A Special Prayer!

I have compiled five extremely large lists of chores that need to be done around my house before we put it on the market to sell. My plan of attack is to get some of the smaller items out of the way first. As I was weeding out my kitchen desk and drawers on Tuesday, I came across an old birthday card that a very special friend gave me last year. On the card is the most important to-do list I could ever have. It goes like this:

Lord, grant me the gift

of a generous heart

that embraces each person I see-

A heart reaching out in true kindness and caring

to share all the best that's in me.

Lord, grant me the gift

of a bright, happy spirit

that joyfully faces each day-

A spirit that's loving

and gently shines through

in my actions and each word I say.

Lord, grant me the gift

of a wonderful life

that fulfills what I'm sent here to do-

A life that is lived

in the richness and beauty

of serving and following you.

Emily Matthews

I think I will keep this one top priority!

I know that sometimes when I reach out in true kindness and friendship some people don't accept it. That's okay! I will be steadfast with God's help!