people make decisions based on emotion, rather than fact. In the case of negotiating your first job, for instance, this means you could agree to a salary without really understanding if it will support you.
To help determine what you need to live and thrive, create a budget of your needs and wants. Include essential categories like housing, groceries, transportation (either public or your own vehicle), utilities, taxes, debt repayment, etc. Then add in categories for your wants: entertainment, dining out, and travel, for example. Also, how much of your annual salary do you want to save for the future? Many professionals recommend saving a minimum of 20 percent of your income.1,2 A great way to start is to estimate six months of expenses and save that much as an emergency fund. Dip into the fund only to deal with unexpected expenses, like your car breaking down or losing your phone, and then replenish it afterwards. Once you know your numbers, you'll be in a better spot to make your first career choice based on your financial facts, not emotions.
With your budget in place, now you can develop your income range. Start with a number that meets the minimum of your expenses and savings and work up to an amount that would allow you pursue your long-term goals, like going to grad school or a down payment for a house. Study the current salary of entry level positions in your chosen field and match them with your budget. If your dream job falls short of your budget by $10,000 per year, can you line up gigs or a side job to meet your needs?
As you formalize your first job offer, consider the package of benefits beyond the salary. For example, a potential employer may offer disability insurance. Perhaps this seems unnecessary for a young, healthy person, but emergencies can happen. In fact, one in four workers in their twenties today will have to stop working for a period of time due to an accident or illness.3 Disability insurance can supplement your income during recovery. Be sure to read the fine print, however, because oftentimes employer policies only cover a percentage of missed income. In this case, look into buying an individual policy. Some individual disability policies even help cover your student loan payments. As a recent graduate, it is important to protect your income now, when your student loan debt is at its highest.
Over the past several years, more workers are openly discussing their compensation packages with their colleagues.4 Whether you choose this route is up to you, but what matters is that you talk with someone you trust about your financial reality and strategy. Recent graduates might have access to a career development office, for example, which can help you create a budget and negotiate your first salary.
You can also work with a financial professional to talk about what you need to begin, as well as where you'd like to go in the coming years. They can help you set goals for the short and long term and build a strategy for reaching them. And if you enjoy this kind of planning, you might consider getting on the other side of it and becoming a financial professional. As a financial professional, you will have more control over your career path, life and income all while helping others live the lives they want to live.
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Questionnaire Study on Medullary Thyroid Cancer Open to MTC Survivors
06/2013You are invited to participate in a research study investigating possible causes for Medullary Thyroid Cancer.
As you know, Medullary Thyroid Cancer (MTC), is a relatively rare type of Thyroid Cancer.
Researchers at Yale University School of Medicine and Yale School of Public Health in New Haven, Connecticut are investigating some factors which may be involved in causing Medullary Thyroid Cancer, and are enrolling subjects in a study currently underway, the Thyroid Health Study.
Because of the relative rarity of MTC, the researchers are particularly interested in including as many individuals as possible who have been diagnosed with Medullary Thyroid Cancer.
Study participation would involve filling out a questionnaire about some aspects of your environmental, occupational, dietary and medical history, and filling out a booklet asking questions about your usual diet. You will also be asked to return a saliva specimen to be used for DNA analysis, using a container that will be mailed to you along with the other study materials.
There is no cost associated with participation, and you will not receive any compensation.
Your participation is important in the continuing effort to find out how to prevent or reduce the occurrence of Medulllary Thyroid Cancer.
If you are interested in study participation, please e-mail your reply to the study coordinator, Helen Sayward at email@example.com. If you have any questions about the study, call (203) 764-9079, or toll-free at (866) 598-2775. If you express interest in participating, a consent form for you to sign and return as well as other study materials will be sent to you.


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Sylvester Stallone Wants To Pursue Painting Again
Sylvester Stallone wants to pick up the paintbrush once more. The Rocky star revealed on Instagram over the weekend that it's "about time to start painting again."
Stallone, 76, gushed about his love of painting in the caption alongside a carousel of vibrant, abstract works he composed. "What is wonderful about painting, it's similar to writing a short screenplay, but instead of words, you use strokes and colors to tell your story," Stallone shared with his 15.9 million followers.
It has been a few years since the Tulsa King star shared his artwork with fans, with the last time being in November of 2021. The actor shared an image of a rendition he made of the Rocky IV poster alongside a raving review. At the time, he humbly wrote, "the Rocky poster painting is just me having fun."
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The actor, who is known for playing strong male leads even presented a painting titled: "When Love Hurts" on Instagram in June of 2020. He wrote of the piece: "This painting represents the tumultuous sea of emotions one must navigate to find lasting love…"
Sly even has an art page on Instagram, though his last update was from January 2021. His artistic talents go way back, even before he became a legendary actor. He posted one of his paintings dating back to 1974 before he wrote the script for Rocky (1976) because he "wanted to have a mental image of him in my mind." He added that "the eyes tell the story."
Actors Who Appeared in Both DC and Marvel Movies
With so many movies being based on the comics from DC and Marvel, these studios are always in need of actors to star in their respective films. The popularity of these brands has routinely allowed studios to attract major names but has also helped to turn lesser-known actors into huge stars. Because DC and Marvel movies have such a pull, actors seem willing to take any role, no matter how big or small — with some double-dipping into multiple projects. Below is a list of the many actors that have starred in both Marvel and DC movies and TV shows:
Saldana has spent the last several years in the MCU, but she was in a DC movie called 'The Losers' before that. Saldana made her MCU debut in 'Guardians of the Galaxy' as Gamora and reprised the role in the sequel and the last two Avengers films. She will be returning to the role for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 as a Gamora from an alternate timeline.
Kravitz played Angel Salvadore in 'X-Men: First Class,' while she voiced Mary Jane Watson in 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.' Kravitz also played Catwoman in 'The Lego Batman Movie' and, coincidentally, also played Catwoman in 'The Batman' movie alongside Robert Pattinson.
Zazie made her first appearance playing Domino in 'Deadpool 2' alongside Ryan Reynolds. A year later, Beetz starred as Sophie Dumond in 'Joker' alongside Joaquin Phoenix.
