Carolyn, the Vegan Vixens welcome you with open arms!  Yay!  

I would say the best thing to do today is to purchase Crazy, Sexy, Diet and start reading.  It's more of a lifestyle than a "diet".  There's no counting calories.  It's all about eating the healthiest that you can.  

I ate all of the things you mentioned above fairly regularly.  I particularly like Greek yogurt, although it definitely doesn't like me.  Dairy seems to be a real trigger for allergies.  

Also, check the pinterest board for yummy recipes that I and my fellow vixens are posting.  All you need to do is click those delish photos and they will take you to the recipes.  Easy peasy!

Lastly, call me!  :-) 

Google "vegan".  

Stock up on healthy stuff.  You are in farmer paradise in NY.  Try to buy as much locally grown organic veg and fruit as you can!