I have been a vegetarian for a week now and it pleases me to say that this change is easier than I thought it would be. I would be lying if I said I'm not struggling, but it gets easier as the days go by. Although, I have to be honest and confess to something: About three days ago, I caved and ate chicken. As I was chewing, I remembered why I made the decision to be a vegetarian from the first place. Thankfully, that reminder snapped me back to reality, and I spit the chicken out. I thought it would be really difficult to see people eat meat in front of me, and it was, but not anymore. I honestly don't even pay attention to it. Right now, the only difficulty I'm having is creating vegetarian recipes with the ingredients around me. Of course, it will take some getting used to. However, I do like being inventive and creating things, so it should be fun. Being a vegetarian is a rewarding and fun experience. I highly recommend it. Diary of a new vegetarian – Day 1 Yesterday was the first day of Ramadan and it was also my first day as a vegetarian. I thought it would be rather difficult not to eat animal meat, especially during Ramadan. However, despite my fears, I am very glad to report that it was the exact opposite. I had been dreading asking my mother what is for Iftar the whole day, because I was worried everything would include meat. Thankfully, only one dish did: chicken fajitas. Usually, I do feel like I have to taste it. Not necessarily eat from it, but at least get a bite. That makes my mom happy. I am very happy to say I did not feel that way today. I didn't even think it. My mom usually gives me a lecture about vegetarianism. She says eating meat is a must, and that it is actually pretty good for me. I have never agreed. Today, however, she did not do, or say, anything about me not trying her chicken fajitas. Maybe she didn't notice, maybe she finally accepts my decision. It doesn't really matter. I've always wanted to be a vegetarian, and I think it's going to stick this time. Let's hope the next few days of Ramadan is as easy as the first. BM
