They all know the truth, that there are only three subjects worth talking about. At least here in these parts, " he says, "The weather, which, as they're farmers, affects everything else. Dying and birthing, of both people and animals. And what we eat - this last item comprising what we ate the day before and what we're planning to eat tomorrow. And all three of these major subjects encompass, in one way or another, philosophy, psychology, sociology, anthropology, the physical sciences, history, art, literature, and religion. We get around to sparring about all that counts in life but we usually do it while we're talking about food, it being a subject inseparable from every other subject. It's the table and the bed that count in life. And everything else we do, we do so we can get back to the table, back to the bed. Marlena De Blasi
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The subject of the weather is always on the mind of farmers. When they are not farming, they are thinking about their crops, their livestock and what they will do with their land. The subject of dying and birthing is where farm animals have to be born or die. This subject can be discussed by anyone who has an interest in animals.

The subject of food is also on the mind of every individual because it is so important to be able to eat. However, some people discuss this subject while talking about health, religion or politics. We all have our favorites when it comes to our favorite subject, but no one has any right to discuss another person's favorite topic.

Source: A Thousand Days In Tuscany: A Bittersweet Adventure

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