Hello from Philadelphia!

[elikat37]

I just popped onto this board and it looks terrific - and active! I've been hoping to find a community that could offer support, advice and encouragement. And, I'd plain ol' just like to meet some other raw vegans and admire how beautiful you are! ;)

I started Raw 2 1/2 weeks ago with limited resources. I found Matt Amsden's book and a lightbulb just went off. So, I ordered the Box for two weeks and now I'm venturing out on my own (after fully stocking my kitchen thank goodness Amazon) and have been having a lot of fun and spending a lot of time in the kitchen NOT cooking! I've since discovered Ani Phyo and of course Alissa!

Hope you are all well and I'm looking forward to hearing and talking about your personal experiences "going raw."

Some questions:

- Did you do a cleanse before going raw? Do you recommend one?
- How long have you been raw? How did your body handle the transition?
- How do you handle social events (specifically work-related functions like lunches and dinners?)
- What are your favorite resources?
- How much weight have you lost? (I never weighed myself and while I think I might have lost SOME weight I'm not sure...)

Thanks!

[elikat37]

Oops, nevermind the questions..I'll post them somewhere else... in my zeal, I didn't read the posting guidelines!

[tallen]

This is my second week too. Welcome!

Tee

[spicyfull]

I wish you everything you need to Stay RAW........Welcome to MY World.

[aliciamatheson]

welcome - i've seen some other Philly folks here - have fun!

[MZ B]

Welcome,welcome,welcome, I hope you find everything you need to stay raw.

[lambe]

i am from philadelphia too. welcome, welcome. i live in south philly & dont usually purchase things online so i've been venturing a lot to essene grocery & cafe &, of course, the italian market. vegetable heaven.

[Bodhi]

Howdy.:D . Welcome to the forum.

[elikat37]

Nice to meet you! I work in University City -- I've ventured to Whole Foods (expensive) and Trader's (they don't carry enough) but am looking forward to trying essene. Italian Market - I've never been but definitely want to (I live outside the city). We need a raw vegan friendly restaurant!


i am from philadelphia too. welcome, welcome. i live in south philly & dont usually purchase things online so i've been venturing a lot to essene grocery & cafe &, of course, the italian market. vegetable heaven.

[elikat37]

Thanks, I'm looking forward to meeting them!

Great yoga pic, btw.


welcome - i've seen some other Philly folks here - have fun!

[StarFire]

Aloha and Welcome to RFT elikat37!! RFT DOES RAWk! blessings on your journey -- it's great to have you joining us!! Love yor avatar pic btw!

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/welcome.gif

[Frugal Raw]

Welcome!!! I wish you the best of Rawesome health!!