I’m doing the holiday a little late this year, because it turned out my step Dad had to work today. We decided to put the whole day off until Sunday. I’m purposefully avoiding all my vegan blog friends until then, because I don’t want anyone to tell me what a Tofurkey tastes like. Nobody spill the over-processed beans! I want it to be a surprise.

Jason is visiting today, and Sonja and I decided it would be a fine day to test some PIE, so I made a “trial cherry pie” that is baking in the oven right now. Mmmmmmm, cherry pie is one of my favorite things in the entire world, and thankfully easy to make vegan. Sonja noticed that Earth Balance, the company that makes the delicious dairy-free margarine, is now making cubed margarine and shortening, as well. With all the options out there now, it really is easy to bake as a vegan. Eating bacon is a little bit harder though.

I’m off to spend time with friends, and eat some pie. I hope you’ve all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! I’m thankful for a lot of things; family, friends, and all the amazing love I have in my life, but since I’m here I’d like to say thank you for all the readers of this blog. I’ve had such an amazing time writing this. I started out not quite sure where I was going, but within a couple weeks it just found its own focus. Knowing I have readers (Feedburner says over a hundred now!) waiting for the next installment is a huge inspiration to get in to the kitchen and start digging through cookbooks to see what I can come up with. I’ve learned so much already, and it’s only been a couple months! I have a feeling the next year is going to be amazing.

Hugs to you all! I hope everyone has enjoyed their day, and their food, and their families and friends. I’m grateful you’re reading this.