Dear God
  Thank you for taking the time to listen to me.
  You know I'm only human.
  You know I make mistakes,
  But I do believe there's a spiritual side to my life.
  As we begin this new Millennium,
  I'd like to be more helpful than hurtful,
  More grateful than grumbling.
  I would like to build people up, not fear them down.
  I would like to know you better
  And to live my life more the way
  You have in mind for me.
  I may not be there yet,
  So I'm asking you for help.
  And by saying this prayer
  I'm taking one step closer.