Lauren,

That was a very powerful poem. And you're right, most people don't think twice about cow slaughter because we were brought up in a meat eating society. That's the way it's supposed to be. Unfortunately, when you develop a bond it becomes so much more difficult.

I'm sorry for your loss honey. And I don't blame you for not touching beef since then. I certainly couldn't do it either.

((((HUGS))))

Donna