Levi replaced Josh Dallas as Fandral in 'Thor: The Dark World' and returned briefly in 'Thor: Ragnarok.' Most recently, he plays the lead role in 'Shazam!' and will return to star in the sequel, 'Shazam! 2.'
Dafoe played Norman Osborn AKA the Green Goblin in Sony's 'Spider-Man' franchise, later reprising his role for 'Spider-Man: No Way Home.' Defoe also played Vulko in both 'Aquaman' and 'Zack Snyder's Justice League.'
Regan appeared in 'Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance' as Toma Nikasevic. More recently, Regan is set to appear in 'Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom' as Atlan, the first king of Atlantis.
Baker is a highly prolific voice actor who has lent his voice talents to numerous animated projects. For Marvel, Baker voiced Hawkeye and Kraven the Hunter in various projects such as 'Ultimate Spider-Man,' 'Marvel's Spider-Man,' and the anime film 'Iron Man: Rise of Technovore.' For DC, Baker has voiced both Batman and the Joker in 'Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' and 'Batman: The Long Halloween.'
Tommy Lee Jones played Harvey Dent AKA Two-Face in 'Batman Forever.' Jones later joined the MCU to play Colonel Phillips in the first Captain America movie.
Hardy has already played two major DC and Marvel characters. His first outing came when he played Batman's nemesis Bane in 'The Dark Knight Rises.' Hardy has since joined Marvel with the 'Venom' franchise as Eddie Brock. He also appeared in the 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' post-credits scene.
Swinton originally joined DC instead of Marvel portraying Gabriel in Keanu Reeves' 'Constantine' back in 2005. She has since moved to the MCU as the Ancient One in 'Doctor Strange.' She later returned in 'Avengers: Endgame' thanks to time travel after her character died in 'Doctor Strange.'
Stamp's first appearance came in 'Superman,' where he played the villainous General Zod. A few years later, he reappeared in 'Superman II.' 25 years later, Stamp made an appearance in a Marvel movie as Stick in 'Elektra.'
Waititi had a role in 'Green Lantern,' where he played Hal's best friend Tom Kalmaku. Waititi then played the role of Korg in 'Thor: Ragnarok' and reprised it for 'Avengers: Endgame' and 'Thor: Love and Thunder.' He returned to DC for a brief cameo in 'The Suicide Squad' as Ratcatcher in a flashback giving a life lesson to his daughter, Ratcatcher 2.
Sly debuted in the MCU in 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2' in a small role as the ravager captain Stakar Ogord. He then went on to appear in Gunn's 'The Suicide Squad' as the voice for King Shark.
For DC, Blum's roles include the sins of Envy and Gluttony in 'Shazam!' and Solomon Grundy in the upcoming animated film 'Catwoman: Hunted.' With Marvel, Blum provided the voice of Wolverine in multiple projects such as 'Wolverine and the X-Men,' the direct-to-video animated movie 'Hulk Vs.' and the Green Goblin in 'The Spectacular Spider-Man' cartoon.
Director James Gunn casted his brother Sean in The Suicide Squad as the freaky Weasel. He also makes a brief cameo as Calendar Man. In the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' movies, Gunn plays Kraglin, the first mate in the Yondu Ravager Clan.
Reynolds' first Marvel role was as Hannibal King in 'Blade: Trinity,' but he then played Hal Jordan in DC's horrible 'Green Lantern.' He eventually redeemed himself in a starring role in Marvel's 'Deadpool' franchise, he played a much different-looking version of the character in 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine.'
In 2013, Crowe played Jor-El in 'Man of Steel.' Nearly a decade later, Crowe entered the MCU as Zeus in 'Thor: Love and Thunder.'
Scott plays Dan Lewis, Anne Weying's boyfriend, and later fiance, in both 'Venom' and 'Venom: Let There Be Carnage.' Additionally, Scott voiced both Green Arrow and Victor Zsasz in the animated movie 'Injustice.'
In 2018, Park played Agent Jimmy Woo in 'Ant-Man and The Wasp' and appeared in 'Aquaman' the same year as Dr. Stephen Shin. Park is expected to reprise both of these roles in the future, but so far, Woo has only reappeared in 'WandaVision.'
Weisz first appeared in 2005's 'Constantine' as Angela Dodson. In 2021, Weisz made her MCU debut as she crossed over to appear as Melina, Natasha Romanoff's deep-cover mother, in 'Black Widow.'
Pom plays Mantis, Star-Lord's sister in the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' series. Her first DC appearance was in an extremely brief and uncredited cameo in 'The Suicide Squad' as a dancer in a bar that the main group visited in Corto Maltese.
In 2004, Patton Oswalt played Hedges in Marvel's 'Blade: Trinity.' He played Billy Koenig on 'Agents of SHIELD' as well as Pip the Troll in 'Eternals.' For DC, Oswalt voiced the Atom in the animated 'Teen Titans Go! To The Movies,' which he later reprised for the series.
For Marvel, Cage played Johnny Blaze AKA Ghost Rider for 'Ghost Rider' and 'Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance.' He later voiced "Spider-Man Noir" for "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse." For DC, he voiced Superman in the animated 'Teen Titans Go! To The Movies,' a reference to the fact that he'd been rumored to be playing Superman in a film for years (it never happened).
Fillion has voiced multiple DC characters in animated adaptations in the past, including Wonder Woman's love interest Steve Trevor and Green Lantern in 'Green Lantern: Emerald Knights.' He also made a brief and hilarious appearance at the start of 'The Suicide Squad' as T.D.K. or "The Detachable Kid." For Marvel, he voiced an inmate in the first 'Guardians of the Galaxy.'
Lyonne's first notable superhero role was in 2004's 'Blade: Trinity' as the blind Nightstalker Sommerfield. Lyonne also starred in 'DC League of Super-Pets' as Terrific Whatzit.
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Harbour first entered DC with his portrayal of Dexter Tolliver in the 2016 'Suicide Squad.' He then went to the MCU as the Russian supersoldier Red Guardian in 'Black Widow.' He also appeared in the 2019 'Hellboy' movie reboot. However, while the character has appeared in DC crossovers, the character himself belongs to neither Marvel nor DC.
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Huston played a younger version of Stryker in 2009's 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine.' He then joined the cast of 'Wonder Woman' to play the German General Ludendorff.
