[ astoria's laugh is one of a musical tilt, amused and entertained at the thought. ]

I do not need to eat, and even if I did, I would certainly not eat you.

[ and she offers a warm bag of . . .peanuts? she is pretty sure they are peanuts. ]

I am simply . . . attempting to welcome the newcomers, and apologize for those who have been here for some time. Those are my only intentions, with the food.