Dear Lord, please give me
A few friends who understand me and remain my friends;
A work to do which has real value,
     without which the world would be the poorer;
A mind unafraid to travel, even though the trail be not blazed;
An understanding heart;
A sense of humor;
Time for quiet, silent meditation;
A feeling of the presence of God;
The patience to wait for the coming of these things,
     with the wisdom to recognize them when they come.

Amen.