I'm sure this has probably been an issue for many of you, so that is why I decided to talk about it. This is the first time I've ever attempted to be a vegetarian. I've known no one in my family who was one, only knew a few friends here and there. Basically, I'm just trying to take this day by day, and not get ahead of myself.

Anyway, I told my Mom of my decision last night, and she's being really cool about it. She told me to look through some vegetarian/heatlhy eating cookbooks of hers, and even offered that every night, we'll make a healthy dinner, and eat it together so I didn't feel alone, or out of place. One of the first things I told her was, I didn't want to put anyone else out, by my decision. But she insisted on helping me out and being there for me. I feel sort of bad, honestly, but happy at the same time that she was so understanding about it. Was even willing to join me.

What's going to be the challenging part, is when I visit my boyfriend and his family, and have to say no to meat in front of all of them. I hate to be put on the spot, and they all LOVE meat over there. I'm afraid I might give in or something, what should I do?

Why not just tell them before you sit down to eat,like next time you see them. Tell them you don't eat meat anymore and would appritiate if they offered alternatives. If they do not do that then bring your own food or dont eat with them.

Yeah, I was thinking of telling before dinner as well. But that leads me to another question... hmm, maybe I should post it elsewhere.

I think it's terrific that your mom is so supportive. That will help you a great deal in making the transition.

I don't know if it's fair to expect your boyfriend's family to cook special meals for you, although it would be terrific if they did take the initiative on their own. But you can contribute by bringing your own vegetarian dish to share with everyone. It can be as simple as pasta salad, tabouli, veggie chili, or a rice dish. People (i.e. meat eaters) sometimes think that veg*n food is very limiting or boring. Once you get the hang of it, you'll find that there are lots of options and that food can be nutritious as well as very yummy!

And if you ever need ideas, there are lots of great recipes here at VB found in the Recipes Forum. Or you can always ask for recipe suggestions in the Food Discussion Forum.

Good luck and I hope you stick with it! I'm sure your mom will do everything she can to help.

Your mom is so cool! :cool:

your mom rocks!