197. I have tried

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I have tried time and again

To remove the curse of life.

But alas, I have failed.

I have tried time and again

To garland the duty of life.

I have at times succeeded.

I have at times successfully sailed

My life's dream-boat

In the sea of beauty's reality-shore.

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From:Sri Chinmoy,A soulful cry versus a fruitful smile, Agni Press, 1977
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