Prayer Rock

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I AM YOUR LITTLE PRAYER ROCK
AND THIS IS WHAT I'LL DO -
JUST PUT ME ON YOUR PILLOW
UNTIL THE DAY IS THROUGH

THEN TURN DOWN THE COVERS
AND CLIMB INTO YOUR BED
AND WHACK, YOUR LITTLE PRAYER ROCK
WILL HIT YOU ON YOUR HEAD,

SO THAT YOU WILL REMEMBER
AS THE DAY IS THROUGH
TO KNEEL AND SAY YOUR PRAYERS'
JUST AS YOU INTENDED TO.

WHEN YOU ARE ALL FINISHED
JUST DROP ME ON THE FLOOR.
I'LL STAY THERE ALL NIGHT LONG
TO GIVE YOU HELP ONCE MORE...

AT WAKING IN THE MORNING
CLUNK, I'LL STUB YOUR TOE
SO YOU WILL REMEMBER
YOUR MORNING PRAYERS BEFORE YOU GO.

NOW PUT ME ATOP YOUR PILLOW
WHEN YOUR BED IS MADE
AND YOUR CLEVER LITTLE PRAYER ROCK
WILL CONTINUE IN YOUR AID.

BECAUSE YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER
CARES AND LOVES YOU SO,
HE WANTS YOU TO REMEMBER
TO TALK TO HIM, YOU KNOW.

{A Gift Idea Copy This Poem On A Small Piece Of Paper 
And Tape It To A Small Rock And Give It To Someone You Care About}

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A Parent's Prayer On Your Wedding Day

May your day be filled with happiness,

And the sun shine on your life;

May joy and laughter be with you,

As you become husband and wife.

May the angels sing with joy for you,

On this your wedding day;

A song of celebration,

That will follow you on life's way.

We pray that God will bless you,

No matter where you go;

That love and laughter and children,

Will fill your happy home.

Our hearts are filled with love and pride,

As we watch you standing there;

We wish you the joy you've given us,

This is your parent's prayer.

Allison Chambers Coxsey

c1996

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I Said A Little Prayer For You

I said a Prayer for you today,
I know that our Lord heard.
And asked that he would bless you,
As He promised in his word.

I didn't ask for wealth or glory,
I knew you'd understand.
I asked for God to send you joy,
And lend a helping hand.

I asked that He surround you,
With his love and constant care,
To give you health and bless you,
With friends who will be there.

I prayed for comfort for you,
For peace of mind, and then......
I asked that He remind you,
I'll pray for you...... again.

Author:  Rinda Nelson©2000

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Instructions For Life

• Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.
• Memorize your favorite poem.
• Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have, or sleep all you want.
• When you say, "I love you", mean it.
• Don't trust a man/woman who doesn't close their eyes when you kiss.
• When you say, "I'm sorry", look the person in the eye.
• Never laugh at anyone's dreams.
• Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt, but it's the only way to live life completely.
• In disagreements, fight fairly. No name calling.
• Don't judge people by their relatives.
• Talk slowly, but think quickly.
• When someone asks you a question you don't want to answer, smile and ask, "Why do you want to know".
• Remember that great love and great achievements involve great risks.
• Call your mom.
• Say, "Bless you" when you hear someone sneeze.
• When you lose, don't lose the lesson.
• Remember the 3 R's: Respect for self; Respect for others; Responsibility for all your actions.
• Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship.
• When you realize you've made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.
• Smile when picking up the phone. The caller will hear your voice.
• Marry a man/woman you love to talk to. As you get older, their conservational skills will be as important as any other.
• Spend some time alone.
• Open your arms to change, but don't let go of your values.
• Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.
• Read more books and watch less TV.
• Live a good, honorable life. Then when you get old and think back, you'll get to enjoy it a second time.
• Trust in God, but lock your car.
• A loving atmosphere in your home is so important. Do all you can to create a tranquil harmonious home.
• In disagreements with loved ones, deal with current situations. Don't bring up the past.
• Read between the lines.
• Share you knowledge. It's a way to achieve immortality.
• Be gentle with the earth.
• Pray. There's immeasurable power in it.
• Never interrupt when you are being flattered.
• Mind your own business.
• Once a year go someplace you've never been before.
• If you make a lot of money, put it to use helping others while you are living. That is wealth's greatest satisfaction.
• Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a stroke of luck.
• Learn the rules then break some.
• Remember the best relationship is one where your love for each other is greater than your need for each other.
• Judge your success by what you had to give up to get it.
• Remember that your character is your destiny.
• Approach love and cooking with reckless abandon.

