What's left to pray about after we ask for help or express gratitude? Sheer amazement at life! Wordless wonder. Our final prayer is Wow. Just, Wow.

The Apostle Paul said to pray without ceasing, which becomes easy when we remember that gratitude is a fundamental prayer. (Inspired by Anne Lamott's new book, Help Thanks Wow -- in the bookstore.)

We could talk about prayer all day, but it really isn't complicated. Most prayers fall into three basic categories that define our relationship with God. The obvious one is HELP! (Inspired by Anne Lamott's new book, "Help Thanks Wow" -- in the bookstore.)