I wanted to have this last post be a sort of reflection on what I feel I have gained from this whole experience. I am Vegetarian and I cannot see things any other way, I honestly chose this topic because its something I am passionate about, and I have tried and am still trying to make the Vegan-switch. I always felt guilty about no already being a Vegan (even though this may sound silly to some folks) but what I have gained throughout my research is that I can be just as sustainable -if not more sustainable as a Local and Seasonal Vegetarian, than being just a Vegan.
I thought I knew quite a bit about this topic, but reading some responses and questions from people looking at my findings with fresh eyes really made me gain more of an understanding behind the issues and how it directly affects us. The inconvenient part about this experience is the new found knowledge on some gruesome facts. Global warming and other environmental catastrophes are happening NOW, its something that is already affecting us and is just proceeding as the time passes us, but are we going to change?
I only hope this blog can give others an idea on how to start the change.
My concern is how to explain to my future kids why the world is obese and unhealthy. I do plan on starting a family soon and I really don't want to raise my family on McDonald's or other fast food restaurants. Even though I personally won't stop eating meat I believe that most people in America need to eat more fruits and vegetables. My desire is to be a positive influence and in order to do that I must first change myself.
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