Vain, very vain is my search to find that happiness which only centers in the mind.
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Such is the patriot's boast, wherever we roam, His first, best country ever is, at home.
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As some tall cliff that lifts its awful form, Swells from the vale, and midway leaves the storm, Though round its breast the rolling clouds are spread, Eternal sunshine settles on its head.
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They please, are pleas'd they give to get esteem, Till seeming blest, they grow to what they seem.
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Here lies David Garrick, describe me who can, An abridgment of all that was pleasant in man.
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To the last moment of his breath, On hope the wretch relies And even the pang preceding death Bids expectation rise.
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