A bit off topic: I watched a TV show, it was a competition for the best young chef. At one point they took the chefs out into the country side to cook somewhere, on the drive they got caught up in some sheep that were out in the road. All the chefs in the car looked around in amazement, one said, "This is where our meat comes from?"... I was just amazed. They had no idea how big a sheep is, or that it is a real live animal with feelings and a desire for food, shelter, comfort etc.

There is also a local farmers show where they let you come and see the cows. I love standing there and seeing the amazement in peoples eyes as they realise that cows are huge, smelly and hot. People touch them, they are fury and warm and nice. Yes, we kill them and eat them. There is a massive disconnect here. Urban farms are a really good idea.

Oh and third boring story. We had a friend over and we sat outside. We could hear the cows moo-ing. She didn't know what the noise was and was amazed when we told her. They moo because the farmer has sold the calves. It takes them days to mourn the loss. Drink up your milk.

[edit] I drink milk and eat meat. Not much, but I still enjoy both. I think the fact that as a society we 'hide' this from most people is wrong. Let people know about where their food comes from and let them choose.