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| on the beach with sunlight shining down on me blessing me with warmth |
"Sir, have you forgotten the promise you made in your mother's womb, to die before you die?
When will you remember what you intended?
Don't let your donkey wander loose! It will stray into your neighbor's saffron garden. Think of the damage it might do, and the punishment!
Who then will carry you naked to your own death?"
- Lalla (1320-1392)