Great Regulars: George then claims that he had the opportunity

to experience "sorrow," but he did allow himself the luxury of that experience simply because he was "afraid." Quite likely, the "sorrow" arose as he declined the offer of love. A part of him wanted to return the love, but his brittle nature rejected it and along with the sorrow caused by the rejection of love.

He also did not allow himself to engage in "ambition" because of dreading the "chances."

from Linda Sue Grimes: Suite101.com: Edgar Lee Masters' George Gray

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