Parent’s prayer for patience

                 
When my son asks me something to test me, give me enough wisdom to give him the best answer.

When I start to show nervousness,  give me a mountain of patience.     

When anger gets the best of me, give me the strength to control it.

When I insist that I deserve to win the argument, teach me to be more flexible.

When I start taking life a little bit too seriously, remind me to add a little sense of humor.

When I feel overwhelmed with my life’s problems, give me the power to tackle them properly.

When I am afraid, and at times terrified,  give me a good dose of courage.

When I am hard-headed, teach me how to calm down and relax before acting irrationally.

When I act double-faced, remind me of the values I grew up with and which my parents taught me.

When I feel the weight of the entire world pressing on me, let me remember the many blessings I have received.

When I lose my way, dear Lord,  bring me back towards the road of joy, love and peace.