Approaching Easter

It is almost the end of Lent, which means I'll be able to have meat again soon, since that's what I gave up for Lent. It has been an interesting experience, although not as difficult as I had anticipated. I haven't really noticed any health benefits, which most vegetarians claim exist, although I'm probably just not getting all the right foods to balance out not having meat. I think the experience has been one of learning, though. And that relates to the first poetry book I'm working through, in a way. In many parts of the world, having a balanced diet is rare and even getting enough food to survive can be difficult. However, look at those of us living in the United States. For the most part, even when we are going through an economic crisis, we still have plenty of food to eat and all the meat we want. I can't necessarily say I've completely realized how lucky I am to never have to go hungry, although I have certainly begun to learn that food shouldn't be taken for granted.