Discoveries

They say you catch more flies with honey than vinegar, but it appears - being non-honey users - eco-veg's prefer vinegar. Most eco-veg centered books tell people the things they are not ready to hear and therefore keep them from joining the movement even at a small level. This has been my problem in trying to find a book I can share with my mother. I love my mom, and one of the things I love about her, is that she has supported my veganism as well as my movement towards a more eco-friendly lifestyle. She understands that I do not want a new diamond engagement ring, traditional wedding, or children. She respects my decisions. Yet, often, after reading a new book or article that has inspired some great change, I find myself unable to discuss the points the book brings up with my mom. I cried for days after I read Mad Cowboy knowing that my family was poisoning their system by partaking of the status quo. However, recently, I read an eco-lifestyle book that is honey. It does not cover everything, and considering how far down the rabbit hole I already find myself, this was not the book I needed it to be, but The Eco Chick is finally a book I can share with my mother. It keeps an open mind, so the reader can, too - does not believe that veganism is the ONLY way, and even introduces ways to keep your pets safe (I love my family's cat, Seuss!). I know my mother reads a lot and knows a lot about why I do, what I do, but this is one book that says a lot of the things I believe and is a good guide for why I do and want what I do and want!

And speaking of wants, I read a Skittles' package today and it had a magical word on it - gelatin-free! I still have two bags of European Skittles because the American version has gelatin - I guess I should say HAD. I hope this is a permanent thing cause I do not know anyone going to Europe any time soon!