DEAR ABBY: I saw a prayer in the June issue of Guideposts magazine that you might like to share with your readers, if you agree that it is appropriate and helpful. Many accidents claim victims during the holiday weekends. Please consider printing it. -- BERNICE M. FORCE, CAIRO, N.Y.
DEAR BERNICE: If the prayer spares even one individual pain and suffering, it's well worth the space in my column.
THE MOTORIST'S PRAYER
Grant me a ready hand, a watchful eye,
That none may suffer hurt as I pass by.
Thou givest life -- I pray no act of mine
May take away or mar that gift of thine.
Teach me to use my car for others' need,
Nor miss, through lack of wit or love of speed,
The beauties of thy world, that thus I may
With joy and courtesy go on my way.
(Contributed to Guideposts magazine by Elizabeth S. Sherrill.)