God, give me the strength
to understand the paths
of others — their light
and their darkness,
the subtleties we might otherwise miss.
Give me the power
to accept and forgive,
for so often
they do not know what they do.
Grant me insight to look beyond
and allow healing —
for myself and for others —
in a world where cold seems to reign.
Give me the freedom
to explore and to fathom
the unreachable depths of my heart,
and my mind —
leading to an understanding
that no longer requires any questions.
Complete my soul.
Bury my doubts,
so I may once again
share that love
with someone.
