I saw this credited to Saint Teresa of Avila. I can't vouch for the source but this made me feel good when I read it:
"Thank God for the things I do not own."
That's some wise shit by golly.
I read it not in some self-righteous way, but more as an acknowledgment that it is good that my craving has been frequently thwarted. I am no champion of austerity but I've been around long enough now to realize that if I'd gotten a lot more of what I thought I wanted I'd likely have more troubles than I already do.
Of course some of you are much more subtle and experienced at this prayer business than I am so feel free to enlighten me.
addendum: my south Atlanta sweetie seems to know the words to most every pop country hit of the 90's and she informs me that St. Teresa has a lot in common with Garth Brooks to judge by this song: unanswered prayers. Oy.
