382. I have inherited

My sister Lily’s love and determination
    I have inherited.

My sister Arpita’s concern and service
    I have inherited.

My brother Chitta’s poetry and sacrifice
    I have inherited.

My brother Hriday’s philosophy and wisdom
    I have inherited.

My brother Mantu’s patience and detachment
    I have inherited.

My sister Ahana’s music and immensity
    I have inherited.

My mother Yogamaya’s psychic tears and surrender
    I have inherited.

My father Shashi Kumar’s inner confidence and outer triumph
    I have inherited.