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Hinds has been cast as a villain in both DC and Marvel movies. With Marvel, he played Mephisto in 'Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance.' More recently, Hinds was the voice of Steppenwolf in 'Justice League,' later reprising the role in Zack Snyder's new cut of the film.
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Cullen played Barton Blaze, the father of Johnny Blaze, in 'Ghost Rider.' He then switched to DC to play a congressman in 'The Dark Knight Rises' before playing Thomas Wayne in 'Joker' a few years later.
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In DC's 'Green Lantern,' Bassett played Dr. Amanda Waller. She then joined the MCU in 2018 as Black Panther's mother Ramonda. She has appeared in both 'Black Panther' films and 'Avengers: Endgame.'
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In 2016, Beach played Slipknot in 'Suicide Squad.' More recently, he was in 'The New Mutants' movie as Dani Moonstar's father William Lonestar. His character was killed in both roles.


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Michael has a milestone birthday coming up in February 2018. I ran an idea past Gail that passed with approval.
I have small cards that are 2.5X3.5. The idea for the card is not to say happy birthday, but you have room to put a few sentences to tell Michael why you love him, his music or how his music helped you in hard times. It's should be big enough for a wallet size photo if you would like.
Then when he's home sitting at his desk, he can pull 1 or 2 cards to read when he has the time. Our words will be with him all year.
I request a SASE, and I will send you a card. Write your note and put in your picture. When your finished, mail it back to me. You could even send your note on a 2x3 size paper and I'll attach it to a card. Send your picture to if you like. That would take out the SASE step.
For those out of the country, I checked with my postmaster and she said you can put your own postage on the return envelope equivalent to $1.15 US.
Email me, Sally, at email@example.com and I can give you an address to send your SASE (self addressed stamped envelope).
A second option that isn't as personal, is to email me a short note and I can cut and paste it onto a card for you. I don't want to handle pictures this way because I'm not that computer literate and don't want to make errors with something as personal as a picture.
Just let me know the option that works best for you.
When all the cards are gathered, I'll put them in some sort of decorate box. And the box of cards will be Michael's birthday gift from us.
It might seem early, but it's something that we can work on Now through January. I'd like to be finished by February since I would need to get a box and mail it off to Michael.
Your welcome to share my email with anyone you think may be interested in contributing to Michael's milestone 65!
Looking forward to hearing from you, Sally
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In this series I'll show you how to create a simple Day Counter on iOS, using Objective-C and Xcode 9. The idea is to set a date in a settings screen, and then see how many days have elapsed on the main screen right after launching the app.
This is a 3-Part Mini-Series:
- Part 1 is all about building the interface in Interface Builder
- Part 2 is about coding the NSDate subtraction methods, using NSCalendar and loading/saving data using NSUserDefaults
- Part 3 will introduce Key/Value Observing to update the first view controller as soon as the date is changed in the settings and deals with how to normalise an NSDate object.
You can find the full code on GitHub:
Happy Hacking!
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Monday, April 1, 2013
Never Trust an Ex-Vegan
Then I listened to Erin Red's podcast, Red Radio Episode #57. She may have well been talking directly to me when she called me out on being silent. So, here I am, finally speaking my piece.
Let me begin by saying, I am in no way perfect. I never have claimed to be, and never will. I don't grow my own food, and I admit to really enjoying some of the most ridiculous of vegan convenience foods. Often. But, I am a vegan. I have a "V" tattooed below my right ear to remind me of it every single time I look into the mirror. This is a commitment I have made for life. And I will not waver. Have I made mistakes? Of course. But to consciously order and eat a steak? Nope. That will never happen. Ever.
How does someone, after knowing what they know about the absolute disgusting practices of murder and torture that are a part of the animals-for-food industry, ever even think twice about being meat free for life? Well, she did. Because she was craving it. What the fuck? Are you kidding me? Almost every single day, my body craves french fries, cigarettes (which I gave up almost 3 years ago now, thank you very much), Tofutti Better Than Cream Cheese, Vegenaise, coffee, and yes, even bacon. Yep, I crave bacon. The smell of it doesn't make me sick to my stomach, it makes my mouth water...just like you Alex. But guess what? I don't eat the bacon. I just don't. Why, because I know it is wrong. IT IS WRONG! It is wrong to eat another animal. Just like it would be wrong for me to eat my sister.
Let's calm down for a minute and look at this more closely. She says she did it because her body needed it. Because it was the right choice for her. Because it was a healthier option for her, and that she wasn't thriving on a vegan diet. Okay. Fine. But in her blog post, she offers absolutely no science to back that up, other than it made her feel better. Now, let's take a look at that statement. Lots of things make me feel better (the french fries, cigarettes, Tofutti Better Than Cream Cheese, Vegenaise, coffee...) in the moment. You know what else makes me feel better? Exercise, sex, laying in the sun on the beach, rolling around on the floor with the dogs, watching three episodes of Supernatural in a row when I should be cleaning the house. All of these things make me feel better. And no one had to die for it.
She could have posted the results of some blood tests, showing the deficiencies. Then showing that she had tried all she could have to fix those deficiencies using a plant based approach. But she didn't. Instead she talks about giving into cravings. About listening to your body. A bunch of foofoo nonsense if you ask me. Want to see how it's done right? Read Sayward Rebhal's blog post on how she overcame failing health on a vegan diet.
But it is about more than her personal choices. I mean, each and every one of us can make our own choices. I have never ever been a preachy vegan. Never forced my opinions on anyone. I spread the word through my food and through educating people about veganism when the opportunity comes up. I have been with my husband for over 18 years, and he has only recently made the transition into vegetarianism. I am very tolerant. I am very compassionate of others and their personal dietary choices.
But, like I said before, it is about more than her personal choices. Because, she is an "expert" in veganism. She is a wellness and nutrition coach. People look to her for advice on living healthfully. And she tells the world to give in to your cravings? That is seriously dangerous language. Seriously.
And then there is the hypocrisy. She has written two books on being vegan. And she still sells them. Why would she still sell them if she didn't believe what she wrote, herself? She is still making a profit off of veganism, that she no longer believes is healthy. And if she does still believe it, and simply was weak, just admit it. I would have more respect for her if she did that. Instead, she calls out vegans as being judgemental and having a lack of compassion for her and her choices. The wordplay and double talk she uses when talking in her video rebuttal is just sickening. She puts vegans in a place that makes them seem "holier than thou" if they disagree with her, and like just plain hypocrites if we do.
