A Blessing for Presence

May you awaken to
to the mystery of being here

And enter the quiet immensity
of your own presence.

May you have joy and peace
in the temple of your senses.

May you receive great encouragement
when new frontiers beckon.

May you respond to
the call of your gift and find
the courage to follow its path.

May the flame of anger
free you from falsity.

May warmth of heart
keep your presence a flame
and anxiety never linger around you.

May your outer dignity
mirror an inner dignity of soul.

May you take time to celebrate
the quiet miracles
that seek no attention.

May you be consoled in
the secret symmetry of your soul.

May you experience each day
as a sacred gift
woven around a heart of wonder.

John O'Donohue