Hope you have a great day!!!

Source: HiddenTreasures 
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Answered Prayers

I asked God for strength, that I might achieve;
I was made weak, that I might learn humbly to obey.

I asked for health, that I might do greater things;
I was given infirmity, that I might do better things.

I asked for riches, that I might be happy;
I was given poverty that I might be wise.

I asked for power, that I might have the praise of man;
I was given weakness, that I might feel the need of God.

I asked for all things that I might enjoy life;
I was given life, that I might enjoy all things.

I got nothing I asked for.
But everything I hoped for.

Almost despite myself,
My unspoken prayers were answered.

Author Unknown

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Guardian Angel ABC's

A Is for the angel of  Abundance
Who provides for my every need.

B Is for the angel of Birth

who spawns glorious beginnings from only a seed.

C Is for the angel of Courage

who makes me strong and brave

D Is for the angel of Decision

who shows me the path to pave

E Is for the angel of Energy

who keeps me going strong

F Is for the angel of Freedom

who sings a glorious song

G Is for the angel of Growth

who helps me make great strides

H Is for the angel of  Happiness

who makes me feel good inside

I Is for the angel of Inspiration

who helps me see the light

J Is for the angel of Justice

who sees that I do what is right

K Is for the angel of  Knowledge

who helps me learn so many things

L Is for the angel of Love who into

my heart good people she brings

M Is for the angel of Memories

who keeps me in touch with my past

N Is for the angel of Nurturing whose

comforting love always lasts

O Is for the angel of Optimism

who makes great possibilities clear

P Is for the angel of  Power who helps me

be strong when turmoil is near

Q Is for the angel of Question who

encourages me to carefully observe

R Is for the angel of  Relaxation

who recharges my energetic reserve

S Is for the angel of Silence

who peacefully clears my mind

T ;Is for the angel of Truth

who makes the answers easy to find

U Is for the angel of Understanding

who helps nations to agree

V Is for the angel of Voice

who delivers ideas through me

W Is for the angel of Will who

encourages my work to be done

X Is for the angel of Xanadu

who tempts me to look beyond the sun

Y Is for the angel of Youth

who holds the promise of tomorrow

Z Is for the angel of Zephyr

who gently blows away my sorrow

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The Quilt Maker

" Watch your thoughts; they become words.
Watch your words; they become actions.
Watch your actions; they become habits.
Watch your habits; they become character.
Watch your character;  it becomes your destiny.."