Basically, Alex jumped on the vegan bandwagon while she thought it could make her a few bucks, and now she's jumping on the Paleo bandwagon, now that it might make her a few bucks. And the pity party she is throwing for herself, looking for support in her "journey" is so ridiculously shallow and stupid. It makes me sick.
70 comments:
- Annmarie said...
Is the tattoo with vegan ink because tattoo ink isn't vegan and my friend was looking for an alternative.
- April 1, 2013 at 12:25 PM
- Joni Marie Newman said...
Yes! Vegan tattoo ink is very accessible. Vegan inks are made by Eternal, Stable, and Classic. Also, other brands, like Starbrite, Waverly, and Unique have some colors that are vegan. Pelikan brand has black ink suitable for vegans. (Source: The Vegan Girl's Guide to Life, Melisser Elliott) So while not all inks are vegan, there are lots of options. Just ask your tattoo artist!
- April 1, 2013 at 12:33 PM
- MeShell said...
I don't know how anyone can go from being a vegan or vegetarian, and then start eating meat again. I just can't follow the logic or understand how people can live with that level of cognitive dissonance.
Over the pity parties. Over the nonsense. Over the selfishness. - April 1, 2013 at 1:21 PM
- Erica Rinella said...
I generally don't comment on blog posts, but I honestly could NOT have said this any better myself! I completely agree with you and appreciate that you were able to articulate what I was/am feeling.
- April 1, 2013 at 1:50 PM
- Unknown said...
I only read that one blog of hers and it seemed to me that she had jumped from one extreme form of eating to another. My hubby and I are flexetarians. We eat vegan at home but understand that our friends and family aren't going to always be able (or willing) to accommodate us. When we buy meat it is free range and 100% grass fed. We do not buy factory farmed anything. AJ's post didn't mention where she was getting her meat from. I would think that a former vegan would have at least been concerned about that bit.
- April 1, 2013 at 1:59 PM
- Jenni (aka Vegyogini) said...
Well said, dear Joni, well said.
I LOVE Sayward's post!! I read it the same day as Alex's post and was heartened by Sayward's commitment to her veganism in sickness and in health. - April 1, 2013 at 3:41 PM
Thanks for saying pretty much everything I was thinking. As a long-time follower of her blog, I did leave a comment that half-heartedly said something about still supporting her as long as she didn't start badmouthing veganism, but after I just felt like "no, actually I DON'T support this in the least" and removed her from FB and unsubscribed from her newsletter. The whole thing is just incredibly disturbing and gross to me. She'll have no shortage of omnivorous clients and followers who want to feel justified that veganism is too hard and doesn't work. Probably a great career move for her. - Angela
- April 1, 2013 at 4:29 PM
Great post-couldn't agree more!--Krista
- April 1, 2013 at 4:54 PM
- Joni Marie Newman said...
Unfortunately, I think your right. This has probably been a really good boost for her career.
- April 1, 2013 at 5:16 PM
- Lindsey said...
Well just because she calls herself a nutritionist, that doesn't make her a nutrition expert. If she wants to try and say a vegan diet isn't healthy or nutritionally adequate, maybe she should have a chat with the real experts.
BAM! - April 1, 2013 at 8:29 PM
While I agree with many of your comments and the overarching argument, I don't agree that anyone should post their medical exams and bloodwork on a public place like a blog.
- April 1, 2013 at 8:35 PM
- Auntie X said...
"While I agree with many of your comments and the overarching argument, I don't agree that anyone should post their medical exams and bloodwork on a public place like a blog."
That's true, however she didn't even talk about having any sort of medical basis for her decision. If she had testing done she could have talked about it rather than posting the actual results, but the fact that she never mentions seeking outside medical attention would leave one to believe that she never sought external help. There is a reason that medical practitioners should never treat themselves as a patient and always seek outside help. You just can't be an objective observer of your own condition.
After reading her post I don't think that I could ever use or recommend her services to anyone (vegan or not) since her reasoning isn't based in any kind of measurable observation or theory. She shouldn't be allowed to call herself a nutritionist if her recommendations are based on her feelings instead of some kind of measurable results and testable theories. She's the equivalent of a snake-oil salesman at this point. Unfortunately there are those who don't know any better and will trust her judgement blindly. - April 1, 2013 at 9:27 PM
- Annmarie said...
This is great!! Thank you!! I'll let my friend know.. she was so discouraged that she might not be able to get one. So so so incredibly helpful!!!
- April 2, 2013 at 7:11 AM
I agree. Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist. A lot of these celebrity-type "nutritionists" don't have any type of scientific background and just got a certificate from some shady non-accredited program.
- April 2, 2013 at 7:27 AM
- Stephanie said...
Brava! Couldn't agree more.
I'm also a huge fan of the fact that nearly all ex-vegans say they IMMEDIATELY feel better upon putting animal products into their body. How long does it take for your stomach to even digest that dead, tortured flesh? Isn't the length of time meat takes to digest the same reason that not eating meat lessens your risk of colon cancer? How can you feel so much better so quickly? It's purely psychological; they've hyped themselves up so much about it in their minds that they NEED to make giving in to some dumb, random craving worthwhile.
All the justification in the world doesn't change the bottom line: She decided that her cravings were more important than the *lives* of other loving, sentient beings. (I also crave bacon, but the smell makes me retch.) "But guess what? I don't eat the bacon. I just don't. Why, because I know it is wrong. IT IS WRONG! It is wrong to eat another animal. Just like it would be wrong for me to eat my sister." Amen! It's so simple.
I know vegans make up a vanishingly small percentage of the population, so we can't make a HUGE dent in terms of lessening suffering, but every little bit counts, every single life saved *counts* -- and once I learned how possible it was and how easy it could be, veganism felt less like a choice and more like a personal responsibility.
I've been vegan for ten years and there's never been a doubt in my mind, not for a second: Giving up that sense of gratitude for and responsibility to my fellow living beings because I'm really craving a particular food just doesn't seem worth it to me. But it takes all kinds, I suppose... - April 2, 2013 at 8:19 AM
- Sayward Rebhal said...
