Pet a Cow

~You ask people why they have deer heads on the wall. They always say, 'Because it's such a beautiful animal.' There you go. I think my mother's attractive, but I have photographs of her.~

-Ellen DeGeneres

The other day a co-worker asked me, "How do you stay motivated enough to be vegan? I feel like I should go pet a cow or something, so then maybe I'd feel bad eating it. Did you pet a cow?" No, no I did not pet a cow. However, that provided a good laugh.  Instead, I made an informed decision to put less junk in my body, and from there, the motivation to remain healthy has been reason enough to continue.  If you're wondering what I am talking about, just read a few of the facts below. (I have included a few good links to check out) 

Let me make it clear: I'm not trying to make anyone a vegan.  That is not my intention, at all.  I am just trying to explain my reasoning and thought process. 

Believe the facts, or don't.  Eat meat, or don't. But, whatever you do... please, don't go petting any cows. It can't be safe.

http://www.liberation-mag.org.uk/vegan.htm

http://www.goveg.com/theissues.asp

http://www.veganmeans.com/how_veganism/Becoming_Vegan_what_is_veganism.htm