Mar. 18, 2021

AN IRISH BLESSING - MY HOPE FOR YOU

An Irish Blessing -  My Hope For You

 I wish you not a path devoid of clouds,

Nor a life on a bed of roses.

Not that you may never feel pain,

No that is not my wish for you.

My wish for you is that you may be brave in times of trial…

when others lay crosses upon your shoulders.

When mountains must be climbed, and chasms are to be crossed,

When hope can scarce shine through.

That every gift God gave you may grow along with you,

And let you give the gift of joy to all who care for you.

That you may always have a friend who is worth that name,

Whom you can trust and who helps you in times of sadness,

Who will defy the daily storms of life at your side.

One more wish I have for you.

That in every hour of joy and pain you may feel God close to you.

This is my wish for you and all who care for you.

This is my hope for you, now and forever.