welcome to my journey

So here we have it – a way to make me accountable for this decision I have made, but also to keep a track of my progress or ideas.  In short, I am henceforth a vegan.

Unlike a lot of people I am not choosing this lifestyle because I am terribly concerned about animal rights (although I am concerned).  I am choosing to change the way I live because I want to reduce my personal impact on the planet and because I cannot ethically choose to use animal by-products, or petrochemicals, knowing the impact they have on the environment.

Its going to be tough.  Switching to vegetarianism has been a success and I know that I can do anything I put my mind to – anything!

The other factors I am considering when making decisions are the origins of products, the process of production, the ownership of the company and the impact on my health.  For this reason, I am not simply going to be a vegan, but also a locavore, and purchasing organic products.

Wish me luck!!