August 7 ~ Prayer for a Son

“Build me a son, O Lord, who will be strong enough to know when he is weak, brave enough to face himself when he is afraid…”
— Douglas MacArthur

Richard Celebrating the birthday of my son Richard with a prayer written by General Douglas MacArthur. A blessing that speaks across generations.

“Build me a son,” MacArthur prayed, “whose wishes will not take the place of deeds… who will master himself before he seeks to master others…”

This timeless message is a compass—pointing to strength, humility, humor, and wisdom. A father’s hope. A heart’s whisper.

🌺 Richard has a master’s from the New York Academy of Arts, but his greatest gift is his generous heart. He sculpts, paints, and weaves with grace. He’s taught me to stay open and be forgiving. I can’t imagine the world without him—or Kayla. They are my light.

Happy Birthday, Richard.🎨