Prayer of a Clown

Help me to create more laughter than tears,
Dispense more happiness than gloom,
Spread more cheer than despair.
 

Never let me grow so big that I will fail to see
The wonder in the eyes of a child or the
Twinkle in the eyes of the aged.
 

Never let me forget that I am a CLOWN…that
My work is to cheer people up, make them
Happy, and make them laugh, make them
Forget momentarily all the unpleasant things
In our lives…
 

Never let me jeopardize the integrity of
Clownddom by improper conduct. Help me
To always make others proud of my actions
As a clown.
 

Never let me acquire financial success to
The point where I will discontinue calling
Upon my Creator in the hour of plenty.

COAI