Facts Should Change Your Beliefs

@thatveganaussiebloke posts: "In today's society, it is easier to take offense than it is to take responsibility."

Now isn't that profound? When it comes to Vegan activism a lot of meat loving individuals will claim their "personal choice" as the end-all-be-all. Those that remain ignorant to the reality and choose to personally contribute to the destruction of the planet will often take offense when such topics arise.

We live in this special time where Science is finally catching up to Spirit. Numerous scientific studies are now lifting the veil. As humans we have no biological need to consume animals or their byproducts. Not only that, but eating plant foods instead of an animal based diet can establish significant health benefits, preventing and reversing diseases such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressue, high cholesterol, heart attack, stroke and cancer. See more at FreeFromHarm.

So, if we don't need to eat animals to survive, then the only reason we eat them is because we like the way they taste. We eat animals to satisfy our fleeting senstation of the tongue and that is it. This is where most meat eaters will start to take offense instead of responsibility. We aren't willing to take responsibility for our own addictions because it might be challenging to change, it might be a little bit scary to move outside your comfort zone, and it might cause you to break free of your programming. 

It's up to you, and you alone to choose to take responsibility and decide to practice. Beliefs can't change facts. Facts, however should change your beliefs. #standUP #PracticeVegan

And if you need some help, maybe this sick twisted video from Schlagel Farms will Clockwork Orange  you out of your next piece of bacon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFpgJPuSBNI Lord have mercy! 

Faces of Vegan

According to Patanjali there are 8 Limbs of Yoga. Since my guidance has lead me to view both Yoga and Veganism as simply a daily practice, I have begun to think about the pathways that make up the many Faces (pun intended) of Vegan.

In just under a month, I have learned there is so much more to it than solely refraining from the consumption of animal products. This is the most common definition for being Vegan and there are even disputes over this! For instance, if you eat honey are you a "true" vegan? More on that later though! For now, I offer the 4 Faces of Vegan that I've come up with so far:

1. Diet: Plant, legume, grain, nut based. No meat, No fish, No dairy, No eggs, no food or ingredient that is derived from animals and the Farm-Industrial-Complex. 

2. Products: Do your cosmetics, shampoos, body care, hair, etc products contain animal by-products? What about your clothes, shoes or furniture? Maybe work towards reading labels and replacing certain things with friendlier alternatives?

3. Animal Testing: Whether it is testing cosmetics or for "scientific discovery" experimenting on animals is unacceptable.

4. Hunting: Literally nothing Vegan...or moral or respectable or conscious...about it. Unless of course you're from Avatar. 

Four faces for now and many more to be revealed I'm sure. 

 

One of the faces...

DON'T KILL PEOPLE EITHER!!!!!

Social media is a buzz about the grugosome and egocetric murder of Cecil the Lion in Zimbabwe. Talking about the practice of Veganism includes a vast array of different topics including hunting for sport. As an animal lover and (I hestitate to call myself) activist I am of course outraged by this tragedy.

The fact hat some overprivalaged white ass hole can pay a certain sum of money to destroy a life, family and ecosystem is a replusive reflection of our abominable society. Fortuntely, it seems he will be paying the appropirate debt for his selfish butchery.

Oh, and just because I went on a preachy roaring rant to my boyfriend for a hot second, THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS HUMANE ANIMAL FARMING. IF YOU RAISE AN ANIMAL (NO MATTER HOW "FREE RANGE/NATURAL/RESPECTFULLY" WITH THE EXPRESS INTENTION OF MURDER, IT IS NOT HUMANE!!!!!! check it.

P.S. I am proportionally infuriated by the death of Sandra Bland...but this is supposed to be a blog about Veganism. Oh right, So in light of that. DON'T KILL PEOPLE EITHER. GRRRR! RAWR! OM! 

I'm Scared and I Don't Want to Die

I just don't get it. How is it someone can say "I love animals" and then turn a blind eye to the torture and murder of millions of animals every day? Animals that feel love, fear and joy, animals that feel the exact same things that we feel, that have families and a desire to live.

