let me be poor until i die.
let me be rich in my poverty…
and feel every small wound,
share every small sorrow,
dance with every small joy…
let me struggle with my brothers
to find human simple dreams.
let me feel companionship,
both the good and the bad.
and let me sleep with caring….
let my hands get dirty,
let my bowl be shared!
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