As we look back at this year and how far we have come and look forward to next year with enthusiasm, I’d like to share this poem with you.

Another year is approaching fast.

Let’s hope it’s a New Year with love and health; let’s hope it’s a blast.

May all of your dreams come true

And you find peace and love in all that you do.

May this world know the gentle sound of a hush.

May it calm all its anger and slow its pace from the rush.

May we all hear the sound of joy

And push away all that hurts, all that destroys.

The New Year I hope will be good to us all.

Care and calm, a helping hand when we fall.

Listen more, slow down, and say I love you.

Stop for a moment; take a breath, take in the view.

Appreciate your family; tell them you care.

Do something exciting, a thrill or a dare.

Enjoy all that the New Year may give.

We have but one life, so let’s learn to live.

It’s a New Year, a brand new start.

Always remember, live and love from your heart.

Wishing each and every one a year to behold,

And may it be full of wonders for you to unfold.

Love, hugs, and kisses too…

A very happy New Year from me to you.

~ Sandra Hearth