Obviously people know this or they wouldn't have dogs and cats as pets and trusted companions. SOMEONE PLEASE EXPLAIN TO ME what makes a cow, pig or chicken different from a dog or cat. I challenge anyone to offer an explanation. Yeah, that's what I thought. It's just Speciesism. No one will look at this video and come to the conclusion that this cow is not aware of his eminent death and actively trying to save himself. 

I'm Scared and I Don't Want to Die  <-- Video Link

#AnimalsAreTeachersNotFood

#IfYouLOVEanimalsDontEatThem

Samosa, Curry, Naan Oh My!

Yummy Mc Yummerson!!! Yes! I have rediscovered my zest for Indian food. Stepping up your practice in Vegan requires searching beyond your comfortable circle of eat out restaurants and grocery stores.

About 4 years ago I was a a similar place in my practice though it only lasted about 6 months. In this time, I ate a lot of Thai, Mediterranean and especially Indian food from my favorite joints in Chico, CA. Since moving to LA I can only think of two instances where I've enjoyed Indian food other than...TONIGHT!

My love is reignited. So much Vegan so much delicious. Vegetable Samosas, Vegetable Coconut Curry with Garlic Naan oh my tastes buds and happy body! I love discovering and re-discovering. The left overs...Oh the leftovers!!

And because people seem to be more interested in photos of me and/or dende than anything else....

Sensational Satisfaction

You know those moments where you just really don't feel like doing something, but then you do it, and you feel amazing as a result? I'm praying for this to be one of those times. I just don't feeeeeel like blogging right now, okay? Don't make me do it. Humph!

Okay, fine. It's only because I have something to confess. I own a vacation rental business, guests come about every 3-6 days and often times they leave behind food items in the refrigerator. Since stepping up my Vegan practice, I have turned down or thrown away ice cream, cookies, creme brulee, and pizza that remained to taunt me.

But today, disgrace it to say, my chocolate addiction won the battle. My last guest left behind a sampler box of See's Chocolates. A sampler box? Really? C'mon! That's just not fair. Before I knew what had happened chocolate coconut cream had disappeared. It must have jumped into my mouth while I was distracted looking for the ingredients list (which by the way, were never found, only "Nutritional Information" was given in the insert.) The next sneaky sugar square to take advantage of my black out brought me to the mind of maple for a sweet second before I snapped back to reality and felt the guilt rush in. AHHHH!!!! GRRRR!!!! RAWR!!!!!!

The addiction persisted as I chomped little tastes of the the last few remaining before throwing them all in the trash. GRRRR!!! RAWR!!!! I was tricked! I needed a sponsor in that moment. Had someone been with me, I would have been able to turn the other way. Just goes to show sometimes how we can be our own worst enemy.

I call on the law of forgiveness and I give thanks that this small incident does not make me a bad person or a failed Vegan but rather is an opportunity for growth. The way I felt immediately after and even still a little bit right now was not worth the 2 minute sensational satisfaction.

"I am FREEING myself from Security, Sensation and Power addictions that make my try to forcefully control people and situations in my life and thus destroy my serenity and keep me from loving myself and others" - 1st pathway from "The Handbook to Higher Consciousness" by Ken Keyes Jr.

Okay. Relief. This is one of those times. Glory to God.

The Vegan Vote

The conflict continues...I buy organic free range chicken from Trader Joe's for Dende. And every time I feel a little bit guilty, a little bit ashamed, a little bit hypocritical, like I want to make sure everyone in the store knows it's not for me, it's for my special doggie friend!

The bottom line is, a vast amount of the reason I choose Vegan is because of the corrupt, inhumane, unsanitary and evil food-industrial-complex. As long as we continue to vote "yes" with our wallets, checking out meat and dairy products, the system will persist. Even if it is for Dende, I'm still casting the wrong vote.

