May I meet the world
with a steel backbone
and a tender heart.
May my tongue speak
with wisdom and truth
but also know when to be still.
May I have hands and feet
eager to work for justice
and the good of all citizens of the world.
May my arms be eager to embrace
those who are different
and those who are hurting.
May my eyes see beauty
in the world and in others
wherever it may be found.
May my ears be open to hear
what is true and good
and may I listen with curiosity.
Help me to remember
that love is my primary purpose
and it is love alone that prevails over all things.
Jason Kanz 