She's Back!

While readership might be exceptionally minute, I promise I haven't forgotten about my goal to adhere to a vegan lifestyle these past months. Things are going well, and for awhile I had gone pretty much dairy free. I do admit that I had a few moments of weakness and snuck some lil' queso scraps. But, nobody's perfect, right?


Dive into the depths of darkness in an elevator.


What? Oh, never mind...


Anyway, I am back to throw an idea out into the world. For a couple years now, I have wanted to open up a vegan bakery/patisserie/cafe. One that holds a magical, sensual, exciting feel of the chocolaterie in Chocolat. And, in a part of America that needs to learn how to be more open to the idea of an animal-free diet. There is a chance I might make a move to Savannah, Georgia. And, as many of you may know, animals are a huge part of their gastronomy. It would be great to try my hand at a vegan bakery in Savannah. But, I would need a lot of support - financially and in manpower. I don't have the money to do this on my own. And, I certainly cannot be in three places at once. As veganism is growing in popularity (and PETA's headquarters are on the East Coast), I am sure I could be able to find a solid group of veggie minded folk that would be willing to get the bakery up and running. But, this is an idea that could take a few years to finalize...


That is why I am glad Portland, Oregon is another option of places to move to. Portland is a very "green" city. And, due to the colder & more moist climate, it actually is a lot more green than the Bay Area. Vegetarianism and veganism are welcomed and embraced. I dig Portland, because it is full of creative, Earth loving people that are conscious of what they are doing for themselves and the environment they are living in. The move to Portland is the wiser choice. Not only is it closer to home, it is just as cheap as Savannah, but much more quick on the veggie uptake. Leasing/buying property could be easier, as a vegan bakery business fits in perfectly to the eco-friendliness of the city. Finding a solid team to help run the operation probably would be much easier, as it is rumored that Portland is on of the best cities for veg*ns. And, that doesn't surprise me. It seems like such a great place to grow vegetables. And, I really do love my plate to be full of green things...


Please, think happy business thoughts for me while I learn how to write up an amazing business plan/proposal. And, please think happy moving thoughts, as well!