I have always rested on the crutch that if Dende were a little wild dog, he would eat meat in his natural environment. However, the fact that Dende is not a wild dog and is more like a spoiled teenager, means my reasoning doesn't hold up. More info HERE

I am discovering that like people, dogs are omnivores, meaning their bodies have adapted to process both meat and a plant based diet. There is of course the famous story of Bramble the Vegan Border Collie earning herself a place in the Guiness World Records​ for being the oldest living dog! It makes sense. Dog "food" like people "food" is processed and manipulated, preserved and toxic.

Dende, it's only a matter of time before we're sharing meals! Until then I think I'll just Rest In God knowing that day by day in every way my Vegan Practice is getting stronger!
#PracticeVegan #AnimalsAreTeachersNOTfood

Dende In His Natural Environment - lol :)

Hi, I Am A Practicing Vegan

Feeling a little bit overwhelmed in this moment. As far as my food consumption goes, I'm still Vegan, but when you start to pay attention, you realize there is so much more to it than diet alone. A simple Google search for "products with animal ingredients" may blow your mind.

Okay, so no more leather or fur, not that I was ever really that into leather and fur anyway, but then we have make up products, beer and apparently Downy laundry detergent, which "basically coats your clothes in lipids..." Oh yeah, feel the softness difference, animal fats all over my body. Sexy stuff guys.

Back to the one day at a time mentality. Yoga is called a "practice" because it is a life long journey of self discovery, learning and growth of the mind body and spirit. I am now realizing that being Vegan is very much the same. To successfully navigate the chaotic world of products, toxins, misinformation and mind control is not something that happens overnight.

There are so many elements to living a compassionate life Free From Harm and the beauty of it is that anyone can be a Practicing Vegan. As long as you are conscious of the choices you make and strive to work towards a healthier version of your self and your planet, then you are forming the habit. There is no judgement in practice, there is only the best you can do in each moment.

Over time I will transition into only purchasing and using only Vegan products, meaning products that have not been tested on animals or caused suffering for them in any way. For now, I know I will never again ingest animal ingredients as food throughout the remainder of my life and the rest of it is just a Practice in Veganism. One Day at a Time.

Practice Yoga. Practice Vegan. #PracticeVegan

Photo Cred: @PeterParker513

No Way! Vegan All Day!

Today on Hollywood Boulevard some street teamers were distributing free greek yogurt. Yogurt is one of those things that I actually really love and up until recently, I was eating almost it everyday. As I saw them though, I experienced an array of different emotions.

For one, I felt my conviction and enthusiasm flare. When I walked by and they offered, I declared "NO WAY! VEGAN ALL DAY!" They wore T-shirts with a cow on the back speaking a conversation bubble that read "G'Day!" ... Right. "G'Day!" is what the cows say when their babies are being stolen from them. Suuuure.

Which bought me to anger. All around me people were slurping free yogurt off of little paper spoons, and in addition to it being really unattractive, it just kind of pissed me off. How is everyone so ignorant to the truth about dairy?

Yet, I have to admit my internal conflict of jealousy. Yogurt tastes good, and secretly I wanted to eat one. Fortunately, more of me wanted to hold Vegan Strong. Ultimately, the work of finding more compassion and more patience is mine. Jealousy and anger derive from fear, so I must always remind myself that all I can do is be positive, cultivate more unconditional love for humanity and myself and do my best to be a shining representative for a Vegan lifestyle!


Slurp away little cow buddy! It IS for you!

Save One Piglet, Save the World

I'm all about the feel good posts lately. Today, I sat down to write without a concrete idea or intuition for what to put down. Scanning around Facebook for an inspiring article or guidance from Spirit, I came across the reminder from Woodstock Farm Sanctuary. (Please Like the page!!)

Yesterday I had watched a video of their newest family member, Lexi, the piglet. She was rescued by a culinary student turned activist who had been working on a farm to learn about slaughter, and meat preparation. As the kind hearted and compassionate go, he couldn't stomach the suffering and begged the farmer to give up the runt of the litter. One life saved is better than no lives saved! Save one piglet, save the world!

