Parents Prayer

They are little only once LORD.  Grant me
the wisdom and patience to teach them to
follow in your footsteps and prepare them for
what is to come.

They are little only once LORD.  Make me
take the time to play pretend, to read or tell
a story; to cuddle.  Don’t let me for one minute
think anything is more important than the
school play, the recital, the big game, fishing,
or the quiet walk hand in hand. All too soon
LORD they will grow away and there is no
turning back.  Let me have my memories with
no regrets.

Please help me to be a good parent, LORD.
When I must discipline, -- let me do it in love,
let me be firm, but fair; let me correct and
explain with patience.

They are growing away LORD.  While I
have the chance let me do my best for them.
For the rest of our lives, please LORD, let me
be their very best friend.