Hello snugglybean, I am a vegan too...have been for 13 years. My DH is a vegan, and we are raising our kids vegan. Thanks for starting this thread. It is nice to 'meet' you! I was inspired to become vegan for animal rights and environmental reasons. But I now also enjoy the health and economic benefits.

We mostly obtain our iron from legumes, whole grains, and dark leafy greens.

Resources wise, I love 'The China Study' by T. Colin Campbell. I love Neal Barnard's books. I read Vegan Voice magazine (and I write a column for the mag on the topic of raising vegan children). I LOVE vegfamily.com

Arimeh, I take up the challenge to convert you!
Check out whyveg.com and goveg.com and the resources I mentioned above.
There are vegetarian socities in each state. Are you in QLD? Check their web site for recipes and inspiration. Also, I am happy to help you with ideas to convert your current favourite meals to vego. What do you enjoy eating now? Also, check out your local library for vego recipe books.