Today I couldn't turn away from the simple question, "Can you give in honor of Lexi...?" Why, yes indeed I can! And I will! And I must! So I did.

Please enjoy this spunky little nugget of swine.

LEXI THE PIGLET on Youtube ← Link

You Know That Food Group...The "Just Cuz" One?

There is this whole other food group that no one talks about called "The Just Because Food." For me, this is the left-overs that someone else didn't eat, the chips that someone is sharing, or the it's-in-my-plane-of-sight-so-it-must-go-in-my-mouth food. Being vegan has a nice way of cutting these "Just Cuz" foods out for the count. I'm totally relieved about it too.

In the past, I would have just eaten the extra slice of toast with butter and jelly I made for my boyfriend's breakfast this morning, but not this morning. It had butter, so it's not for me. I'm really against wasting food. I acknowledge and give thanks for how blessed I am to have fresh water and healthy food at my fingertips, so the idea of having to throw something away creates a bit of guilt. 

Yet, if I were to have eaten it, after I already had my fill of breakfast in the proportioned amount for my body, I'd feel physically and emotionally worse. Fortunately, I am left with a new opportunity to have better judgement when cooking to ensure that I minimize waste.

My Mom's motto has always been "better to have too much than not enough" and this I agree with for foods that can be eaten as left overs. Something like toast? Easier to make one more if he's still hungry than to toss the extra.

So now I say, with great joy...GOOD BYE to the extraneous group of "Just Cuz" foods! No more cheetos, left over cheese fries, pizza bites, uneaten toast or whatever other superfluous dairy filled snacks that may enter my experience. ‪#‎FeelingFree‬

Did I Mention I Love Memes?

Still Vegan. There, I blogged. Good night.

Carbs on Carbs on Avocados

Lunch is starting to annoy me. The closest places to me for midday eating are Subway and Fresh and Easy. Fresh and Easy has a prepared foods section, but literally, there are only 2 items that are completely vegan. An Organic chipotle southwest wrap with black beans and sweet potato which is actually delicious, and a tofu basil spring roll with peanut sauce which is also really tasty. Problem being, this one has modified corn starch and tofu aka soy, eating it repetitively just wouldn't be smart. There is a greek salad that has feta cheese in a container on the side but the romaine lettuce in all 10 salads that I checked today were brown and really unappetizing.

So, I am reduced to Subway. I get the "veggie delight chopped salad" and the employees always look at me funny when I say no cheese. Then I have to ask if there is dairy or chicken stock or eggs in the salad dressings and their ready to stab themselves in the eye with a squeeze bottle. I got the subway vinaigrette on the side and my salad was actually pretty yummy but I can't help but think all the veggies are GMO and theres probably MSG and all kinds of additives in the dressings. While I am still super beyond thrilled happy excited with my Vegan status, I am getting a tiny bit frustrated at the lack of on-the-go options.

The good news is, that before choosing Vegan I was a little bit preoccupied with my carb intake. I read a really great post on Instagram today which helped me to full embrace what I already knew and relax more fully into the fact that carbs are friends not fears!

Excerpts from @unitedstatesofgreed writes...
"Carbs are not the enemy. Calories are not the enemy. Fats are not the enemy.
...2,000 calories of cookies, burgers, potato chips will never compare to 2,000 calories of fresh fruit, vegetables and whole grains..."

"...all calories are not created equal. (Ie: chocolate vs apple)...carbs...(Ie: processed white bread vs brown rice)...fats...(butter vs avocado)"

"...Yes you can carb load, calorie load, fat load and still be healthy, but not if you eat crap foods. Oreos are vegan, unfrosted poptarts are vegan, Fritos are vegan, but shouldn't be a staple in the vegan diet. Understand?"

