Susiblu: “Hi, I’ve been vegetarian for about 35 years. Yesterday my daughter, who is 17 and vegetarian from birth, told me she’s ‘taking a year out’ and eating meat — as if it’s some kind of conscience sabbatical. I feel utterly distraught that she is going against everything she was brought up to believe in, and feel the only way I can atone for her terrible decision is to become vegan. … Any ideas on an easy transition would be very welcome. Also, any help on easing the pain of what I can only describe as my daughter’s betrayal would really help.”