The Quilt

As I faced my Maker at the last judgment, I knelt before the LORD along with all the other souls. Before each of us laid our lives, like the squares of a quilt in many piles. An angel sat before each of us sewing our quilt squares of cloth off the pile. I noticed how ragged and empty each of my squares was. They were filled with giant holes. Each square was labeled with a part of my life that had been difficult, the challenges and temptations I was faced with in everyday life. I saw hardships that I endured, which were the largest holes of all. I glanced around me, nobody else had such squares. Other than a tiny hole here and there, the other tapestries were filled with rich color and bright hues of worldly fortune.  I gazed upon my own life and was disheartened.  My angel was sewing the ragged pieces of cloth together,threadbare and empty, like binding air. Finally the time came when each life was to be displayed, held up to the light, the scrutiny of truth The others rose, each in turn, held up their tapestries. So filled their lives had been. My angel looked upon me and nodded for me to rise. My gaze dropped to the ground in shame. I hadn't had all the earthly fortunes. I had love in my life, and laughter. But there had also been trials of illness, and death, and false accusations that took from me my world as I knew it. I had to start over many times. I often struggled with the temptation to quit, only to somehow muster the strength to pick up and begin again. I spent many nights on my knees in prayer, asking for help and guidance in my life.  I had often been help up to ridicule, which I  endured painfully, Each time offering it up to the Father in hopes that I would not melt within my skin beneath judgmental gaze of those who unfairly judged me. And now, I had to face the truth. My life was what it was, and I had to accept it for what it was. I rose and slowly lifted these combined squares of my life to the light.  An awe-filled gasp filled the air. I gazed around at the others who stared at me with wide eyes, and then I looked upon the tapestry before me. Light flooded the many holes, creating an image - the face of CHRIST.   Then our LORD stood before me, with warmth and love in HIS eyes.  And He said, "Everytime you gave over your life to ME,  it became MY life,  MY hardships, and MY struggles. Each point of light in your life is when you stepped aside and let ME shine through,  until there was more of ME than there was of you."

~Author Unknown~ 

May all you quilts be threadbare and worn, 

allowing CHRIST to shine through.

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Take Time

Life is full of wonders
a many splendored thing
Take time to smell the roses,
take time to stop and think ~
The beauty seen in around us
a shadow in a mist,
Dewdrops on the petals
of life's golden sun-filled kiss.

Look at all the wonder
seen before our eyes
The lush green mountain ranges,
the birds within the sky ~
The little things that matter
of our mere existence,
Take time to smell the roses
before you never get the chance.

Take time to grasp the moment
before it slips away
We do not know our futures
for it could come today ~
Embrace the life you're given
for time moves on so fast
If you don't smell the roses
forever may not last.

Nothing is for certain
of that we're truly sure
Today is but a moment,
what's tomorrow have in store?
Life is too short to waste away
with anger, pain and hate,
Take time to smell the roses now
before it is too late.




Take time to heed the promise
written in the Word,
When you feel lost and lonely
a still small voice is heard ~
There's power in those promises
the guiding light of Truth,
Seek the path and you will find
it leading back to you.

Take time to heal the painful hurts
inflicted through the years
The wounds so deep a smile hides
the reality of your fears ~
Take time to offer them to Him
who will cast those cares,
The gift of love He offers us
is for us to share.

Don't take life for granted
for it could disappear
All that you know and trusted
one day may not be here ~
And where will that then leave you,
on whom can you depend
If you take it all for granted
time and time again?

Take time to smell the roses
learn to appreciate
The value of the future,
for tomorrow will not wait ~
Take time to grasp the moment
don't let it slip away,
Take time to smell the roses
and blessings of today.

Poem by Christine - Until Then Graphics
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The Ten Commandments Poem

I am the Lord your God
and I will command thee
For you shall have no other gods,
no nothing before Me.

You'll not make yourself an idol
with the treasures of this earth
For nothing else shall rule your life,
no other god you'll serve.

Do not misuse or disrespect
the Lord God's Holy name
For I'll hold no one guiltless who
speaks My name in vain.

Remember now the Sabbath day
by keeping it holy
Six days you toil, six days you work,
but the seventh is for Me.

Honor your father and your mother
that you may live long
In the land the Lord gives to you
where you shall belong.

You shall not commit murder
or take another's life
For I the Lord have kept you
safe from harm and strife.

Do not commit adultery
for pleasures of the flesh
Are sinful but in marriage
which the Lord does richly bless.

Do not take what isn't yours
nor will you deceive or steal
For if it's not already yours
then it was never in My Will.

You shall not lie or accuse
your neighbor or your brother
For I, the Lord, can see your heart
and I know you like no other.

Do not desire what isn't yours
for coveting is a sin,
But wait on Me, the Lord your God,
and I'll shower you with blessings.

These are My commandments
take them to your heart
Do not fear for I have come
to show you where to start.