Loud and Clear!! Overall I feel a lot, lot better about my body and my diet since quitting animal products and feel comfortable to enjoy my 1/2 bagel topped with peanut butter, blueberry jelly and bananas next to my grapefruit for breakfast!

Tomorrow though, I'm going to get my lunch from the new Juicy Factory on Hollywood Boulevard. They boast some nice looking wraps and salads. I give thanks in advance that it's awesome. Glory to God.

And just because this little homie is hilarious and I am not inspired to post any other photo for the content....

400 Million Less

I follow a lot of yogis, vegans and conscious individuals on Facebook and Instagram. As a result, I ingest a healthy amount of truth each day. From the Vegans, I see a lot of heartbreaking images of helpless suffering animals and gory reflections of farms and slaughterhouses.

The shock value of these unfortunate realities pack a powerful punch when it comes to striking a nerve within those on the cusp of waking up. I get it. I am thankful for the purpose they serve, but as someone who is already fully aware it can be heart heavy.

Today, I came across a few light, uplifting memes and posts that didn't lose their revealing effect. I really appreciate these efforts. As I've learned, this topic can be a sensitive space and since my intention is to reach as many people as possible in a positive way, I believe having a certain degree of finesse is the most compelling.

Shout out to @vegantastic__ and @aintnothingnewunderthesun

Please enjoy!

Say No to Soy

My challenge is no longer maintaining my Vegan-ism. I'm confident that I will be able to continue with this lifestyle with ease and grace. Now, I just have to keep writing about my experience. So once again I use this as a space of accountability. I write it here for everyone to read...I resolve to author Vegan journey for at least 30 days total. Which leaves me with about 21 days to go.

Now, lets talk animal product free food. I've always been keen to the fact that a huge percentage of foodstuffs contain soy ingredients and that soy (contrary to popular belief) is actually really not necessarily good for you. There still seems to be a lot of controversy over the truth about soy, but my intuition tells me it is something to be avoided.

From my brief research, soy contains isoflavones or phytoestrogens which are basically a weak version of the naturally occurring estrogen hormone in our bodies. The structure similarity of these compounds allows phytoestrogens to sometimes inhibit the hormone in mammals like us, which in the quantities that it is consumed by the non-lable reading person can not be a good thing. Perhaps more alarming, between 80 - 90% of the soybeans in the US are genetically modified and processed. It is widely accepted that GMO food has no business in our bodies.

When you decide to go Vegan it becomes glaringly obvious how many less options there are for a quick lunch. On top of that, what is available is pretty much guaranteed to contain soy. Here in lies a double edged fork. Eat vegan without increasing your soy intake. Oof. I'm up for it. Bring it. Food-industrial-complex you will not break me!

https://liveto110.com/little-known-dangers-of-soy/

Once You Know...

Still Vegan. Still Sad. Once you know, you can't un-know. Early this morning walking on Hollywood Boulevard I was handed a pamphlet by a girl wearing a t-shirt that said "Mercy for Animals". Thanks God, for yet another synchronistic confirmation of my right action.

It was uplifting to see people walking around all day with these little brochures in their hands. Inevitably there were some that actually read it and took the information to heart thus planting the seed for their Vegan lifestyle to sprout. Yes. This is what I will tell myself...everyone that touched one of these tiny magazines has been purified and is destined to adopt a plant based diet. In my world everyone is Vegan. Welcome.

“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
― Mahatma Gandhi

Come on people, just stop.

‪#‎AnimalsAreTeachersNOTfood‬

Fantasy Farming Funness

It's becoming my new normal. I'm feeling a bit of a plateau in this moment as I don't feel super inspired to write about anything in particular. It is a whole lot less intimidating now and I am remembering that all it really takes to be Vegan or to do anything for that matter is conviction of heart. It is helpful that my friends and family are supportive and for the most part empathize with my choice.

