"When Great Trees FallWhen great trees fall,rocks on distant hills shudder,lions hunker downin tall grasses,and even elephantslumber after safety.When ...

Eating is so intimate. It's very sensual. When you invite someone to sit at your table and you want to cook for them, you're inviting a person into your life.
~ Maya Angelou ~












Eating is so intimate. It's very sensual. When you invite someone to sit at your table and you want ...
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