Eating out.

With all the eco-controversy surrounding beef cattle, because of all the destructive methane they release into the atmosphere, a lot of green people choose to go vegetarian. My wife has been off meat for over half a year now, and not because she's eco-conscious but just because she feels it's healthier. Well, I don't know about that (after all, things like french fries and peanut butter are both still technically vegetarian), but I am trying to be more conscious of how much beef I eat lately. It's tough, especially since the new house we just got is only a mile from a Steak n' Shake...mmmm...but, hey, if these choices weren't tough I wouldn't have felt compelled to start this blog. Though I said my wife is vegetarian, she still eats fish, and so I've sort of unofficially started taking her lead. When we go out to eat, which we have been doing a lot lately during our renovation, I try to get shrimp or fish, or, in a pinch, chicken. I've still been known to have a burger now and then, and I don't feel too bad about that. I don't think beef should be outlawed or anything, I just think we as a society could cut back on how much of it we consume, and I'm trying to do my part. What's important to remember, if you're struggling at the drive through menu between getting that double quarter-pounder or the lowly fish fillet, is that after you eat either of them you will be full, satisfied, and won't need more food again until dinner. So why not make the more earth-friendly choice? Forget giving in to your "cravings" and just fill your stomach. The ozone layer will thank you.