382. I HAVE INHERITED

My sister Lily’s love and determination
         I have inherited.

My sister Arpita’s concern and service
         I have inherited.

My brother Chitta’s poetry and sacrifice
         I have inherited.

My brother Hriday’s philosophy and wisdom
         I have inherited.

My brother Mantu’s patience and detachment
         I have inherited.

My sister Ahana’s music and immensity
         I have inherited.

My mother Yogamaya’s psychic tears and surrender
         I have inherited.

My father Shashi Kumar’s inner confidence and outer triumph
         I have inherited.