Dear Lord:
So far today, God, I have lived my life as you would intend. I haven't lost my temper. I haven't screamed at anyone.
So far I have not even grabbed the Chief's Mess Cook by the throat, like yesterday.
I have said nothing insulting or humiliating to any of the junior officers.
I haven't bitched about the coffee, the ship's schedule, the watch bill or Saturday's Personnel Inspection.
I have told no lies. I have not cheated at poker.
I have put no ship's tools in my personal toolbox.
In short God, I believe that so far today I have committed no grievous sins.
Thank you, God, for helping me to stay righteous so far.
But Lord, it's almost 0600 and in a little while I'm going to roll out of my bunk.
After that I think I will need a lot more help.
Amen