Perfectly said Joni, and I'm so glad you spoke up. =)
- April 2, 2013 at 10:05 AM
I have craved meat exactly two times in my 50+ years. That was when I was still eating meat.
- April 2, 2013 at 3:00 PM
Come on. It's her choice.
- April 2, 2013 at 4:17 PM
- Shannon said...
For real! I am over all of this shit. I am over vegan celebrities giving up on the "shtick" because they are pregnant and crave a cookie, or because they develop a soy intolerance, or because of all of the other terrible excuses that people come up with to make themselves feel a little better about abandoning veganism.
I keep meaning to buy this shirt to wear at the gym. If one more dude tells me I need more protein, I will vomit.
http://www.foodfightgrocery.com/food-fight-vegan-paleo-shirt/ - April 2, 2013 at 5:33 PM
- Joni Marie Newman said...
True. You've got me on that one. Maybe I should have said, "posted that she had been tested and found out she had some deficiencies."
- April 3, 2013 at 8:38 AM
- Joni Marie Newman said...
You are correct. It is her choice. And many people make that choice. I don't write about just anyone. I am taking issue with this because she is a public figure who WROTE TWO BOOKS ON EATING AND BEING VEGAN! Hypocrisy is not even an accurate enough word.
- April 3, 2013 at 8:40 AM
- dreaminitvegan said...
Joni! Thanks for the post about this. I also have listened to Erin's podcast and it was really good. Alexandra should have just said "I want to eat animals and their by products". Just be straight up about it. Being vegan is a way of life and if someone is having health issues you can get a doctor/naturopath to help you get better without eating animal flesh. Colleen Patrick Goudreau did a podcast on something like this as well in regards to someone she knew who started eating animals again and how that friend wanted her blessing, basically. If I'm craving a donut does that mean I need sugar? Ahhhhh I don't think so. There was another blogger who recently admitted her not be vegan anymore, Kristen's Raw. She actually blames that being vegan for too long gave her a flabby behind. lol! Can you believe it?!!! Our bodies start to change at a certain age and require different things but really? She was also worried about the development of her toddler being raised vegan but the best way to help with the develop with any toddler is trying to feed your little one breast milk for 2 years. The problem I have with these ex-vegans is that they are bashing being vegan instead of just admitting they didn't want to be vegan anymore. Which like you I can't imagine how someone's eyes who have been open for so long in knowing how factory farming is not only cruel to animals but how damaging it is to our earth and our health. There are many more doctors and scientists nowadays saying how a plant based diet is not only healthier for us but for the earth too.
- April 3, 2013 at 9:05 AM
- dreaminitvegan said...
Just wanted to add that Sayward's post was great!
- April 3, 2013 at 9:29 AM
It's great that Sayward was able to regain her health and remain vegan but I really wish people would stop pointing to that blog post as evidence that veganism is a cure-all or that anyone with an illness can be vegan. It's simply not true. I've been vegan for over 5 years but in the past several months, my Crohn's Disease has worsened to the point where I cannot digest the majority of plant proteins. Lots of vegans claim that "anyone can be vegan" but it's simply not true. Some of us with IBD try and some are able to maintain a vegan diet but many of us cannot. It's bad enough to live with a chronic illness but then to be subjected to judgement and hostility from the vegan community just compounds the misery. I'm posting anonymously because I'm certain that I would lose friends if people found out I'm not vegan anymore. I shouldn't have to provide medical tests or images from my colonoscopy for people to decide that it's okay for me to not be vegan anymore. But it seems like that's what the vegan community demands. And that's just sad.
- April 3, 2013 at 7:30 PM
She wrote it before she gave it up though. Maybe people should not waste their energy fixing on other people's choices and issues.
- April 4, 2013 at 10:02 AM
- Joni Marie Newman said...
So she should do something about it, maybe set it up so any money she receives from those books goes directly to an animal charity, or at the very least remove those books from her website, as they still are there, where it states that "Jamieson proves that LIVING vegan can be made easy." So if it's so easy, than why did she give it up, and if it's not easy, than her book is full of lies, right? Either way, she shouldn't make a dollar off of them anymore, without full disclsure, either on the book jacket or another obvious place that this book is written by someone who does not believe the contents to be true, and does not follow her very own advice as written.
And frankly, if people didn't "waste" their energy on other people's choices, well, the world would be a very ugly place. If people don't speak up for those who can't (in this case, the animals) who will? - April 4, 2013 at 12:48 PM
Joni, I adore you as much as humanly possible for one heterosexual woman to adore another!! THANK YOU!! Thank you for your recipes, your realism, your speaking out, and for reminding us that we're all in this together.
I'm new to the vegan world and hadn't heard of her, to be honest. Now I'm angry. I figure if you can say f*** I can call this person a money whore. Reminds me of a certain tv doctor. He's gung ho one program one day, and gung ho an opposing program another day, just to keep up the ratings. A simple whore.
If I can be vegan, ANYONE can. I live in rural Texas. My home is surrounded by angus pastures. My neighbors keep goats. They aren't pets in Texas. There are no places where I can buy tempeh etc. I have to order online or do without. My vegan world is greens, beans, berries, nuts and seeds, potatoes, etc, and I also do it without added oils and fats. I'm that fanatical. And, drumroll please... I'm friggin OBESE. I have lost 78lbs since I began this journey but I'm still OBESE. My bloodwork is perfect. I used to have high triglycerides, anemia, insulin resistance, migraines. NONE NOW!!
I still have cravings too, thank you a MILLION for confessing that.
And on top of all that, I'm a Christian (don't hate, post readers). The vegans I chat with online are generally not. and they accept me, and I accept them. Not all Christians judge, and not all vegans are limp wristed.
Joni I beg of you.. NEVER change!
Cheryl in Texas - April 4, 2013 at 5:39 PM
My bullcrap-o-meter is really dinging right now. I don't have a gallbladder. Google it. The medical world tells you to not eat much fiber without one and I manage just fine. Anyone can eat vegan that wants to. If you are lying to your friends, you aren't much of a friend. And, anyone who is living a lie to their friends is the kind of person who would lie to themselves. Just own that you want to pork out. You'll lose your vegan friends you've been lying to, but gain new friends you'll meet at all the funerals :)
- April 4, 2013 at 11:16 PM
- Quintessence Challis said...
