by Lucy M. Young
Father, I come to You today with gratitude for friendly, thoughtful people
who help me on my way -
Opening doors for me and carrying packages,
Stopping traffic so that I may cross the street on my crutches;
Waiting patiently for me to make my clumsy way through crowded stores.
They smile,
And in their smiles I sense Your loving presence.
Lord, bless these good, considerate people.
Make smooth their way through life.
Ease their burdens, calm their fears,
Comfort them;
And guide them safely through each day.
Help them, Lord, as they have so unselfishly helped me.
Woodsmoke and Cardamom 