I love this post! I had the same journey but i did not begin my vegan journey until much later in my life, I grew up on a farm. My learned behaviors followed me until my adult years. After health complications I decided the change in diet was best for me. It was a gradual change for me, I started with eating just white meat, then went to vegetarian and then finally after three years of progress I began vegan.My health problems are now nonexistent and I feel great, mentally, emotionally and physically. I resteemed and followed, I am excited to follow you through your journey. Love and light