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It's what he believes and if he is sincere about it and it does not interfere with his performance in any way then there is nothing wrong with it. Vegetarianism is considered a religious practice by many different cultures. DIs shouldn't be discriminating against anyone for their "beliefs". As for killing humans, done it and I'll do it again and again. Besides, the more humans I kill the less of them will be destroying our land and killing the plants and animals that we as humans should be living symbiotically alongside.

"Be the change you want to see in the world."
- Mahatma Gandhi
"When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive - to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love."
- Marcus Aurelius
"Innovation shakes foundational beliefs we thought were solid, and that can ignite the fear of change in us all." - Susan Hannibal
"Nothing will benefit human health and increase chances for survival of life on Earth as the evolution to a vegetarian diet." - Albert Einstein
"It is my view that the vegetarian manner of living by its purely physical effect on the human temperament would most beneficially influence the lot of mankind." - Albert Einstein
"Eat less and you will live longer. Therefore, you will get to eat more." - David Wolfe

-> This one is very important. My Native ancestors were a heck of a lot smarter than we are.
"The frog does not drink up the pond in which he lives." - Native American Proverb

"The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing." - Albert Einstein
"Bring the boon and share the karma." - me
"It is what it is and it wouldn't be if it wasn't." - me
"Having a seedless fruit is like having a mother without a child." - me

Hooah! Have the best day ever!
Chief

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Originally posted by RawSoldier:
Hooah! Have the best day ever!
Chief

Hmmmm. Army? And his only two posts are in the Marine Wannabe Forum.

I had a different account before, but I never used it. My wife's grandfather and my father were Marines. I am happy being a Soldier, Semper Fi. I happen to share a common interest with my fellow Soldiers/Humans who choose not to consume animal products as I am a vegan myself. I choose to only consume raw/living vegetables, fruits, seeds, and nuts. I have done extensive research on this way of eating, the good and the bad. Everything, including my own personal results and my intuition, tells me that it's the most optimal diet. At the same time, it is the most basic and simple way of eating. It is a fairly new lifestyle (6 mos) for me, but one that has profoundly changed my life and I have every intention of maintaining it, even in combat. I want to help other Soldiers/Marines/Sailors/Airmen change their diet, change their life, and change the planet while we're at it.

Suicide rates are very high right now. We can do better than that.

Have the best ever!
George

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Besides, the more humans I kill the less of them will be destroying our land and killing the plants and animals that we as humans should be living symbiotically alongside.

It sounds to me like the nutjobs at PETA and ALF and ELF will have a new member, soon. You, Rawsoldier, are a ****ing hypocrite, with a statement like that. You are willing to kill humans, and place the well being of plants and animals over them? No, you're more than a hypocrite, you are off your rocker.

I wonder if you would feel the same way if another person with your same outlook killed one of your meat-eating family members....?

OK, that was a little irrational and I assure you I am not that violent. I would only kill in defense of that which I hold dear or for survival. I love human beings just the same. There are quite a few that I could exclude, I don't pretend to love all "God's" children. There are some that just do not deserve it.

I have been accused of being crazy before, nothing new. I consider my views inline with a heightened state of awareness. I know the subject of food and eating can be really personal sometimes. Food is more addictive than crack! For instance

It doesn't have to be that way. Food has a sole purpose and that is to provide vital nutrients that our bodies need. Very simple. Wild animals don't have to think about whether they want BK or pizza. It's just a natural instinctive skill for them. We have that instinct too. It has been "taken" by something that can be summed up in one word, greed, which started with the discovery that fire could manipulate food. Did you see "There will be blood?"... simply greed.

No matter what you say about me, you are my brothers/sisters in arms and I love you for what you do. I don't hate you for being a meat-eater, I hate the industry of factory farming. I will still teach my daughter how to catch fish and kill animals for food in case the need arises. She knows edible wild plants and insects as well. By the way, I guess I'm not a vegan because I eat ants and wear cow skin boots. Humans, however herbivorous our physiological makeup is, are awesome creatures when it comes to survival and adaptability. We are also awesome for being able to inflict change within ourselves and those around us. Just know there is an alternative way that I consider far superior and benefits ALL. Just because you're a Soldier doesn't mean you couldn't do it.

Thank you for your comments!

Regards,
George

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OK, that was a little irrational and I assure you I am not that violent. I would only kill in defense of that which I hold dear or for survival.

Not irrational. I refer AGAIN to your previous statement, which, in your own words, assures me that you ARE violent, and place humans below animals, plants and dirt. "Besides, the more humans I kill the less of them will be destroying our land and killing the plants and animals that we as humans should be living symbiotically alongside.".

I support this with your follow-on statement of, " I would only kill in defense of that which I hold dear or for survival.". That which I hold dear is a significantly obscure statement. For example, my 8 year old holds his Legos dear. Therefore, by your vague logic, he would be justified in killing another human being in defense of his Legos....

If you wish to retract your poorly worded prior statements, I would completely understand.


If people were not meant to eat animals, then why are they made of meat?

Man, you're a stickler aren't ya! LOL -retracted I can't take it anywhere else.

Here is something for you to watch when you have time. He is a retired Soldier. I think his theories about meat consumption can be refined, but still an educational speech.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84otsNRkbDg

Have a great day!
George

Well, dang-it, that was certainly anti-climactic... You're supposed to argue and debate.

For the record, while I am a world class carnivore, I do not agree with some of the methods used in slaughtering factory farmed livestock. I do believe in monitoring and regulation, even if I have to pay more. We typically try to avoid factory farm meats, and buy locally.