THE VEGETARIAN THAT DIDN'T LIKE VEGETABLES

Once upon a time I had a son named Brit. He was a kind and caring boy from the very beginning, who loved animals, and was always committed to his own set of values and beliefs. Brit grew to be a kind and caring teen (no, I'm not kidding) who still loves animals and many other things as well. Being a teenager, Brit began to care about more than just Legos and remote control cars, he started to wonder how and why things are the way they are. When someone on t.v. spoke about social injustice, or war, or animal cruelty, Brit started to pay attention. He is, as I mentioned, a caring boy. A while back Brit decided he wanted to adopt a vegetarian lifestyle. He felt it was his small way of helping his fellow living beings, and a way to be more healthy. One problem though... Brit doesn't like vegetables!

The road to vegetarianism has been a bit rocky for Brit. He's learning that in order to be healthy veg, he has to really think about balancing his meals, especially since he is still growing. He incorporates his meat substitutes, lots of fresh fruits, vitamins, and even dairy. But he keeps coming back to the fact that if he is going to reap the full benefits of his veggie lifestyle, he's got to add those veggies! He's not giving up though. And as I watched him choke down a salad with spinach in it at Sizzler tonight, I couldn't help but feel proud of him for sticking to his convictions. I also had to giggle a little at the situation. I think sometimes the greatest restrictions we have, are the ones we put upon ourselves.

Good work Brit! I'm proud of you.