Hey guys!
Hope you are having a great day. I am currently watching the Men’s Olympic Hockey right now, while blogging. I’m a crazy multi-tasker like that.
Today on Twitter, I posted a link to an anonymous form where you could ask me anything, anonymously. Why would I subject myself to such a thing? Well, for one, I received an email from a long-time reader hinting that I hadn’t done a FAQ post in a dog’s age (which is true!! oops). Secondly, I saw the Ask Anything on many blogs and I thought it was pretty fun to read.
Here are a few of the anonymous questions that I received today. Please note I am leaving out the questions I have answered in FAQ’s previously.
Here we go!
264. Have you lost any friends because of your healthy lifestyle? If you could go back, is there any way you could have saved that friendship knowing what you know now?
Nope, thankfully. When I was struggling with an ED, I did however.
265. Since becoming a vegan, do you ever crave meat? How do you combat it?
I think it has been over 6 months since I have truly wanted meat. I used to combat the cravings with fake meats, but now I don’t need to. I do occasionally crave cheese though. Eric had me try a piece of cheese last week and I was surprised to find that I actually didn’t enjoy the taste much anymore. I think that our palates change based on what we eat.
My biggest cravings now are things like coconut butter, nut butter, green monsters/fresh juices, HUMMUS (I need to buy stocks in Fontaine Santé), dark chocolate, glo bars, oatmeal, dried apricots, dried cherries, bread. I go through spurts with what I crave…it changes by the week!
266. What’s your biggest fear?
That I am not living my life to the fullest.
267. It seems to us readers like you are the dominant person in your relationship. Would you agree with that?
We have an equal partnership. When we disagree we always find a middle ground.
268. I’ve tried having green monsters for breakfast but they always make me nauseous. Has this ever happened to you?
Possibly after a night of consuming too much alcohol. ;) I’m not sure why this would happen to you- anyone else out there experience this? Maybe it is due to how visually unappealing they are- close your eyes? ;)
269. Does your husband ever mention that he misses it when you weren’t Vegan or does he like your lifestyle better now as a Vegan?
I just asked him and this is what he said: ‘I don’t miss it because I can still eat meat when I want to.’
Basically he said vegan or not, he doesn’t really care too much!
270. Which bloggers are you jealous of? Which ones tick you off?
Come on now.
271. You talk a lot about natural beauty. How do you think highlighting/dying your hair falls into that?
It doesn’t…and I’m ok with that. Gotta have some fun!
272. Sketchie is so adorable! Do you think he’ll be good with kids?
Thank you. He loves kids!
What is your favorite color?
Light blue and pink. Pink a bit more because I want a baby girl. :)
273. It doesn’t seem as if you attend church regularly. Are you a member of a church? Why or why not?
I don’t speak about my religion or spirituality on the blog.
274. Do you ever feel selfish for waiting so long to have children?
So long?! What am I, an 80 year old? haha. Sheesh. We have only been married a year and a few months. For one, I don’t think it is selfish to not to have kids. Secondly, I don’t think it is selfish to wait to have kids until you are ready. I am only 26 and am still establishing my career and place in this world.
275. Do you feel guilty on days you don’t work out? It seems like you work out a lot.
No I don’t feel guilty on days that I don’t workout. I used to in the past, but I am way easier on myself in recent years. I’ve had some life lessons recently that have taught me to love myself and to treat myself well. Hating on myself gets me no where. Working out makes me feel awesome, but I realize that my body needs rest too.
what size are you?
Size…HEALTHY! That is what the tag should read anyways. Numbers suck.
276. What does your wedding ring look like?? What is your favorite grocery store?? When you go grocery shopping, do you make a list or just walk in and buy stuff??
There might be a picture of my wedding ring on my wedding page…I can’t remember. I enjoy Whole Foods, but I don’t live near one so I don’t go more than once every few months. I don’t make a list, I just wing it most of the time.
277. When is your birthday? What do you like about having your Glo Bakery? Are there any hatha yoga DVD you would suggest I get…I am a Level 1 or 2 Love your tweets/blog and bars!
May 16th. Taurus. I love the freedom that owning my own business gives me. I love the creative aspect of it the most. I always felt so confined creatively in previous jobs. Sorry no DVD’s to suggest- anyone else?
278. Have you stopped dying your hair blonde? I think you should go full out – it would look great on you!
Thank you. I get highlights about 4 times a year, although I am considering just getting full colour because root touch ups are cheaper than highlights.
279. What does the husband do?
He doesn’t feel comfortable discussing his job on the internet. My lips are sealed!
280. Green Monsters Or fresh juices?
Don’t make me! That is like choosing between your two children.
281. Which fashion designer would you want to dress you?
Nicole Miller in a heartbeat.
