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A LOVING TOKEN
Daughter,
'They say that this is an auspicious occasion. The
time is opportune but it is a painful experience and
only he understands who is affected, how the
parents at this moment are afflicted.
It is the parting from one's own bosom;
It is the shifting of the light from one's home.
This is not just the shedding of a tear,
But it is the sign of pain for one so dear;
The flow of a daughter's love has turned to water,
The intellect also is now just water.
Though fulfilled has been my ambition,
But attachment has overtaken my patience.
This is the occasion to give you a gift;
Should it be fine clothes or ornament ?
If possible I would give you a necklace of gold,
Not once only but in a hundred fold.
If I do not give, it will be a matter of shame;
So take what I offer child, in my name.
No ruby or diamonds, nor riches,
Nor garland of twigs studded with flowers;
Should I to the jeweller or gardener myself bind ?
No, my ornaments are not for body but for the
mind.
Therefore if you accept my percepts as jewel,
Your life will ever be a shining example.