I need to remember to value those who want the best . . .

for me. I need not to listen to those whose words are naught but well-disguised knives to slice the life and hope out of my mind soul and spirit,

 Dear God, Grant me the wisdom to  know who is challenging me and upbraiding me because they love me and truly want to see me become the best that I possibly can be.

Let me be on guard against the predators who want to pray upon others who are unreasonably naive and improperly and foolishly trusting.

- Johnny-