For I am the Lord your God
and I say unto thee
These simple laws I give to you,
honor them for Me.

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Sunshiney Day

Something to cheer you up - I was surfing thru my old websites
 and came across this gem. Enjoy

I Can See Clearly Now by lori-ann2

Also See Another Clip Below :)

Do yourselves a favor and watch this until the very last second (don't miss the ending!). Life is good, dance on!

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Castles In The Sand

"Castles in the sand will not last forever; they will be washed away. Castles in the sand are things like possessions, money, wealth and treasures of the world, and will not last. Castles on the rock, on the other hand, is faith in a higher and greater good. © Christina 7th June, 2004"

Feeling secure in a comfortable life
Wealth in the riches one cannot deny,
Worldly possessions can't live without
Faith in the seen of which there's no doubt.

Society tells us of life's greater plan
Something they teach us but can't understand,
How we live now is our choice to make
No rules or religions claimed for our sakes.



Commandments once given now worldly law
Broken, abused, and corrupted once more,
Amendments are made to laws that protect
Injustice today with such disrespect.

Changes are made to the unchangeable Word
A stone that's rejected now becomes unheard,
Taken from places where formative minds
Mustn't conform to the religious kind.

In an effort to be far less offensive
To cultures to whom we must be submissive,
Open to aspects we may not believe
Yet we ban Bibles in schools and a God we can't see!

Despite all the changes society's made
Believing that when at the end of the day,
When our time does come in Heaven we'll be
But we turn our backs now when we still need to see.

Faith in the comfort of riches and wealth
Building foundations amidst sand and shells,
Castles in life that will be washed away
In our desperation only then do we pray.

Treasures on earth will never be stored
In money or riches forevermore,
For the things of this earth will pass away
And the castles we loved will be washed away.

Upon the rock the foundations are strong
A faith that's eternal is where we belong,
For riches and wealth are only a part
Of the treasures in Heaven and love of the heart.

Though society teaches a great many things
Nothing prepares us for whatever life brings,
Storms that may rock us and test our faith
Can never break us with God in their way.



So much has changed over the years
But throughout it all God has remained near,
He gave us our minds to choose what we will
But His love will forever remain for us still.

Christianity was the first and the last
And so it remains when all others have passed,
For though it may be a religion to some
It's the lasting Truth when all's said and done.

Though society's tried to change the rules
The wisdom in man has made him a fool,
Feeling secure in the comforts of life
Where the treasures of earth are built on a lie.

Faith in the one thing that will set us free
And give us a castle in Eternity,
Truth cannot be changed but some can't understand
Why the castles we built fall into the sand.

© Christina 7th June, 2004

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The Difference

I got up early one morning and rushed right into the day;
I had so much to accomplish, I didn't have time to pray.
Problems just tumbled about me and grew heavier with each task;
Why doesn't God help me, I wondered; He answered, "You didn't ask."
I wanted to see joy and beauty, but the day toiled on, gray and bleak;
I wondered why God didn't show me - He said, "But you didn't seek."
I tried to come into God's presence; I used all my keys at the lock;
God gently and lovingly chided, "My child, you didn't knock."
I woke up early this morning and paused before entering the day;
I had so much to accomplish that I had to take time to pray.

Author: Grace L. Naessens
(used with permission) 
*** This poem also appears on the internet under the title "No Time To Pray".
The author prefers that this title "The Difference" be used.

Another Version From A friend...

I Never Found The Time
I knelt to pray but not for long I had too much to do, Must hurry off and get to work For bills would soon be due, And as I said a hurried prayer Jumped up from off my knees, My Christian duty now was done My soul could be at ease. All through the day I had no time To speak a word of cheer, No time to speak of Christ to friend They'd laugh at me I feared. No time - no time, too much to do That was my constant cry. No time to give to those in need. At last it was time to die, And when before the Lord I came, I stood with downcast eyes Within His hand he held a book, It was the Book of Life. He looked in the Book and said Your name I cannot find, I once was going to write it down But never found the time.

