Lots of what was posted by Tom, and others, about avocados and the trees is
true.  But is this not, indeed, just "debunking" the NFL guys. Why make such
comments on the avocado tree poster, rather, do we not realize that the
PRINCIPLE of the RAW-FOOD  message is what they are concerned with? I find
it sad to see that some seem to "seek" to hit the dog and, as we know, there
is always a stick to be found.   Let us look at the good that is in it (and
the avocado tree poster is just some fun, and why not?),  Maybe the
following is some example of what to look for: All of us have somewhere some
faults, an ego, personality, but, overall, we are all good people.  Should
we concentrate on our 1 or 2% of ego, faults, or should we not expand on the
goodness that we all have within us? We know the answer!
So, let us look at the goodness the 3 guys advocate and that is the
promotion of the RAW FOOD  diet.
Let us realize that the way to a RAW FOOD/FRUIT path is also one of inner
peace and harmony within, an wholistic affair, body, mind and spirit.  We
need to support and encourage each other and what kind of raw food, that
comes later and will likely differ for each, depending on one's personal
insights and progress.
I feel and know that there is too much emphasis on only the physical aspects
of diet, eating and food.  Have joy and relax into the new diet, make it a
happy time to experience.   Al the best in good health.  Rene (Fruitarian
Network)