May this day’s dawning

find you warm and sheltered,

full of rest and ready

for all that comes your way.

May you give praise

for all the good of this day

and find grace

for every other opportunity.

May you today

return good for evil

grant mercy

and receive as good as you give.

May you today

speak peace and forgiveness

in the midst of this world’s clamor

and lust for vengeance.

May this day’s ending

find you with a grateful heart

a clear conscience

and a faith

stronger

than at this day’s dawning.

H. Arnett

12/20/10