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Calendar of Angels

Did you know that for each season of the year and for every month A Special Angel watches over you? 

These angels help us learn from nature the particular lessons and insights that every season imparts.

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The Angel of January teaches us to look within, to take stock of ourselves and our lives. The Angel of January keeps us company as we ponder over those long, cold winter nights, helping us to be honest with ourselves and patient at the same time.  Conveying the wisdom of an elder, the January angel takes our hand as we seek to glean understanding from our lessons from the past year.  With this support, we can give ourselves both recognition and admonition in their turn.  With this help, we can chart a new course or alter our present one. We seek and receive the companionship of the angel of January to warm us through the winter of our introspection.

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The Angel of February is the angel of patience. During the dark, blustery nights of February, when nature is in a deep chill and we long for a sign of warmth and life, this angel can help us learn to await with grace the first signs of spring.  February's angel teaches us that winter has it's own special peace, that being snowbound or staying indoors can give us a welcome respite from the busyness of life. In February, we can complete unfinished projects and prepare for new initiatives in the spring.  The angel of February brings us the gift of patience, helping us to enjoy the solitude and quiet of the winter, guiding us to replenish our energy for the warm, busy days ahead.

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The Angel of March brings us stamina and courage.  As winter ends, we take heart from the crocuses that push their way up through the snow. The angel of March cheers us through life's frozen moments, boosting our morale and helping us achieve new landmarks.  With the angel's help, we dare to break through whatever barrier, whether personal belief or lack of self-confidence, that holds us back.  We gather the will to launch a lifelong dream or begin the project we have envisioned, but never dared to tackle. As the sun begins to warm our spirits, the March angel rejoices with us at the first sign of spring and lends us courage to prepare for a new and daunting, but also fulfilling task.

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The Angel of April is the spirit of rebirth. As the days grow longer and the sun begins to warm us, April is a time for new life and new beginnings.  April's angel spurs us to test ourselves in new directions and to make ourselves vulnerable in the face of unfamiliar people, situations and places.  Encouraged by the April angel, we search for new and novel endeavors that will enrich our lives and bring new meaning to our career or family roles. The April angel teaches us to delight in each sign of awakening, in nature and within ourselves.

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The Angel of May brings the blush and promise of spring.  May's angel rejoices with us as we take heart at the sight of trees and shrubs in bloom and relish our anticipation of the fruits to come. This angel of spring reminds us that this is the time of awakening the seed within ourselves.  Perhaps we have a deep longing, an artistic talent never explored, or a friendship never quite attempted. The angel of May will help us discover this potential, nurturing our spirits so we can dare to fulfill this hidden promise and bring forth the fruits of a life fully lived.

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The Angel of June helps us flourish and grow strong. June's angel teaches us to sustain our enthusiasm for the new projects and directions we started in the spring.  In this glorious time of sunshine and growth, we learn to seek out the warmth of friendships and family ties, to help nurture the seeds we planted and become all that we were meant to be. The angel of June urges us to be steadfast in our intentions, to renew our dedication, and to stay the course intended for us.

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The Angel of July brings a season of leisure, a time to play and replenish our energy. The projects we began in the spring should be well underway and growing stronger on their own.  July's angel urges us to take the time, now, to step back and observe what we have planted.  The July angel encourages us to tend to the garden of our life, to care for what we have started, and to be objective enough to weed out the unhealthy or unproductive elements. This angel of summer reminds us to nurture the people and things that bring us happiness, so we can produce for ourselves a crop of joy and fulfillment.

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The Angel of August is the angel of perseverance. The new directions we began in the spring may have become difficult to sustain.  Like a garden that needs constant watering and weeding in the scorching August sun, our projects and dreams require stamina and determination to bring them to fruition.  The angel of August helps us with unflagging energy to tend the garden we have planted. When the hot summer sun and the work of our lives demand too much of us, the August angel brings us the fortitude to cleave to our tasks through completion.