With my belly full of "Perfect Pita", the most delicious and true to it's name falafel sandwich in Hollywood, my mind was turned to fantasy. I envisioned manifesting all the riches that belong to me by Divine Right and then buying as many meat and dairy "farm" factories as possible. As the proud new owner of thousands of exonerated death row animals, I choose to transform these farms into sanctuaries! Sorry guys, no more meat from my farms. Oops, I guess that means it just won't be available and more of you beautiful humans will have to adopt a plant based diet. Muuhaahaaa!!

Yeah, it's fantasy, in the conceptual stages, the details will work themselves out over time. All I must do is hold the vision of happy, healthy, laughing animals bounding about the green pastures of nature free to live their lives with their families and friends.

For now, suffice it to know that there are already brave souls out there laying the foundation for my future reality. SHOUT OUT to Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary. Beautiful! Wow! What an incredible resource, lots of really valuable information in this site including vegan recipes! Thank you! I want to go!

7 Days Down, A Lifetime to Go!

One full week of the Vegan commitment has come and gone. I actually lost track of time and had to check my previous posts to see how long it's been. I feel changed already.

Over the last few months (excluding this past 7 days of course) my eating habits have definitely taken a turn towards the junk foodie end of things, including a bit more alcohol and herbal consumption than normal. Instead of just enjoying a beer after a long productive day of completion, I began to chastise myself for the excess. Yet, with my new found vegan lifestyle a weight has been lifted and I no longer feel guilty for my choice of relaxation enhancement.

I am able to relax freely knowing that I am doing my part to change the food system and bring justice to the animals! Plus, the Spirit has shown me that this time in my life is short lived, I know that I will not be participating in these activities forever and not even for much more than another year. Choosing and sticking Vegan is more of a challenge than letting go of alcohol and weed so I'm excited! I am comforted to know that I can accomplish anything think I can, and I think I am that, I am. Glory to God!!

Cookie Monsters!

Today's victory...MY BOYFRIEND LOVES VEGAN COOKIES!! With my recent grocery shop, I grabbed a bag of the chocolate chip walnut from Trader Joe's. Over the last couple of days, as I slowly and strategically introduce variations on our favorites, he has declined my cookie offers, but today...he is a full fledged fan! And I quote, "It's just a good cookie, vegan or not, that's a good cookie." Yes! Enter: My Happy Smiley Dance!

One day at a time. One person at a time. One bite at a time. This is how the transformation occurs. It becomes a game to discover the new best things and it's exciting that "just a good cookie" can be healthy, harm-free and yummy! Glory to God!

Vegucate Yo-self Foo !!

I want to say it's official. I want to say that I'll be vegan for the rest of my life. Yeah, I know, it's only Day 5. Tonight I watched Vegucated, a guerrilla-style documentary that follows three meat and cheese loving New Yorkers who agree to adopt a vegan diet for six weeks and learn all the gory details of the industry plus health benefits of the lifestyle. (check it out on Netflix)

Again, I found myself reduced to tears. The movie depicted the recurring nightmare from my childhood trauma. A baby cow was born and immediately dragged from it's mother. In addition to the other horrific scenes of terrified chickens and pigs maimed, mistreated and murdered, I couldn't hold back the waterworks. My heart hurts. I am slightly comforted knowing that the most and best I can do is choose Vegan for myself. As long as I am that, I am. One person at a time.

I'm becoming more convicted, empowered and inspired. This daily blog is evidence of that. I am thankful, I am so thankful. Glory to God.‪#‎AnimalsAreTeachersNOTfood‬

Staying Vegan

Day 4, To do List:
1. Stay Vegan ....................... ✔
It feels like it is getting easier. I even got to enjoy a burrito from my most favorite hole in the wall, Asparagus Pizza. The only adjustment: no cheese = no big deal = no noticeable difference. Still deliciously scrumptious. yum. The real test will be when I order my pizza with no cheese. Still obsessed with this place!!

But that's all for today. Oh, and this...

Momentum!!!

It's all about momentum! Three days Vegan. Today I went grocery shopping for the first time with my new Vegan eyes, and though a slight increase in my total bill, I was able to find suitable substitutes for the dairy and egg containing products I would have previously purchased. I feel good.

