As I stumble through this life,
Help me create more laughter than tears.
Dispense more happiness than gloom.
Spread more cheer than despair.
Never let me become so indifferent
That I fail to see the wonder in the eyes of a child,
or the twinkle in the eyes of the aged.
Never let me forget that my total effort is to cheer people,
Make them happy, and forget; at least momentarily all the
unpleasantness in their lives.
And, in my final moment may I hear you whisper:
"When you made my people smile you made me smile"


Unknown Author
The Clown Prayer