We are always more disposed to laugh at nonsense than at genuine wit; because the nonsense is more … - Margaret of Valois

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Cheap meat is the problem. The answer is to replace meat recipes with vegan meals.

Margaret of Valois

We are always more disposed to laugh at nonsense than at genuine wit; because the nonsense is more agreeable to us, being more comfortable to our natures.

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