I have been vegetarian since 1998, vegan for most of that time. I'm vegan primarily for animal rights and environmental reasons, and I figure I'm eating healthier by default. Also a feminist, lefty tree-hugger, interested in media literacy, politics, food policy... along with photography, writing, hiking, paddling and volunteering with animal advocacy and enviro groups. My partner, 15-year old son and I will be starting a year-long trip around Canada and the US in September 2020. I will be relying heavily on Happy Cow -- both reading and posting! Looking forward to eating our way around Canada and the US!