Prayer
When an infant begins to understand
that using the toilet is a better way
there’s no further need for diapers.
when a child begins to learn
how to balance himself on his bicycle
there’s no further need for training wheels.
when a cook has prepared the same dish
many times, she no longer needs the recipe.
when a couple have lived together
for many years, they no longer need
to say, “I love you”.
When we pray the time will come
when we no longer need diapers
training wheels, recipes – or words.