I so agree. It's really unfortunate that she has an audience for this misinformation!! Personally, I've been vegan for about 22 years and it has done nothing but improve my health immensely. I coach people who have had difficulties with being vegan, and it always comes down to them not "doing it right" - just like any other way of eating.
People need to approach any way of eating with balance, and I firmly believe that veganism is THE healthy way to live. I could go on and on!! But yes, thank you for this blog post. Amen, sister!! : ) - April 10, 2013 at 9:05 PM
- Marcia said...
See, this is total bullshit. "It works for me so you are obviously lying". Which is why many vegetarians and omnis think that some vegans are a bunch of crazy whack jobs. If you got sick CLEARLY YOU DIDN'T DO IT RIGHT OR YOU ARE LYING OR OBVIOUSLY YOU CARE ABOUT FEELING GOOD MORE THAN THE ANIMALS!! Nevermind having to live a LIFE and care for yourself, your family, your kids.
- April 19, 2013 at 9:27 PM
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- April 21, 2013 at 10:13 PM
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- April 24, 2013 at 6:09 AM
after reading all the comments on the ex vegan I'll keep being a vegan to myself. All of you commenters sound like you are holier than everyone else. Actually feel ashamed to now to tell anyone that I am vegan.
- April 25, 2013 at 6:46 AM
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- April 26, 2013 at 12:02 PM
since you have an ad for the teal cat project on your page it strikes me as odd that you would be so upset about someone who is still eating a largely plant-based diet and has publicly stated that they may return to veganism. i mean, really people, the animals used to produce cat food die the very worst deaths. they are the exact opposite of "happy meat". its not complicated at all. its not grey.
as someone who did the whole fake vegan thing many years ago i can relate to alex. sometimes it takes a decade or so for your tastebuds to catch up. moreover, i expect that some of those ululating in anguish over this supposed betrayal have their own "secrets". recidivism is the deep dark secret of AR veganism.
- May 26, 2013 at 11:20 PM
i don't believe there is any such animal (pun intended) as an ex-vegan. there are people who eat a plant based diet for a while and then change their diet. veganism is not all about food. at it's core, veganism is about compassion and respect for all life. the people who abandon a plant based diet and begin consuming the flesh of tortured beings never fully grasped the whole of veganism. we need to start distinguishing a plant based diet from veganism. a true vegan would never participate in the horror that is factory farming, a true vegan would never ingest the flesh of an animal, a true vegan never quits being vegan. the superficial, the trendy, the plant based diet eating, fad followers are not and have never been vegan.
- June 3, 2013 at 11:39 PM
- Joni Marie Newman said...
I'm not really sure how to respond to this comment as one really has absolutely nothing to do with the other, however since you brought it up, the Teal Cat Project provides money to different organizations to promote TNR (trap-neuter-return) of feral cats. To prevent the suffering of feral cats, and to reduce the feral cat population. I am not sure how that is not in line with any of my vegan ethics. I also understand that cats require an omnivorous diet to survive and that premium cat foods certainly do promote some of the same dirty aspects of factory farming that are prevalent in factory farming for meats fit for human consumption. While, of course, I have no control over the foods that are fed to feral cats by volunteers, I know that in my personal life I have always fed my cats foods that were made with the "throw away" bits from factory farms, so in my own way I was doing my best to cause the least amount of suffering possible while feeding my personal feline companion (RIP sweet Michael) the nutrients necessary for his survival. He was, by the way, a feral kitten when I rescued him.
- June 4, 2013 at 4:16 PM
- Joni Marie Newman said...
- June 4, 2013 at 4:17 PM
This post and most of these comments are going in my "stupidest things I ever read on the internet" file. The holier than thou, judgmental comments and tone of your article are so off the charts, I can only laugh!
And to say someone needs scientific or medical proof of her deficiencies...are you kidding me?!
You obviously have no idea what you're talking about. Cravings aren't always from a mental desire. They can be from a physical need too. In fact, listening to what your body NEEDS is the highest form of dietary practice. Obviously, you and some of your readers are not at that level yet.
I've worked in the natural foods and alternative healing industries for 30 years. I've seen the results of many, many types of diets. Long term veganism is for the few. Many people could benefit from it for the short term, however, to cleanse and regain their health. But most people will end up with bigger problems than they started with if they don't know when to stop and LISTEN TO THEIR BODIES needs. I don't need a scientist or doctor to tell me, "yes, this 30 yo person's hair is turning grey and falling out, and yes, their teeth are crumbling and turning black." These were friends, coworkers, and clients.
You should be very ashamed of yourself for attempting to publicly ridicule someone for doing what they feel is the right thing to do to stay healthy. You have no idea what other people need and it's quite foolish to think if it's good for you, everyone should be doing it!
I had never heard of Alexandra Jamieson before I read your post, but I'll go read her blog since she's working on a much higher level than you with your narrow mindedness and self righteousness. - June 19, 2013 at 11:45 AM
- Joni Marie Newman said...
I find it interesting that you leave your opinions anonymously. You obviously know nothing about me. I am first and foremost a vegan for the animals. because of my convictions towards the animals, I find it important for me to find my health, however I need to, without the use of animal products in my diet. You do not have to agree with my opinions, as each is entitled to their own. My problems with Alex are a result of her continuing to profit from a book she wrote in which she no longer believes to be true. and that is my biggest problem with people who go vegan for their health instead of for the animals. I am not self righteous and I am not stupid. Nor do I resort to name calling under the guise of anonymity on the internet. These are my thoughts and I am not afraid to attach my name to them. I suspect you will no longer be visiting my site, which is your loss, not mine. You will miss out on a lot of great information, while you are out anonymously trolling the sites of those trying to make a better world for the animals.
- June 19, 2013 at 12:12 PM
I like how the canadian singer Lisa Lavie sings, but i don't like that she's vegan. First vegan singer lol :) specially for those veggie idiots. I feel uncomfortable being her fan. And she's can't be tolerant with other singer - her friend in tour Lauren Jelencovich - Lisa forces her to go to vegan restaurants! Guess she secretly want meat lol :) Lisa has those suspect look in her eyes like every vegan do - she's always searching who eats meat and want to attack!!!
