Respecting Life … ( 04 / 03 / 2012 )
Respecting Life … ( 04 / 03 / 2012 )
“ We have enslaved the rest of the animal creation , and have treated our distant cousins in fur and feathers so badly that beyond doubt , if they were able to formulate a religion , they would depict the Devil in human form .” ~ William Ralph Inge
First things first , a few challenging facts :
FACT : Animals are sentient beings , each of whom cares for their loved ones , seeks a pleasurable life , and fears pain & death .
FACT : It is NOT necessary for humans to ingest meat protein to live in vibrant health .
FACT : Over 19,000 animals are slaughtered in the United States every minute of every day .
“ From beasts we scorn as soulless , in forest , field and den , The cry goes up to witness the soullessness of men .” ~ M . Frida Hartley
And now , a positive side of this Reality :
FACT : You are a caring , sentient being — capable of wonderful acts of compassion and kindness . FACT : It is NOT necessary for you to eat animals to live in vibrant health . FACT : By refusing to eat animals , you will encourage great change — you will powerfully speak the only language that the meat industry speaks : the language of supply and demand ; the language of your money . And rest assured , listen they will …
In conclusion , here ’ s one final FACT for you : It may not be easy , and it might require some sacrifice , and yet you can be the change you wish to see . So go get to it , my Friends … Go get to it !
LOVE requires doing things that are Right , even if they are difficult …
So … got LOVE ?
“ If you love animals called pets , why do you eat animals called dinner ?” ~ anonymous
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