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<div class="quote-block">Originally Posted by <strong>tiggybrown</strong> <a href="/forum/post/0"><img alt="View Post" class="inlineimg" src="/img/forum/go_quote.gif" style=""></a><br><br>
... I am not going to lie I want to please him and I want him to be happy with what I cook (yes I am old fashioned) is there anyway to ease him into this a little easier or is there a cookbook available for omni's that are stubborn. I also have to admit that I want this to become a life change for the both of us, I would love to be in this together with him to work towards a vegan llifestyle for us and our children. I don;t know how to go about this.</div>
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My wife and I are in a similar spot. Probably a slightly easier situation, I'm lacto-ovo and she's a omni. We had been dating for quite some time before I switched to veg*nism and it was an adjustment for us too. There are quite a few threads on this board dedicated to life in a mixed household and relationships with omni's. I'd recommend searching for them for further information -- there are a lot of good suggestions there.<br><br><br><br>
As for us, we've found a good balance. We cook together. Generally, we plan meals which cover me nutritionally -- but can also be used as a side dish or a base for her meat. As an example, last night we made a stir-fry with seitan, peppers, onions and some other veggies. In another pan, she took care of the chicken and when we were dishing it out, she only took noodles and veggies but no seitan; putting her chicken onto her plate instead.<br><br><br><br>
Other nights, we'll make fajitas and I'll use beans instead of meat. Or we'll make a standard meat & potatoes meal and I make tofu for myself. You just need to get creative and probably get his help in the kitchen. We used to take turns cooking. One night I'd make dinner and she'd clean up, the next night she'd make dinner and I'd clean up. When I went veg, we created a few more dirty pots & pans so we cook and clean together. It works well and give us a chance to unwind and talk together after work.<br><br><br><br>
As far as getting this to be a choice he accepts for his diet, you've got your work cut out for you. You'll get a lot of different advice from different people on this board -- but mine: accept him for who he is and expect him to treat you with the same respect. If he gives you grief about your veg*nism, give him some literature to read on the subject. "Diet for a New America" is what I gave my wife after a mini-argument about my choice. She read it, took it to heart and has voluntarily cut down on her meat consumption. I doubt she'll ever be completely veg*n but it's more important that she's happy and respectful of my choice. <img alt="" class="inlineimg" src="/images/smilies/grin.gif" style="border:0px solid;" title="

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