A Letter To Saint Francis of Assisi

Dear St. Francis, In a recent dialogue with a close friend, I became aware during the conversation that I made a statement that was misunderstood. I allowed it to remain that way, not pursuing a path of correction. The tone and subject matter was such that it was best to leave it that way. In the process, I felt fine for taking that route, and my friend never knew. However, I discovered something about myself that compelled me to write to you. During the conversation, I was reminded of one of your familiar and blessed prayers. So I went to Wikipedia and found the prayer, "Make Me An Instrument of Your Peace". The line that best relates to my self-discovery reads, "O Master, let me seek not so much to be ....... understood as to understand". In the conversation, I was feeling sad and bewildered that I was being misunderstood. There was a very defined moment that I felt the sting of being misunderstood, and your prayer became ever so fresh and real to me. As a result, I am greatly assisted by those words in your prayer. Sir, I have known of your prayer for many years, but never have I found it more applicable. Hence forth sir, your prayer shall also be mine. For this, I am grateful to God. Respectfully, Cubajo 04072017 FB PS (An imaginary letter, but a true experience) Open Poetry Contest 2, Sharlotte Jade Puddifoot