On Sunday, I headed to VegFest! If you haven't been, VegFest is an annual plant-based extravaganza! It features speakers, food samples, non-profit organizations, famous vegans and auh-mazing food (vegan ice cream sandwiches for the win).
I started the day off by volunteering for the Animals and Society Institute.
I then went to a speech by ultramarathoner Scott Jurek. I can barely get through a 10K, and this guy does 100+ milers? Holy How-the-hell-are-his-knees-not-blow-out (oh, yeah, because he's a super healthy vegan), Batman!
After Scott spoke, I went to a presentation called "Compassion and Comedy" by stand-up comic Carol Leifer. I was so inspired by her speech. She gave a charming and heart-warming account of her transition to veganism, filled with many punchlines and cute stories.
Despite Carol and Scott looking like indistinguishable blobs, I promise that really is them.
Drew and I then met up with my mom
and these nachos (which were nothing short of heavenly) happened:
As with previous VegFests, the day was absolutely excellent! It's so wonderful to see thousands of people (quite literally) interested in a diet that not only promotes health, but helps stop animal cruelty. I saw many familiar faces, and as I mentioned before, the food was incredible. I definitely left with a happy heart and full belly.
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