282. i’ve been to a bunch of blogger meet ups and it seems like we always end up talking about you!!! I’m not sure why, but we talk about how INTENSE you are with everything you do! You just seem so hardcore about everything you do! Calm down!!!!
I don’t want to calm down, but maybe you need to? I like who I am! I’ve never been called intense or hardcore before but I kind of like it. :mrgreen:
283. You’re least and most favourite exercise?
Least- recumbent bike (like watching paint dry to me haha)
Most- Snowboarding, running, walking around as a tourist on vacation :)
284. Where’s one place in the world you still want to go?
I want to go to a developing country to volunteer. Hopefully in 2010 or 2011.
285. Do you really want kids?
More than anything.
286. How tall are you and how much do you weigh? I know you aren’t interested in numbers on the scale but do you have a specific number which you would like to keep under forever?
I’m 5’5 and I don’t know my weight. I go by how my clothes fit and it surprisingly works well. They start to get tight and I reel in the party in my mouth a little bit. :)
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I better get back to our cheering squad now. It’s currently 3-0 for Canada right now…woot!
Have a great night!

i’m glad you still did the Q&A even though some were kinda rude… you really don’t come off as intense or like you dominate your husband at all! i’m sure you don’t let the meanies get to you, but just so you know we read your blog because you’re an inspiration and motivation :)
OK, some of those questions were really rude, and I think if I were you my feelings would be hurt. . .but you handled it perfectly. Especially the one that basically says “EVERYONE gossips about how INTENSE you are…” – that person is obviously just jealous. Seriously, I am angry on your behalf!
I have to agree – gosh, sometimes people can be so catty! You handled these questions with grace Angela – you’re the best! I’ve said it before, you can tell that you really strive to help people, and you are so passionate it’s infectious! I hardly think you need to calm down. Just pure jealousy from the person who asked the question.
There is nothing wrong with being INTENSE :) More power to ya girl!
Intense, emotional, and powerful women leave a mark in the world. Good for you (and every other woman whose been told she’s “too intense” or “too emotional”)!!!
Great post!!!!
love ur blog.
and its 7 – 0 for canada now! wooohooo! Go Canada Go!
I love your FAQs. :D It is so great that your husband is supportive of your choice to eat vegan. I like his attitude towards it–it doesn’t really matter. I also love your intensity…it’s what keeps me coming back to your blog! :)
Oh my, you got some doozies! Love this.
I really don’t understand that question about your being the dominant partner in the relationship. You and Eric (or at least what I read on the blog) seem to have very loving relationship and seem to respect each other very much. I think its great that he’s so supportive of you, as I’m sure you are of him!
I don’t think I’d have the guts to do an “ask me anything”. people are RUDE!!
I’m graduating college on your birthday :)
It is so sad that jealousy gets the best of some people and causes them to put down others in hope to makes themselves feel better.
I think we all agree that your passion for life and intensity in all you do, is what makes you SUCCESSFUL and BRILLIANT and ADDICTIVE….otherwise we wouldn’t be reading :) It is refreshing to see someone who knows what they want out of their own life, regardless of another person’s scrutiny.
Keep on chugging….you are an inspiration to so many!
I am sure most of the Debbie Downers out there would NEVER have the balls to say those things to your face! ;)
LOVE size healthy. Good answer.
Man, if you have waited too long to have kids then I’m ancient and incredibly selfish apparently. I’m 34!
Angela, you’re awesome. Best line ever “I don’t want to calm down, but maybe you need to?” I never really comment, but I love love love reading your blog. Keep being you :) And my birthday is May 16 too! I love the date! I think it just looks pretty haha
Angela, I love your comment about Size HEALTHY! I don’t really care what size I am as long as I’m healthy and my body can do the things I want it to do. :) Smaller isn’t always better.
Oooo me and you *almost* have the same b-day…I’m May 17! Though I’m older ;) I love all your answers and I’m really surprised by some of these questions – thankfully you are a classy woman that knows how to handle situations like this. I also saw your tweet about someone asking about your sex life. Seriously people!? Ok, I’d better step off the soap box. Keep your chin up girlie, you are wonderful…and we all know it! :)
I can’t ever think of any questions for all these ‘ask me anything’ blogs. haha. And damn, some of the questions are scary. you’re brave
I’m a May baby too! The 12th!
I feel the same way about kids. There’s no rush, but I want them ASAP!
And I never got the vibe that you’re “intense”? wth?? you’re so passionate and positive. people obviously do not read your blog
developing country?
Your amazing character shines through in your answers to these, especially the tough ones! And sheesh, if you are selfish for not having kids yet then I must be super selfish as I am 32! Love your blog and appreciate all you share!
Some of those questions are ridiculously rude…but your positive attitude shines through! And since when is 26 late to have kids?! LOL!
Great answers! Even to questions that are rather strange. You are nice to answer them anyway!
My God if you are old at 26 then I’m probably going to be looking into buying a walker soon!