Lifestyle / Veganism

With Friends Like These: Alicia Silverstone’s Damaging Comment Regarding Cheating on Her Vegan Diet

As The Opinioness, I’ve certainly earned that title with my opinionated nature.   Yet I try to be as non-judgmental as possible.  Really, I do.  Part of the reason I’m such a liberal is that I believe people deserve the right to decide for themselves how they choose to lead their lives.  But I have … Continue reading »

Films / Race / Women and Gender

Somewhere Over the Rainbow: “For Colored Girls” Reveals Power of Sisterly Solidarity & Women Finding Their Voice

I was excited to see For Colored Girls.  A film about 9 women, as a feminist, how could I not be?  But I have to admit, I questioned whether or not I should even be writing this review.  Writing about a film revolving around African-American women, based on a seminal play on race, and I’m … Continue reading »

Recipes / Veganism

Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Pumpkin Ravioli with Pine Nut Cream Sauce

I can’t believe that Thanksgiving is right around the corner!  As I’ll be posting my fave tried and true meals for the holiday, I wanted to post a seasonal recipe that didn’t encroach on my Thanksgiving extravaganza.  So I created this tasty autumnal dish. I love ravioli but didn’t feel like making dough from scratch.  … Continue reading »

Films / Women and Gender

Enemy of the State: Heroine Lisbeth Salander Fights Back in ‘The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest’

Cross-posted at Bitch Flicks.  I am usually not a fan of trilogies; the third film often pales in comparison to the crescendo of emotion and suspense built in a series.  And while the occasional exception exists (Return of the King), most (Godfather 3, Alien 3, Terminator 3) are substandard when you compare them to their … Continue reading »

Politics / Politics / Veganism / Women and Gender

Choose or Lose: Vote Today and Make Your Voice Heard

Okay, everyone…it’s that time of year again…time to vote!  I know, I know, I keep harping on the fact that we all need to participate in the political process.  But I strongly believe in the power of choice; choosing our leaders, representatives and laws that govern us shapes our society and our daily lives.  Many … Continue reading »

Recipes / Veganism

Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Vegan Cocoa Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting

Happy Belated Halloween, Everyone!  I hope you all had a wonderful holiday, donned fab costumes and saw lots of adorable little trick-or-treaters.  I thought in honor of all the sweets people eat on Halloween and considering that today is World Vegan Day, I would post one of my fave vegan desserts.  If you like chocolate, … Continue reading »