LIGHT OF MY DAY

I wake up every morning
and the first thing that I say,
is good morning, Holy Spirit
thank You for another day.

I bid You welcome, then I ask
that You guide me every second,
see that my eyes and ears don’t miss
His call when e’er He beckons.

Thank You for Your many gifts
please teach me how to use them,
I long to do Your Holy Will
not to misuse them or abuse them.

As the seconds pass away
comes midday, then comes dusk,
let all my daily chores be done
with fervour, love and trust.

Then as I lay me down to sleep
I give You thanks and praise,
Your love and light does guide me
to a new and promising day.

Margaret Rose Larrivee
Feb. 16, 1993