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I read, and sigh, and wish I were a tree For sure then I should grow To fruit or shade: at least some bird would trust Her household to me, and I should be just.

George Herbert

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George Herbert
Age: 39 †
Born: 1593
Born: April 3
Died: 1633
Died: March 1
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Tree
Least
Sigh
Grows
Household
Sure
Shade

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