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The Angel of September helps us prepare for the harvest at hand. As the summer draws to a close, September's angel reminds us to pause and gather fresh strength because the culmination of a project often demands one last surge of energy.  The September angel brings us this boost, seeing us through to the fulfillment of our task. This late summer angel also helps us recognize the fruits of our labors and share the bounty of what we have created in our lives.  In September, we take delight in our good fortune, whether in a garden, a relationship, or a career, and we share our joy with all those whose support has made our harvest possible.

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The Angel of October rejoices as we reap the harvest of what we have sown in life. October is a good time to step back from our projects and our dreams and take a hard look at what we have actually accomplished.  The October angel helps us to be honest and objective about what is good and what is not.  With this help, we can clearly face the consequences of our choices over the past seasons.  We will taste our harvest and reject what is bitter or unripe; we will make note of what worked and what did not, and we will change for the better. October's angel teaches us that the greatest fruit of our personal harvest is understanding ourselves.

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The Angel of November is the angel of humility. This autumn angel brings a special gift that helps deepen the meaning of the Thanksgiving season for ourselves and our loved ones. November's angel urges us to acknowledge and appreciate the supporting roles others have played in our lives this year, and even thank those who have taught us difficult lessons. The angel of November leads us to give thanks in a new way by forgiving old hurts and healing broken friendships.  Thus we help one another to be truly grateful for our relationships and the richness they bring to our lives.

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The Angel of December is the angel of generosity. The December angel celebrates with us this time of giving gifts to all the wild creatures and to all God's children.  The angel of December leads us to join hands with people of all races and religions, recognizing that we are children of the same creator, and we all share the responsibility of bringing joy and health upon the earth. Inspired by December's angel, we can celebrate this season of brotherhood by doing one act of kindness everyday of December ... going out of our way to bring warmth and light into another's life.

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I Am A Christian

When I say… “I am a Christian” I’m not shouting “I’m clean livin.”

I’m whispering “I was lost, now I’m found and forgiven.”

When I say… “I am a Christian” I don’t speak of this with pride.

I’m confessing that I stumble and need Christ to be my guide.

When I say… “I am a Christian” I’m not trying to be strong.

I’m professing that I’m weak and need His strength to carry on.

When I say… “I am a Christian” I’m not bragging of success.

I’m admitting I have failed and need God to clean my mess.

When I say… “I am a Christian” I’m not claiming to be perfect,

My flaws are far too visible, but God believes I am worth it.

When I say… “I am a Christian” I still feel the sting of pain.

I have my share of heartaches, so I call upon His name.

When I say… “I am a Christian” I’m not holier than thou.

- by Maya Angelou

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A Parents Prayer

Oh, God, make me a better parent.
Help me to understand my children,
to listen patiently
to what they have to say
and to answer all their questions
kindly.

Keep me from interrupting them,
talking back to them
and contradicting them.
Make me as courteous to them
as I would have them be to me.

Give me the courage to confess my sins
against my children
and to ask of them forgiveness,
when I know that I have done them wrong.

May I not vainly hurt
the feelings of my children.
Forbid that I should laugh
at their mistakes or
resort to shame
and ridicule as punishment.

Let me not tempt a child
to lie and steal.
So guide me hour by hour
that I may demonstrate
by all I say and do
that honestly produces happiness.

Reduce, I pray, the meanness in me.
May I cease to nag
and when I am out of sorts,
help me, O Lord,
to hold my tongue.

Blind me to the little errors
of my children
and help me to see
the good things that they do.
Give me a ready word
for honest praise.

Help to treat my children
as those of their own age,
but let me not exact of them
the judgments and conventions
of adults.

Allow me not to rob them
of the opportunity
to wait upon themselves,
to think, to choose,
and to make decisions.

Forbid that I should ever punish them
for my self satisfaction.

May I grant them all of their wishes
that are reasonable
and have the courage always to
withhold a privilege
that I know will do them harm.
Amen

Author Unknown

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