Fidel Antonio gets the essence of it, a truth that transcends status, nationality, race or species – animals have the right to life, just like us. And we do not need to eat them to live and thrive.

Standing up for what I believe outside of my personal life, even in relatively benign circumstances, was easier to do than I once would have thought.

A simple invitation, the potential for new bonds to be forged... and how being vegan influences a seemingly simple yes or no.

Our truest ethics and worth will be judged by how we have treated the most vulnerable and helpless of creatures.