In regards to eating meat

[Diana]

I would like to remind everyone that we are discussing meat-eating in this thread (and animals, and the implications), not Monica.

If anyone would like to start a thread, "The problem with Monica and the way she communicates," it would be better to discuss Monica there. Or perhaps chime in on the thread devoted to differences in communication styles.

In the meantime, a little understanding toward Monica would be welcome, as we all struggle with communication here.

Also, while discussing what some call fanaticism has a place in the conversation in reference, it is not the topic. The topic is meat-eating. Anyone may start a thread on "PETA, good or bad."

Would it be possible for all of us to get past accusations? Logic alone will tell us that while PETA exists as an activist org, not all vegetarians are PETA, just as not all Muslims are terrorists. To all those asking for respect, compassion and respect might also be extended to Monica, and even to the PETA activists. If I, as a vegetarian, can feel compassion for people raising and slaughtering animals cruelly (and I do based on the idea that they do it out of "ignorance"--in other words, not knowing what they do), even though it hurts me to the very core to know it goes on, then I think the consciously evolving STO-oriented people on this site can find some compassion for Monica and animal activists.

I respect all opinions here. That does not mean I agree with them. They do, however, add to my sum of knowledge and understanding.