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The Love Bite

March 18, 2014 · In: ROMANCE

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When Chris tells me he loves me, I often respond with, “Yes, but how do I know?” Very annoying. Well, the last time he replied with, “I always give you the good bite when we share food.” 

Wow. I am really loved. If I were a pooch, I’d be the one who would hang out in the kitchen. Not the one waiting for any crumb to fall, but waiting for you to slow cook some organic, grass fed, step 5 (basically someone read the cow bedtime stories every night), burgundy, short ribs and share a little with me because I licked your leg very gently and cutely.

How do you SHOW love? I seem to like showing off the amount of love I receive by my thigh size. Love that.

I Instagrammed this morsel I found waiting for me in the kitchen one afternoon. SOMEONE didn’t want to eat the last piece and leave me nothing. 

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Is he looking at the rest of the pizza thinking which slice should go to me? Hope so! 

By: Christina Warren · In: ROMANCE

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  1. Thien Do says

    March 20, 2014 at 12:42 pm

    That’s so sweet! I show people I love them through food too. I guess I get it from my momma :p

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    • Christina Warren says

      March 25, 2014 at 9:57 am

      I totally get it from my momma too! I feel so lucky to have a mom who would spend so much time in the kitchen! She still does and sends me home with food when I visit!

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  2. Alisia says

    March 18, 2014 at 5:17 pm

    You two are the cutest! I love how he always leaves little things behind for you, it’s so cute and thoughtful. Oh and that pizza looks delish!

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    • Christina Warren says

      March 18, 2014 at 5:23 pm

      Thanks, Alisia…yes, the crumbs of love. 😉 I LOVE authentic Italian pizza!!! I’ve only been twice but I’ve eaten loads of it there and always try to find a place near our home. This was incredible in Culver City (where Sony pictures is located).

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      • Alisia says

        March 19, 2014 at 5:41 am

        If I ever make it out that way, I will definitely need your opinion on more fantastic places to visit 🙂

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        • Christina Warren says

          March 19, 2014 at 9:12 am

          I LOVE making go-to lists for my favorite cities! I did a post for Seattle so I need to do one for LA too!

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  3. Jessica says

    March 18, 2014 at 4:39 pm

    I think that is so sweet. And that pizza looks delicious.

    Tracy @ Sunny Days and Starry Nights

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    • Christina Warren says

      March 18, 2014 at 5:23 pm

      Thank you! It was sooo devine!

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  4. Becca Dorr says

    March 18, 2014 at 3:31 pm

    Haha that is definitely love. Yesterday as we shared a side of truffle fries (YUM), I expressed my worry that Tim would get more than me, since he eats faster. So he stopped when the last few were left.

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    • Christina Warren says

      March 18, 2014 at 5:24 pm

      Truffle fries are my FAVORITE thing (said that in monster voice). Tim knows what’s good for him! 🙂 Sometimes I totally have to tell Chris: put the utensils down for a bit or you have to get your own plate! 🙂

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  5. Rebekah says

    March 18, 2014 at 9:43 am

    That might be the sweetest thing I’ve heard yet- what a great man!

    – Rebekah

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    • Christina Warren says

      March 18, 2014 at 5:30 pm

      Thanks, Rebekah! Our stomachs fell in love with each other. 😉 We’re not the typical Southern California toothpick, air eating athletes! lol

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  6. Lauren {Fizz & Frosting} says

    March 18, 2014 at 8:03 am

    Food sharing definitely equals love in my household – especially when it’s the REALLY tasty stuff! 😉

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    • Christina Warren says

      March 18, 2014 at 5:29 pm

      Our lives revolve around food! 🙂 …and love. 🙂

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  7. Julie Enns says

    March 18, 2014 at 6:12 am

    Yuuummmm this all looks so delicious! Especially paired with such sunny weather! 🙂

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    • Christina Warren says

      March 18, 2014 at 5:28 pm

      I would eat outside exclusively if I could! My dream house has an outdoor living room and dining room…plus a pizza oven…and a fireplace…this could go on forever. Basically I’m living outside with an indoor bathroom. 😉

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  8. jackie jade says

    March 18, 2014 at 5:56 am

    aw that’s so cute! sharing food definitely equals love 🙂

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    • Christina Warren says

      March 18, 2014 at 5:28 pm

      Yes, Food=Love! My family has always been that way! Surely we’ll pass it on!

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  9. Elisa says

    March 18, 2014 at 3:50 am

    That is too cute, you guys sound like such a lovely couple!
    Also, that pizza is literally making me shake it looks so good, because I am currently on a grain-free, dairy-free regiment to try and fix some stuff, and OMG pizza is the only thing that I really, really miss.

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    • Christina Warren says

      March 18, 2014 at 5:31 pm

      WOW that is a strict diet! I hope you’re reaping some incredible benefits and relief with the change! I’m doing a GF DF recipe tomorrow…but it does have some grain flour! AH I’m sure you have tapped into the incredible resources for your diet! I’m proud of you for adhering to it!!

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