Benediction

May all of your days shine brightly,
And your nights blessed with peace,
Wherever you lay down to sleep.
And all things are made good
For those who believe.
May you grow from the seed
Into a strong, frutiful tree.
As the days unfold, hold your breath to see-
Life is a mystery.
And joy, it is severe, when the way is rough and steep,
The Lord will make your days complete.
May the work of your hands help those in need;
Befriend the lonely, serve the weak,
And forgive enemies.
And if you find true love, one day marry;
Bear a child from your seed.
Help it to grow into a tree.
As the days unfold, hold your breath to see-
Life is a mystery.
And joy, it is severe, when the way is rough and steep,
But love will make your days complete.