There was a time
I desired beauty
but slowly my body aged.
After that
I hankered for wealth
only to see money pass away.
Later
I aspired for wisdom
but recognised
foolishness as my fate.
Now
I desire
not to desire
and simply observe
each breath
in the emptiness of space.
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