A HOUSEWIFE'S PRAYER

Dear Lord I offer this day to you
With its problems and concerns,
Grant understanding and fortitude
Temperance when my patience churns.

As I tidy, cook, scrub and clean
Help me do these chores cheerfully.
When taken for granted - I feel mean
Cause me to love unselfishly.

Bless the oven, lest the food burn !
The washer, as it cleans the clothes.
When TV replaces a refusal to learn
Steady my nerves, O grant repose !

When chaos and disorder gets to me -
When I feel I have reached the end,
Shower drops of peace, in serenity
Be my Comforter, guide, and friend.

A pious mother, and loving wife
I am blessed with this family.
Shield me from vanity and strife.
Grant diligence, grace and purity.

Surround this Home with Your love.
Crush Satan's attempts to divide.
May Your Peace rain down from above -
Take control, O never leave my side!.