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Healthy Eating - Vegetarian Diet for Beginners

Book Description

Becoming vegetarian can be a difficult life change but now it doesn't have to be. Nicky Smith has simplified the process so that you can not only improve your health but improve your life.

In this Healthy Eating edition you will:

- Discover the reasons for becoming vegetarian
- Get clear on which vegetarian diet to embark on and how you can create your own rules to follow.
- Find tips on how to transition easily from your current diet
- Get advice on dining out and dealing with others opinions
- Learn how to stand up for yourself and your diet choice
- Discover vegetarian 101 like where to shop, what to buy, important nutritional information and health concerns.
- Gain inspiration & motivation
- Get access to further FREE resources that will help you on your vegetarian journey

Review

Eating better and following a vegetarian diet, along the disciplined path of plant-based foods, will definitely improve your life. Whether you have the land and can grow your own food or perhaps have the opportunity to shop at local farmer's market, it's important to have a supply of fresh fruits and vegetables. Having some vegetarian staples in the pantry will also provide many options for you to create meals easily. Health concerns about vitamin intake are discussed in the book, along with learning some strategies in going about communicating your feelings on being a vegetarian. The author encourages the reader in taking a slow transition of not eating meat gradually. You'll find a list of quotes is in the front while websites for vegetarian resources is listed in the back. I found it to be informative but I missed photos and recipes.

4/4 stars. It was good but not great...

Review posted on Goodreads and Freda's Voice 100 Book Challenge

The Friday 56

"We've been practicing turning a blind eye to what we know if wrong for so long, that it's become automatic to the point of invisibility." -- Nicky Smith

Author, Nicky Smith offers a list of helpful sites at the back of the book:

The Vegetarian Resource Group

Vegetarian Dining

Green People

Vegetarian Society

Healthy Eating - Vegetarian Diet for Beginners

“You can’t get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me." C. S. Lewis

Legends, Icons & Rebels: Music That Changed The World

Exclusive insights from a celebrated musician and passionate industry insiders, two accompanying CDs of legendary tracks and beautiful packaging make for a book with broad appeal -- one that will captivate fans of Robbie Robertson and music lovers of all ages.

About The Authors

Robbie Robertson is himself a musical legend. He has won a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee. He was the primary songwriter for the critically acclaimed group The Band, penning Americana classics like "The Weight" and "Up on Cripple Creek" and toured with Bob Dylan. After The Band bid farewell to performing in The Last Waltz concert, filmed by Martin Scorsese, Robertson followed his long-time fascination with film. He was a Creative Executive at DreamWorks and has scored and/or been an executive music producer on a number of Martin Scorsese's films. He has also acted in and written and produced other major motion pictures.

Jim Guerinot owns and runs Rebel Waltz Management. He manages a client roster that includes No Doubt, Gwen Stefani, The Offspring, Nine Inch Nails, Trent Reznor, and Robbie Robertson. In addition to band management, Guerinot was the General Manager and the Sr. Vice-President of Marketing at A&M Records, supervising the Marketing, Promotion, Sales, Publicity, and Creative Services departments. His influence figured in the development and success of such A&M acts as Soundgarden, Sheryl Crow, and Blues Traveler. Guerinot is also the owner of indie label Time Bomb Records.

Jared Levine played in bands throughout college. After, he moved to Los Angeles where he was hired by Geffen Records to coordinate the Robbie Robertson record Storyville. Since then Jared has worked in the music business as an artist manager and A&R man. He has managed such artists as Robbie Robertson and Fishbone, and has signed artists including Cracker, Soul Asylum, and Gin Blossoms.
Music has always been central to Sebastian Robertson's life. He has played in several bands and appeared on the album Music For The Native Americans. He has composed over 3,000 pieces of music in television and film. He also served as the musical director on the acclaimed documentary series Playing For Change. Sebastian is currently writing a number of children's books and is developing a cable television series. The author lives in California, USA.

The Friday 56

"WhenI first heard the sound of Lady Day, I thought her voice told more stories than one life can live. I had never come across anything quite like that before. A voice that could dazzle you with smoke and tears." -- R.R.

My Review

The book shares 27 short profiles of legendary artists and their music that changed the world, including my life. It's a great reference book, like an encyclopedia for young musicians. You'll take a look at a timeline of mega-gifted artists who shared strong cultural messages of the day while others communicated from their own personal challenges. You can easily pick up the book and read anywhere about the cutting edge of performance from the sounds of rock and roll, jazz greats, folk icons and country stars. I can totally relate to the music here, from great grooves to unforgettable lyrics.

All in all, I was blown away by the awesome contents because I learned so much. The breath-taking illustrations are stunning and the awesome sounds on the two CDs had me on my feet singing and dancing. I have such a fondness for smooth vocals from Ella, Billie, and Frank. Great piano work by Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder and Carole King.

You'll love the book and wish you had another copy to give to a friend. It's that great... I highly recommend for the young and adults, too. If you're passionate about music and it's history, get the book. Thanks for the wonderful memories, guys. As an educator, I proudly share it in my studio with all my students, their parents, and my grandchildren. Appreciative of your great work here. What a gift!

5/5 stars. Highly recommend.

LEGENDS, ICONS & REBELS with 2 CD Set: Music That Changed the World: by Robbie Robertson, Jim Guerinot, Sebastian Robertson

Tracklist for Legends, Icons & Rebels

Disc One
1. Chuck Berry Johnny B. Goode
2. Johnny Cash Get Rhythm
3. Aretha Franklin I Say a Little Prayer
4. The Beatles Here Comes the Sun
6. Bob Marley Three Little Birds
5. Louis Armstrong What a Wonderful World
7. Buddy Holly Peggy Sue
8. Joni Mitchell The Circle Game
9. Ray Charles & The Raelettes Hit the Road Jack
10. Elvis Presley Hound Dog
11. Curtis Mayfield & The Impressions People Get Ready
12. Billie Holiday & Her Orchestra Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off

Disc Two
1. Little Richard Lucille
2. Hank Williams Jambalaya (On the Bayou)
3. Frank Sinatra Fly Me to the Moon
4. Marvin Gaye I Heard It Through the Grapevine
6. Sam Cooke Wonderful World
5. Carole King So Far Away
7. Louis Jordan Caldonia
8. The Beach Boys In My Room
9. Ella Fitzgerald A-Tisket, A-Tasket
10. James Brown I Got You (I Feel Good)
11. Patsy Cline Crazy
12. Otis Redding That’s How Strong My Love Is
13. Nat King Cole It’s Only a Paper Moon
14. Stevie Wonder Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours
15. Bob Dylan Forever Young

LEGENDS, ICONS & REBELS with 2 CD Set: Music That Changed the World: by Robbie Robertson, Jim Guerinot, Sebastian Robertson

Skywatch Friday

"From absolutely heartbreaking to explosive - I saw Otis backed by Booker T. and the MG's with the Memphis Horns. You couldn't help thinking, 'That may be it. That may be the most magical musical experience you will ever witness.' -- R.R.

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Have a lovely weekend...