gdp's Comments

Christina Maki : Harry Potter and the Half-Assed Film (A mostly scathing review)

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 01:28:51 +0000

Oh, I wasn't trying to say that it was a TOTAL disappointment. Like I said, I really enjoyed the effects and the casting. I just felt like they could have used their two hours more wisely in order to stay closer to the plot outlined in the book, is all.

Christina Maki : What I learned from having a gun in my face

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 23:39:26 +0000

Aw, thank you. :) Talking about it has actually helped me to work things through in my head and start to overcome some of the fear. It gets a little easier every day, although I do still have minor panic attacks when I'm out by myself. But I'm taking it a day at a time and working through it. I will say this, though: it would have been a LOT harder to go through had I not had the support of you and the rest of my interweb friends. Everyone's thoughts, prayers, and concerns meant a lot to me!

Vegan on the Cheap : Swine flu, PETA, and morons on the internet

Sat, 30 May 2009 22:40:09 +0000

Ha. You should do a fake commercial on the YouTubes!

Vegan on the Cheap : The five iPhone apps every vegan should have

Sat, 30 May 2009 22:38:22 +0000

I had no idea that Food Additives listed non-vegan ingredients as well as chemicals and things. Thanks for the tip! I might have to check it out.

Vegan on the Cheap : Resources

Sat, 30 May 2009 22:35:38 +0000

Hey, thanks for the kudos! I really enjoy the blog, so I plan to keep it up. Thanks for reading! :)

Vegan on the Cheap : Resources

Sat, 30 May 2009 22:35:08 +0000

For real? Dude... that sucks. I loved that magazine. Guess I should have subscribed and supported the cause, huh? Oops.

Vegan on the Cheap : VotC goes visual!

Tue, 19 May 2009 19:54:47 +0000

LOL. I lurve you. :)

Vegan on the Cheap : You can\'t be a meat-eating environmentalist. Happy f\'n Earth Day.

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:43:33 +0000

Yeah, it's really contradictory, and what really frustrates me is that people DON'T SEE THE CONNECTION! It's spelled out pretty plainly, if you ask me. People just hate being made to feel that they're doing something wrong, I think.

Vegan on the Cheap : You can\'t be a meat-eating environmentalist. Happy f\'n Earth Day.

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:42:40 +0000

I agree, although I have to point out that being vegetarian is really not all that much better for the environment than being an omni, since you still have huge factory farms producing eggs and dairy products.

Vegan on the Cheap : Swine flu, PETA, and morons on the internet

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:40:58 +0000

I know! I had a total *facepalm* moment when I read that. Some people just DO NOT use their brains!

Vegan on the Cheap : VotC goes visual!

Tue, 19 May 2009 01:34:40 +0000

Thanks, Susan! I appreciate the sympathy and I'm glad you liked the vlog. I'll definitely keep doing them if people like it!

Vegan on the Cheap : The five iPhone apps every vegan should have

Thu, 14 May 2009 02:56:36 +0000

I was pretty excited to find that there are so many good ones out there! There are definitely still a lot more that could be done, though. Enjoy!

The Social Lites : Christina Maki

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 21:29:29 +0000

Sorry for the delay in replying! What sort of meetings and events are you looking for? If you're wanting social media events, check out Social Media Club KC. The website is http://socialmediaclubkc.ning.com , and they keep things really up-to-date on the page. Thanks for the comment and for picking up my card!

Jungle Store : Angora Fur Ball Makes Wool

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 16:06:04 +0000

Angora rabbits are routinely abused in the harvesting of their fur. Rabbits on large angora farms are strapped to boards while they are shorn, and the rabbits often kick violently against the restraints, which can cause broken backs and other injuries. Shearers rarely use caution when wielding their clippers, and the animals often end up covered in nicks, deep cuts, and large areas of razor burn. When they aren't being shorn, these rabbits spend all their time in wire cages, sometimes with multiple animals in a single cage, often with no bedding. The cages are also often left out in the open, giving the animals no shelter against wind, rain, snow, and extreme high or low temperatures. Male angoras are often slaughtered at birth because they yield up to 20% less wool than females. With so many alternative choices around today that look and feel great, like soft acrylics and faux fur, there is no reason to support an industry that causes so much pain and torment to innocent, sentient animals. Please choose compassion over killing and avoid purchasing fur and wool products.

Vegan on the Cheap : FAQ

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:31:29 +0000

Um, that's totally NOT being nitpicky. That's being informed! Thanks for letting me know. I'll change the FAQ right away. I know the patties were vegan when they first came out, but it seems as though they've changed them and you're definitely right-- they're not vegan anymore. Boo, Burger King. Thanks again for pointing it out! I'm glad you like the site. Please keep reading and let me know if there's anything I can do to make it a better resource for you!

Snippets : SNKC\'s largest ever Pet Outreach event is a huge success!

Wed, 1 Apr 2009 05:11:37 +0000

I'm so glad you enjoyed it! I hope you'll join us again for the next Pet Outreach event. (And bring a friend along, too!) :)

Snippets : SNKC\'s largest ever Pet Outreach event is a huge success!

Wed, 1 Apr 2009 05:10:46 +0000

Just wanted to let you know Kate voluntarily left our organization and I agree with you that she was a gift to many families in the community. She has a great passion for what she does. Many organizations right here in Kansas City are starting programs just like ours, and we are SO excited for this momentum. Whether it’s two people, seventeen, or even fifty, there are so many animals out there that need our help. The more people we have out there working, the more animals will be helped. Unfortunately, Kate left before we had our blog site. This economy has been very tough on many groups, and all those in the animal welfare community deserve recognition, especially people like Kate. SNKC is committed this program and hope to have a very large volunteer/staff base to reach a larger population. We are working extremely hard on increasing donor support, as well as continually soliciting donations like dog houses, food, and other supplies to get out to needy families. Please help us by telling those who might benefit from our program as well as those who might be able to contribute to help us continue our efforts. Thanks for reading and for your feedback!

Vegan on the Cheap : What's all this?

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:08:18 +0000

Try looking at the recipes category: http://veganonthecheap.com/category/food/recipes/ There are a few in there, and I post one just about every week. :)

Vegan on the Cheap : About Me

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 03:18:57 +0000

Thanks for the complements! I'm glad you're enjoying the blog. You're free to use the dollar bill image, since it's one I created. I'd prefer that credit remain intact, obviously, but other than that, you're welcome to do whatever with it. You can also use any of the photos I've taken of my food or products. As for any of the other images on my site, they're all either stock images or ones I found online that are free to use through the Creative Commons license, so I don't own them. Thanks for reading, and keep fighting the good fight. :)

Vegan on the Cheap : Pretty/Cheap: OCM, Day 9

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:25:29 +0000

Thanks for the tip, Meagan! I'll definitely pick some up next time I'm out and give that a try.