Too poor for a bribe, and too proud to importune,
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Dear, as the light that visits these sad eyes;
Dear, as the ruddy drops that warm my heart.
Rich windows that exclude the light,
And passages that lead to nothing.
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Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon 'em.
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Why make such game of this poor life of ours?
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