May there always be work for

 your hands to do;

may your purse always

hold a coin or two;

may the sun always shine

on your windowpane;

may a rainbow be certain

to follow each rain.

May the hand of a friend

always be near you.

May life fill your heart with

gladness to cheer you.

May the blessings of each day
Be the blessings you

need most.

May the breath of God be in you.

May the fire of love we knew from the start

and the peace of the one who makes you new

bring great joy to the sparkle of your heart.

May the raindrops fall lightly on your brow.

May the soft winds freshen your spirit.

May the sunshine brighten your heart.

May the burdens of the day rest lightly upon you,

And man God enfold you in the mantle of His love.

Deep peace pure white of the moon to you.

Deep peace pure green of the grass to you.

Deep peace pure brown of the earth to you.

Deep peace pure grey of the dew to you.

Deep peace pure blue of the sky to you.

Deep peace of the running wave to you.

Deep peace of the flowing air to you.

Deep peace of the quiet earth to you.

Deep peace of the shinning stars to you.

Deep peace of the Son of Peace to you.

(Fiona MacLeod)