December Prayer At Solstice

Many days, years, lifetimes,
have I lived.
Many moments have I shared.
Many burdens have I accepted,
binding my strengths, thus.

This day is my new day.
This now is my new beginning.
This strength and aliveness is my new then,
yet to be.
Let my happiness be now.
Let my prosperity be now.
Let my sanity and security
be now.
Let my strength support me now.
Let my love shine bright,
and let me feel it now.
For the good of all.
For all time.

Nancy McEldowney
December 2003