I like this...

"I asked for Strength... and I was given difficulties to make me strong.
I asked for Wisdom... and I was given problems to solve.
I asked for Prosperity... and I was given a brain and brawn to work.
I asked for Courage... and I was given obstacles to overcome.
I asked for Love... and I was given troubled people to help.
I asked for Favours... and I was given Opportunities.
I received nothing I wanted, but I received everything I needed."

- Anonymous