- June 21, 2013 at 8:10 PM
Hey naive idiot, i want to eat your meat hahahahaha!!! It's okay to eat a vegan!!!
- June 21, 2013 at 8:12 PM
Wow, I totally agree with Anon above who has become sicker with IBD etc on a vegan diet. I have been vegan for 18 months but because I have a genetic condition that means I have chronic deficiencies in B6 and zinc I feel horrendous on a vegan diet. I swore I'd be vegan forever and was about to get a vegan tattoo but not now. People need to be a bit more open minded and less judgemental. Like AJ I was passionate about my diet until I got major adrenal fatigue, leaky gut, allergies and depression. Spending a few days per week in bed in order to be able to look aftert child was no fun. If I could have remained vegan I would have - I ate VERY well. No gluten, lots of good fats, fruit and greens etc but NOTHING made me well. I hated eating meat but was craving fish and eggs so so much. After a year of no energy and hell I have changed my diet and will only now eat meat and eggs from animals that are pastured I won't sacrifice my health for anyone. Any vegan who does is doing harm and is mad in my opinion.
Anon. - July 24, 2013 at 5:44 AM
Here here! A totally plant based diet works for some but definitely not everyone. I wih it had worked for me but after 18 months I was very sick indeed. We all have different micro and macro nutrient needs and some people thrive on animal products, fruit, veggies, greens, nuts and seeds. Me for one. I am now finally listening to my body and I am healing. I will always buy from the most ethical and sustainable source but I come first as should everyone's health. I love animals but not above my health and my family's
- July 24, 2013 at 5:56 AM
Oh life is a wonderful experience! We all learn from each other. Political figures who were so against gay marriage turned out to be closeted homosexuals, and married with children. Preachers who preached Christianity turned out to be promiscuous, vegans who love animals but condemn the ones who "fail" and become ex-vegans because they too crave animal flesh so much. I went on a plant based diet because I love animals, and then I lost 15 lbs and I am one who didn't need to lose 15lbs. My hair started gr out and losing them. So I started introducing seafood and eggs into my diet. But what I've learned about plant based diet is immense and will continue to eat more of it, and at the same time, I feel that my compassion towards animals will forever be there in me, it's my innate nature. Judge not for you too will be judged.
- August 20, 2013 at 7:59 AM
I struggle daily with my craving for unhealthy foods like french fries or (vegan) sweets.
I know they are not good for me and I know I do better on a WFPB way of eating but damn... if my hubbie buys a box of french fries I will certainly dig in.
This is the kind of logic that Alex thinks we should live by.
Before I was vegan I could inhale a chocolate every day.
I still struggle with my weight but I know its because of vegan junk food rather than veganism itself.
I constantly get inspiration from the real experts, namely T Colin Campbelll and Caldwell Esselstyn.
If she was really craving meat why not eat soy or seitan?
I think she is just jumping on the paleo bandwagon and will make a lot of money out of it.
While the rest of us struggle to convince others that Veganism an easy lifestyle. (It really is)
- August 22, 2013 at 6:25 AM
noticed this post looking for vegan thanksgiving recipes even though i am one of the hated ex-vegans. i was vegan for 3.5 years and totally happy and then moved from a hippie town to a new city. after about a year i started eating some dairy because as a lean guy already (5'8'', 155 lbs currently) I kept losing a pound here and there and got down to like 149. clearly you cant trust me even though i eat 95% plant based diets since i also eat greek yogurt and egg whites sometimes. ive been that way for 9 years since and total happy.
honestly i think people like you do much more to hurt all the overarching causes associated with veganism by turning it into some sort of religion for the chosen few rather than something all of us can do (ie eat less animal products). im sure you dont trust that eating some dairy was a healthy thing for me to do, but thats the point...you just look like a judgmental asshole and it turns people off. - November 27, 2013 at 11:14 AM
You don't have a "V" tattoo on a highly visible place to remind yourself that you are vegan. You have this tattoo to show your special-ness, your superiority, to the rest of the world. When fundamentalist religion is (thankfully) off the table, so to speak, veganism fills a need. Some people just need a hardcore credo to attach to or they will be rudderless. Be honest.
- December 17, 2013 at 1:29 PM
- Joni Marie Newman said...
Actually, I do. It is tiny (smaller than a dime) and behind my ear, no one would know it was there unless I pointed it out or pulled my hair back, but thanks for judging me, the way you accuse me of judging others. I am being honest.
- January 27, 2014 at 7:29 PM
- Joni Marie Newman said...
People like me? What does that mean? People who call out others on their hypocrisy? People who care enough about the suffering of innocent sentient beings to give eating them up and not give into "cravings"? If that's what you mean by "people like you" than I honorably take on the role.
I find it so interesting how many anonymous posters love to judge me and call me judgmental all in the same sentence. - January 27, 2014 at 7:49 PM
- Unknown said...
I find it Interesting that Alex Jamieson's website still mentions"fighting cravings" as one of her specialties.
- February 5, 2014 at 8:15 PM
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- May 24, 2014 at 12:38 AM
I'm an ex-vegetarian and don't mind telling the world. You have problems o.O... Any diet can be healthy if done the right way. A lot of Japanese people live so long and they eat fish and sometimes beef or chicken. I only eat wild animals or animals from my farm that had a good life. I will gladly wear their warm fur because I don't waist. Also when there is an override of species in the wild destroying the natural balance there is no other choice but to kill them.
- May 28, 2014 at 5:34 PM
I agree with anonymous Joni started a cult.
- May 28, 2014 at 5:36 PM
You're just jealous. People have the choice to buy those books if they want. Why are vegans always so angry? Did they eat some shrooms?... Probably
- May 28, 2014 at 5:40 PM
I think Joni has a point here: If she's no longer vegan, then ethically, yes I think she may want to take the books from the shelves. Because she was a vegan expert, I think she may want to take responsibility for her actions, because her explanation of "giving into cravings" can have potentially disastrous effect. Yes she is no celebrity but she does have some influence.
Perhaps some vegans objections to her action is because she hasn't actually owned up to her actions.
