I have been an off and on vegetarian for the past 8 years. At one point, I was strictly vegetarian for 5. This was an odd time in my life, people would constantly ask me why I chose not to eat meat? Is it because you strongly believe in animal rights? Is it for health reasons? Is it part of your religion? My answer was always none of the above. I simply liked the idea of being vegetarian, so I stuck with it. The strange truth was I never had a good reason to live that lifestyle, I was simply being myself. I honestly don't think this is a big deal. I don't think people should have to be able to clearly explain every life decision they make. I've seen people do far worse things than choose vegetarianism, without a reason in the world to back up their actions. Read more