I have not eaten animals in over 50 years. I can smell the rotting flesh from the other room. The smell is so nauseating, along with the fact that I researched early on how our Frankenstein food system works, that I am very content with my decision. I never make a fuss or comment at family/friend gatherings, just quietly eat what I can. It's a shame your mother couldn't do that.

I could never swallow all that suffering.