A new day awaits…

Thank you for the dawn, oh God,

when our spirits are refreshed and ready to accept all that this precious day may bring.

Our hope is that this day shall bring  joy,

but if sorrow should come our way, let us seek to understand.

Let us reach out to You for your love and strength and guidance.

Let us trust in You and let our faith lead us forward…

Let us serve You always,

forever following the goodness and the light.

Let us forgive one another.

Let us seek peace and understanding.

Let us, the people of the world, help and accept one another.

Let us reach out to one another with love and respect.

Let us have hope that our world may become a better place for all mankind.

Let us be ever thankful for –

and have great respect for… this wonderful gift of Life…

its beauty, its promise, and its blessings.

Carole Carter – words and photograph