Changes

Growing causes changes.

Humans fine growth and change a difficult thing sometimes, because it causes us to step out of our comfort zone....but really, it all depends on the motivation for the changes. Generally, there are three motivations to live vegan.

1.  Compassion for animals

2.  Health concerns

3.  Ecological concerns

For me it's all about the animals and I find that improving my health and the condition of the earth mother are the happy side effects.

A  Whopper or a bowl of mac & cheese used to put me in my comfort zone, food wise,  as did grilled cheese, ham on rye, cheese pizza with pepperoni....oh my. (notice how cheese seems to be a common theme?:-))

But I've changed, and those things no longer give me comfort, in fact they make me very UNcomfortable, cause me to grieve, and I have no desire for them.  My new comfort foods are things like lentil stew, split pea soup, fresh baked bread, veggie burgers, rice and beans with greens, and the most yummy pizza made with Daiya cheese and lots of veggies....all home made with mainly organic ingredients and lots of love.

These are the changes that people see in me right now, and they are vast and cause a whole new lifestyle, but what I feel inside is the really amazing part....
and I'll get into that next time:-)