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by Unknown

A tear out of his eyes.

Toiling—rejoicing—sorrowing—

Onward through life he goes:

Each morning sees some task begin,

Each evening sees it close;

Something attempted—something done,

Has earned a night’s repose.

Thanks, thanks to thee, my worthy friend

For the lesson thou hast taught!

Thus at the flaming forge of Life