Oración de La Mesa
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Table Prayer
Here we are joyful
The members of this family
To share joyfully
Our daily bread.
The table is already set
With its checkered tablecloth
And in the center overflowing with beauty
Ten bougainvilleas in bloom.
Bless, Lord bless
What we are going to taste today
Your grace in this food
Is the best seasoning
For our palate...
In this empty space
There will always be an extra plate
Waiting all together
For the wandering brother
Who will return someday.
The table is already set.
