I started out as a vegetarian due to dislike of meat textures as a teen. As I got into my 20s I became more aware of the meat and dairy industries' horrific abuses of animals but still wasn't ready for that full transition to veganism. Finally in my early 30s I became vegan. Every food derived from animals made me see their horrified faces before their torture and slaughter that we pay for. Although we all have a choice with what we eat, I hope we all start to challenge our own moral compass and reflect on our contribution to the suffering of all other species.