sototallycarl asked: There is no such thing as mindful consumption of meat. Is there such a thing as mindful farming of people? A mindful murder of a human? A mindful genocide? How is killing in one way more humane than killing in another? It could be more considerate and ultimately less gruesome, but at the end of the day your killing a sentient being. If you had to kill the animal yourself looking it right in the eyes as you do the deed would you feel the same way about your meal as you do buying it from a feel good slaughter house?

I do not expect a response, only I hope you have thought or will think about these questions. Thank you for being open to them.

hi there, i’m just seeing your note and appreciate your thoughts. i do understand your perspective. i’m dedicating my life to this work for a few reasons, but the overarching one is my ultimate, total love and appreciation for all animals whose lives are graciously given for our nourishment. my theory is simple: everything is a process, and people will not stop eating meat any time soon (if ever, as we have evolved as omnivores). thus, i feel that it is my responsibility to take care of our friends as well as possible as they pass their energy to us in the form of food. to note, i have participated in the passing of animals meant for consumption, and it filled me to the brim with gratitude, humbleness, and appreciation for what they give to us. at the end of today, the present moment in which we live, those of us who care about our animal friends need to be active participants in turning around the atrocity that has become our industrial meat (food) system - and that will not happen by sitting idly by and ignoring the process, or by giving in to philosophy. 

i hope that helps provide a bit of clarity around why i am doing what i’m doing. i would love to stay connected, should you be open to continuing a dialogue, as i’m always open to new perspectives. please find me at facebook.com/herminjard

thank you - with peace and love,

claire