And yes her reasons for going back to eating meat are honestly, not convincing enough. If she said seafood/dairy perhaps the ramification isn't as great, but steak is a completely different animal - red meat is probably one of the least environmentally friendly food out there.
And I think her reaction to vegans' comments aren't the best, especially since she hasn't properly backed up how meat actually improves your health (feeling better...well hey I can say I feel better eating French fries - maybe that's a new health food?)
Anonymous, I think you're triggered because deep down inside you don't think you're that healthy, but you want to be seen as healthy. If you truly were comfortable with your diet and health, why would you leave such judgmental comment with swear words? Instead of calling Joni judgmental, why don't you look deeper into yourself?
I'm not saying you're unhealthy or healthy for eating seafood/eggs etc I just think you may want to do some inner work before lashing out at others; you're taking what Joni said personally... which may not be necessary
- June 6, 2014 at 6:37 PM
Explain how Joni just started a cult? Do you even know what a cult means?
- June 6, 2014 at 6:38 PM
I'm glad I found this post before buying some of your books. You may be good at creating recipes, but it's pretty clear that you have some huge, gross blinders about your own ableism. No one owes you or anyone else their health, or any explinations about their health. That you feel you (and other ableist vegans like you) are owed "proof" of anything.
P.S. "I find it so interesting how many anonymous posters love to judge me and call me judgmental all in the same sentence. " Maybe they're anonymous because you've shown yourself willing to bully anyone who points out your bullshit. - August 2, 2014 at 6:23 PM
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- August 13, 2014 at 9:28 AM
There are so many no longer vegans(see Kristens no longer vegan raw blog to see the nonsense she writes and how she does so far to say her teeth broke bc she was vegan!!) and they mislead and misuse their blogs to misdirect people. This can be so confusing to someone new to veganism who wants to learn more about the health benefits. To have someone foolishly write things like this can have a negative impact on a diet which is extremely healthful beneficial to the environment and extremely gentle to the animals we cohabitate on this planet with.
- September 5, 2014 at 11:29 AM
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- November 28, 2014 at 12:48 AM
You know, I'm tired of having to read childish comments whenever the topic of veganism comes up. I don't know what it is about vegans that infuriate most people, but I'm fed up of being mocked just because I've opted to take a stand to minimise an animals suffering. I think it's amazing we get so much crap when all we've done is chosen to pass up animal products rather than continue to feed our taste buds and the worldwide meat and dairy industries. Not only is it frustratingly childish to name call (and I find is often more telling of of complainers insecurity than the vegans choice to go vegan since I doubt they would feel the need to try to justify it if they honestly believed it was decent), but it reminds me of just how selfish, disgusting, intolerant and ignorant some of us can be as human beings, particularly in regards to how we think we can treat animals and our fellow human beings (take the horrors of fur farming for example, or testing on animals for something as shallow as cosmetic purposes or asking another human being to do the work in slaughterhouse for us when we wouldn't have the stomach or heart to do it ourselves). It's just so predictable and boring (and take note, aside from being ultra annoying too, will never work to deter those of us who are ethical because when we pass by these lovely creatures grazing in a field or huddling under trees in wet weather, no amount of boorish childishness comes close to the pride we feel at having taken a stand to say 'never again'). As far as any ex-vegan is concerned, I don't care what they decide to do, but I do care when they openly start to blame veganism for their failing or poor health (although I do care about - and have great empathy for - each and every future animal that will end up on their plate). Really, when will people finally learn that veganism is not the cause of poor health - poor choices are!!!. If you opt to go down the vegan route, you have to make damned sure you take the time and effort to eat well every single day. I don't believe for a second either that it's unattainable for those in relative good health, so when I hear somebody saying that they had to listen to their bodies, I agree that what they're actually listening to are their taste buds. And let's face it- eating meat is so much easier than going vegan I think that's what draws alot of people back). If we're was truely unattainable though, I doubt governmental bodies worldwide would posit that well planned vegan means are just as nutritious and healthy as well planned onmi meals. Also, I personally don't believe in the concept of ethical meat since grassfed does not always equal to humane, and they too end up in the same killing room as those poor factory farmed animals. I also don't believe in the term humane killing. Also, anyone who believes in the sustainability of meat should check up the UN IPCC reports. Now I'll say again, I have nothing against people who eat meat (though I do have a problem with people who think it's owed to them and will admit -often accompanied with a nasty attitude - that they don't give a toss about the fact that it's slaughtered), but I don't like it when these ex-vegans go out of their way like lots have to scapegoat veganism, particularly when there's a huge volume of information in the scientific journals that highlight the advantages it seems to have in regards health (not to be confused with perfect or optimal health, because nobody knows yet what that requires is). If you want meat, just admit it.
- December 21, 2014 at 10:27 PM
Note, that's supposed to be 'if it was truely unattainable....' and 'well planned vegan meals...'. Damn you typos and autocorrect! By the way, since I'm here trying in vain to correct my typos from the above post (Gah! there's also no 'is' at the end of 'requires' on the last line either....) I'll take an extra minute to mention how amazing the Plant Positive videos are on YouTube- the author does a great job of highlighting the inaccuranices and misunderstandings of the ideology behind the very angry and usually deeply anti-vegan/vegeterian saturated fat people. I mean, it's only fair since the bulk of the scathing and derogatory comments about veganism/vegeterianism eminate from their die hard followers (the comment above about wanting to eat a vegan is definitely one of the milder I've come across, though I thought I'd use it nontheless to point out how intolerant people can be of a strangers lifestyle choice). Also, for sound advice on good nutrition in vegan diets, GInny Messina is very level headed in her approach. I highly recommend both. Go vegans! We really are amazing and have every right to be proud of ourselves for it. It's a commitment for sure.
- December 21, 2014 at 10:54 PM
- Olivia said...
Exelent article! But still can't understand how blind some people could be...
- January 4, 2015 at 2:41 AM
I was vegan for 10 months and had a death in the family and had a breakdown and did go back to eating animals and that sucked but when I was healthy enough and was able to think rationally I came back to veganism. Nope was not ideal but am working on showing compassion to myself and animals. I NEVER pretended it was ok to eat animals. I really did enjoy this article and agreed with much of what was said but not everyone is the same.
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