A Little Prayer ~ A Poem by Robert W. Service

A Little Prayer

Robert W. Service

Let us be thankful, Lord, for little things –
The song of birds, the rapture of the rose;
Cloud-dappled skies, the laugh of limpid springs,
Drowned sunbeams and the perfume April blows;
Bronze wheat a-shimmer, purple shade of trees –
Let us be thankful, Lord of Life, for these!

Let us be praiseful, Sire, for simple sights; –
The blue smoke curling from a fire of peat;
Keen stars a-frolicking on frosty nights,
Prismatic pigeons strutting in a street;
Daisies dew-diamonded in smiling sward –
For simple sights let us be praiseful, Lord!

Let us be grateful, God, for health serene,
The hope to do a kindly deed each day;
The faith of fellowship, a conscience clean,
The will to worship and the gift to pray;
For all of worth in us, of You a part,
Let us be grateful, God, with humble heart.

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Get Healthy: Anger: The Hidden Health Hazard You Can’t Afford to Ignore

You may think your anger is “justified.” Maybe it is. But is it also quietly wrecking your brain, your heart, your immune system, your sleep—and your relationships? (Spoiler: Sí, it is.) Buckle up. We’re about to blow the lid off the cost of staying mad.


We live in a world that fuels anger like it’s premium gas—social media rants, political shouting matches, bumper-to-bumper traffic with blaring horns. We normalize it, bottle it up, or worse—explode. But here’s the truth most people don’t want to talk about: anger isn’t just a mood—it’s a health hazard.

In this 5-part series, we’ll explore how unchecked anger quietly takes its toll on nearly every part of your life. And no, we’re not going to shame you for feeling mad (this isn’t that kind of blog). But we are going to walk you through the science, the symptoms, and the soul-saving strategies that can help you regain control.

Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming:

🧠 Post 1: Brain on Fire – How anger hijacks your thinking, shrinks your empathy, and turns you into someone you don’t recognize.

❤️ Post 2: A Toxic Love Affair – Why anger is bad news for your heart, literally.

🦴 Post 3: Silent Damage – What chronic anger does to your immune system and why you’re more likely to get sick.

🛏️ Post 4: Sleepless with Rage – Why anger is the ultimate sleep saboteur (and how to fix it).

🧍 Post 5: Burning Bridges – How anger harms your relationships, and how to speak without burning it all down.

Each post is packed with evidence-based insight and practical tools you can start using immediately. No fluff. No lectures. Just one truth bomb after another—with a few laughs along the way (you know me).

So, if you’ve ever clenched your jaw, sent a regrettable text, or paced the floor at 2 AM replaying a conversation you wish went differently—this series is for you.

Because here’s the good news:

You’re not stuck with your anger. You’re just one perspective shift away from freedom.

Healthy Facts: The Breathing Trick You Never Knew Helped Your Back

You’ve been breathing your whole life. Now let’s finally make it do something useful.

Strategy Description:

Try diaphragmatic breathing: lie on your back, knees bent. Place one hand on your belly and one on your chest. Inhale slowly through your nose so your belly rises, not your chest. Exhale fully through your mouth. Do this for 5 minutes. It calms the nervous system, reduces tension, and stabilizes the core—your back’s best friend, Your breath is free, portable, and powerful. Use it to bring your back some peace.

Caution:

If you feel lightheaded, stop and return to normal breathing. This should be relaxing, not dizzying.

As always, check in with your physician before starting anything new—especially if your back has been throwing shade or sending warning flares.

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