When little things would irk me,
and I grow impatient with my dear ones,
make me know how in a moment,
joy can take its flight,
and happiness can be quenched in endless night.
Keep this thought with me all the livelong day,
that I may guard the harsh words that I might say,
when I would fret and grumble,
fiery hot at trifles that tomorrow are forgot.
Let me remember, Lord, how it would be,
if these my loved ones,
were not here with me.
Amen

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