This Day ...

This day, Father,

may my eyes be opened

to see the beauty

in all that is ordinary - yet special -

around me.

May the glory of all that you have made

remind me of your presence

and lead me closer to you.

May my horizon this day, Lord,

not be so foreshortened that I notice little.

Instead, open my eyes

that I may see afar and above

as well as in front and beneath me.

Lead me to keep my life in perspective and balance

and discover that the thread of your presence

is interwoven through the events and people of this day.

Lead me this day, Lord,

not only to be of service to others

but to ensure

that I find quiet moments

for myself and for you.

(author unknown)