When I post a recipe or swoon about food, there is a nagging itch in my brain.  It is an uncomfortable itch.  I know that some of my vegan friends read my blog.  It hurts me to think that I may be hurting them.  To my vegan friends, I would like to say the following:

You are right.  The most compassionate, sustainable, and healthy way of eating is plant-based. You have made me aware of the many atrocities against animals and you have softened my heart.  I admire your sensitivity and your message resonates in my soul.  Even though I may not be vegan, you have accomplished to make me think and desire to do better.  I ultimately see myself becoming 75% vegan as I strive to make better choices.  I hope you see that as a victory.  In truth, that may be the best I can do.  But one thing I can say for sure is that I respect you and never wish to offend you.  Keep educating – you are making change!

I hope someday we live in a vegan world.

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