Rooted in Hope

May you never become cynical.
May you never become jaded.
May you never lose heart.
May you never let the bastards get you down.
May you never lose faith.

May you see light and good in everyone.
May you remain open to wonder and mystery.
May you stand firm in the assault of the powers
(shielded with the armor of God
and a good sense of humor).
May you stay rooted in hope.

~ Neil Paynter