With every year we pray for increase
In influence and in reach
But perhaps a more important prayer
Is the prayer for long friendships
If we hope to keep our relationships
And have our loved ones in our lives longer
Then we must also pray for the gift of kindness
To help us understand and love one another
We may give expensive gifts
And spend a lot of time with one another
But these alone won't keep us together
Our continued relationship is enabled by kindness
Kindness is a pathway to community
Tuesday, December 31, 2024