My Daily Wish

My daily wish is that we may see good in those who pass our way;
Find in each a worthy trait that we shall gladly cultivate;
See in each one passing by the better things that beautify---
A softly spoken word of cheer, a kindly face, a smile sincere.
I pray each day that we may view the things that warm one's heart anew;
The kindly deed that can't be bought, that only from good are wrought,
A burden lightened here and there, a brother lifted from despair,
The aged ones freed from distress; the lame, the sick, brought happiness.
Grant that before each sun has set we'll witness deeds we can't forget;
A soothing hand to one in pain, a sacrifice for love - not gain;
A word to ease the troubled mind of one whom fate has dealt unkind.
So, friend, my wish is that we may see good in all who pass our way.

~by Phil Perkins~