Paul Bronken - That 70's Guy

A child in a clown costume holding stuffed toys, dated July 1963.

The Clown's Prayer

As I stumble through this life,

help me to create more laughter than tears,

dispense more cheer than gloom,

spread more cheer than despair.

Never let me become so indifferent,

that I will fail to see,

the wonders in the eyes of a child,

or the twinkle in the eyes of the aged.

Never let me forget that my total effort

is to cheer people, make them happy,

and forget momentarily,

all the unpleasantness in their lives.

And in my final moment,

may I hear You whisper,

"When you made My people smile,

you made Me smile."

Comedian performing on stage with arms outstretched in front of a brick wall.

Performer in white blazer and sunglasses on stage with microphone.