For lunch, my boyfriend and I went to a hotdog joint on the boulevard, it has an exciting array of condiments from sauerkraut to pickles to tomato/cucumber salad and more. My boyfriend, (still in the process of phasing out meat from his diet and challenging me to practice compassion) is incredibly supportive of my decision and asked the old man behind the counter if I could just have a bun to fill with condiments. The man happily agreed, giving it for free and offering to warm it up for me, we shared this exchange:

Hotdog man: "Ahh, so you don't eat anything from an animal..." to which I replied "that's right sir, I love animals so I don't want to contribute to hurting them." He smiled and said, "You're right animals are better than people, especially dogs." I smiled and took my eclectically filled hotdog-less bun to the table. I was reminded how unfair it is that cows, pigs, chickens and other farm animals are used and exploited instead of loved an respected like our dogs and cats.

Ultimately, as I reflect on this short exchange with YogiDog man, I realize he was just a messenger from God affirming that I am on the right path. I am so thankful!

Bee The Change

Oh hey, i'm back tonight, and delighted to say the Vegan diet has been maintained for a second day. Now, silly of me to forget that this is one of those issues that can be controversial, so let me be clear:

*****My intention with "blogging" here is in no way meant to offend or disrespect anyone and/or their personal choices. I am not looking to convince, convert or condemn.*****

I am simply logging my own personal journey of this internal challenge I face based on the knowledge, research, study and personal experience of the topic that I have gained and participated in over my 30 years. 

That being said, I appreciate all those that commented on my previous post. I thank you for your positive energy and reminding me to stay humble in an area where my passion and sensitivity can sometimes get the best of me. Trust that I will continue to Bee My Truth and Glory to God, I have faith you all will do the same. Tried and true...

TODAY, I did it!

Okay, so here's the thing...though a dedicated vegetarian of 5 years, I want very badly to be Vegan. A couple years ago I was able to sustain a vegan diet for about 6 months and it was due to a book I read called "The Most Noble Diet: Food Selection and Ethics" by George Eisman. The book caused me to relive an extremely painful childhood memory while visiting my Aunt and (ex)Uncle's dairy farm in California. As a 7 year old in love with animals, it was beyond amazing for me to witness the birth of a baby calf. To my horror, within minutes of the calf's birth, it was torn from it's mother. I could not comprehend under what circumstances it would ever be okay to take a baby away from it's mother. 

Now, I know. The baby calf, a male (therefore worthless to the farm since he will not produce milk) was kept in a tiny box and sold for veal. The mother, abused and over-milked until the time when she would again be artificially inseminated and eventually sent to slaughter herself.

Adopting a vegan diet requires an EXTREME commitment to reading labels. Milk and Soy are contained within virtually EVERY product you can find in the grocery store. And if they are not explicitly included, then the foodstuff was likely "Made in a facility that processes milk and soy" or it will read, "May Contain Milk." Right. Ok.

Considering these two poisons are some of the most detrimental toxins to the human body and hugely contribute to calcification of our Pineal Gland (Third Eye) it is no surprise that the "Food" Industrial Complex has created such a design, but I digress.

The point of this post is to develop a way for me to hold myself accountable. TODAY, I did it. Today, I did not consume any dairy products, anything processed with dairy or anything that "may contain dairy". Currently website-less, I plan to use facebook as my blogging platform to cultivate will power, strength and courage to continue this new lifestyle choice. One day at a time. Day by day in every way, I am getting better and better. Glory to God, I am so thankful.
If anyone out there in facebook land would like to join me in this choice to take a stand for the animals, actualize a healthier version of your own physical, mental and spiritual self as well as relieve environmental stress from our Mother Earth, I invite you to comment, share your own experience and/or tag someone else looking to join the community. THANK YOU!!! Much Love!! ‪

 #‎animalsareteachersnotfood‬