Today after work Grant and I are heading north to Watkins Glen, New York. We are going to the famous Farm Sanctuary (a place I've wanted to visit for a while now) to spend the weekend celebrating Thanksgiving with the Turkeys (and other animals).
For more than 20 years the Farm Sanctuary has held a Celebration for the Turkeys where rescued turkeys are "doted upon and presented with festive platters of stuffed squash, cranberries and pumpkin pie". This year one of my favorite speakers and animal rights advocates, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau is speaking and signing her new book, The Joy of Vegan Baking. Both Grant and I are very excited to finally meet the person who engaged us, got us thinking about our food choices and supported us as we became vegan. Her compassion, incredible knowledge and calm speaking voice make her podcast one that can't be missed.
Factory farming of turkeys is cruel and horrifying. You know that ultimately I'd prefer everyone serve up some yummy tofurkey on their holiday table this year, but if that is not something you're not willing to do, please try to get your turkey from a local farmer.
Suzanne- We met a few years ago in DC. You made us Monkey Bread at James' house. Anyway, my partner and I were married at The Peace Abbey and I thought you might be interested-- they are in dire financial straights, but will hopefully come out OK.
http://www.peaceabbey.org/
Congratulations on your marriage!
Posted by: Susan | November 17, 2007 at 03:12 PM
Sounds great - though we will all miss you here.
Posted by: Mike | November 17, 2007 at 02:45 PM
That seems fun! :) I bet the turkeys will be really cute eating a meal. hehehe.
Posted by: Sarah | November 17, 2007 at 12:15 PM
What a fun event! Be sure to give a turkey an extra piece of pie for me. I agree with you about the factory farming and tofurkey (although I may try to convince Omar to get an unTurkey this year - I think it tastes better!).
Posted by: Jenna | November 16, 2007 at 05:32 PM
It sounds like fun and will be the perfect "after" wedding story to go with your "before" wedding story. Nice bookends.
Posted by: James in Washington (and Maine) | November 16, 2007 at 04:25 PM
this is going to rock! i've never seen a turkey eat before. they are going to be so happy!!!
Posted by: Mr. Grant | November 16, 2007 at 09:38 AM