How long did it take you vegans....?

I've been vegetarian since December and Vegan since around April. I haven't eaten red meat or pork in over 2 years. I don't live near a health food store so I find I can only go every two weeks to pick up my necessities =) Anywho! I was just wondering how long it took you vegans out there to fully convert? I find the slower I transition from vegetarian to vegan the better it is.... Sometimes I feel like I annoy ppl tho! lol for example my bf wanted to go out for dinner w/ his family but the place didn't offer anything for me so i passed. How do you guys deal with that? Mostly everyone I know accepts that I'm vegan.. my parents do so that is a big help! Thanks!