A prayer

...from my car outside the church parking lot after a long, heart-bruising day:

Lord,
Keep my heart healthy
Make the fire inside me burn white
Bring inspiration to my head
Quell the desires of the damned
Give motive to my life
Help me be me
Let me bring you all you desire of me
Allow me to realize the those things you show me are beautiful.
Open my eyes
Protect my spirit
Talk to me, whisper in my ear the knowledge of life-
the wisdom you'd let me have and give to others!

amen.