Onions, Not Artichokes

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"­If only we were able to peel off every layer of expectation laid upon us by society, the artificial constructions of identity, gender, class and occupation, irritating demands that others place upon us, we would find our true selves hidden within, like a cook preparing an artichoke, peeling away the rough leaves to find the hidden tender heart inside."

Bishop of Kensington, Graham Tomlin

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