Dancer's Prayer

by Lily
(California)

Giver of life, Creator of all that is lovely, 
Teach me to sing the words of your song; 
I want to feel the music of living 
And not fear the sad songs, 
But from them make new songs 
Composed of both laughter and tears.

Teach me to dance to the sounds of your 
world and your people, 
I want to move in rhythm with your plan; 
Help me to try to follow your leading, 
To risk even falling, 
To rise and keep trying 
Because you are leading the dance.