Mary HowittWill you walk into my parlour?" said the Spider to the Fly
About This Quote
This quote is about inviting someone into your home. The spider is making the offer, and the fly is accepting. It’s an invitation to enter someone’s home for a friendly chat.
Source: The Spider And The Fly
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