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Into the New Year

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We carry them into the new year... the heartaches we didn't heal the pain we chose not to feel the harsh words we couldn't unspeak the ones we belittled, made weak We carry them into the new year.... all the burning anger and hate the love hunger we didn't sate the brokenness we did not mend while making a foe of a friend We carry them into the new year... Before these hours tick away Hear my advice; do what I say make amends and start anew Pay each one what he is due Forgiveness or friendship sweet Offer it as a loving treat Start the new year with this in mind Your kinder self you need to find Move beyond past rivalry Look deep into eternity For this year may be your last Leave the pain there in the past I'll surely try if you will too New Year Wishes to make come true Leave the hurt outside the door Pass inside; there's love in store Eileen Manassian

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Richard Lamoureux

Date: 7/5/2016 7:40:00 AM

Great advice to look back on as We move forward. Hugs Rick.

Funom Makama

Date: 1/28/2016 9:43:00 AM

The bliss from this page cannot be exhausted. This is incredible and wonderful. Great lines and an awesome 7

Caycay Jennings

Date: 1/4/2016 1:47:00 PM

Very good, Eileen - wise words well-written. I meditated for New Years: pictured a large, white, glossy box and one by one put everything as mentioned in your poem, inside it. I imagined the most beautiful hands reach down from above and take it up, up and away to let go and let God. It worked and I am blessed. As are you. I enjoy reading you poems very much, Eileen. If I had to put together a writing team, I would seek you (among others) ... CayCay

Eileen Manassian
Date: 1/4/2016 1:57:00 PM

OH!!! You have brought me immense joy with your comment, CayCay. Thanks for thinking me as a member of a team that you might want to put together. It thrills me. God is able to take care of everything. My problem is my rebellious nature. I don't want to let go and let God...at times. Thanks for the reminder...Hugs

Robert Lindley

Date: 1/2/2016 4:28:00 PM

Excellent advice written in superb rhyme my good friend. Yet that darkness that invades our unguarded souls will have its say. As it lingers year to year, decade to decade and century to century. We must walk a narrow path in the light not to transgress. A7

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 1/1/2016 1:58:00 PM

Well spoken advice, Eileen: We are blessed with the option of a fresh start, to look back and take stock. Kindness is a virtue, Lovely lady. HNY SuZ

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/31/2015 8:59:00 AM

I enjoyed giving this one another read with the fresh eyes of morning. New Years can have a redemptive feel and forgiveness of sins allows us to lay down our heavy baggage. I hope this message you have gifted, permeates all of our hearts.

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 12/31/2015 5:53:00 AM

The time, a mighty river is, dearest Eileen, that carries us along with all we have got not considering any beginning just the end! Marvelous poem deeply philosophical. Much enjoyed! A seven! Happy New Year!

White Sage

Date: 12/31/2015 4:51:00 AM

wow! great

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/31/2015 1:47:00 AM

Great advice Eileen, worth pondering. Hugs Rick

Kim Merryman

Date: 12/30/2015 10:57:00 PM

Beautifully written, and an inspiring message, Eileen! The new year is a time for new beginnings and fresh starts. Happy New Year, dear Eileen! Love, Kim

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 12/30/2015 10:03:00 PM

Beautiful work Eileen! Your wisdom leaves me in awe. You tell it like it is, and that's what I've always admired about you. Hope your year was a good one, and the next one is even better!! Always, Laura

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/30/2015 8:01:00 PM

this is an excellent New Years message, Eileen. You have the SPIRIT of the New Year!

Ilene Bauer

Date: 12/30/2015 4:36:00 PM

such beautifully worded advice, eileen! wishing you the best as the new year approaches...

Tim Smith

Date: 12/30/2015 2:39:00 PM

Let's all turn a new page and put love and fellow man first. Have a happy and blessed New Year Eileen.

Alexis Y.

Date: 12/30/2015 1:44:00 PM

Elieen, I heard your wise words loud and clear. I will try my best- to do what you suggest. Happy New Year To You Too! My soup friend- Alexis

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/30/2015 2:05:00 PM

It is easier said than done, I know, dear. :) Thanks for your friendship. You are a sweet person and I wish you all the best in the new year. Hugs

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 12/30/2015 12:29:00 PM

- Dear Eileen - A Wonderful New Year 2016 wishes for peace to you, your family, friends and your country- warm hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/30/2015 2:06:00 PM

Sunshine...thanks for warming my heart. I wish you every good thing in the coming year as well. God bless you, my dear. Hugs

Anu Nayak

Date: 12/30/2015 12:02:00 PM

dear Eileen, nice message for the new year to soak in love and peace...loved it .....loads of love, Happy new year to you dear...love,Anu:)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/30/2015 2:05:00 PM

Thanks, dear. I haven't seen you for some time. I really appreciate the visit and the wishes. I wish you every good thing as well. Hugs

Nette Onclaud

Date: 12/30/2015 11:46:00 AM

time changes fate, eileen.. i wish you peace this 2016.. lovely reflection!..huggs

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/30/2015 2:04:00 PM

Thanks, dear Nette. It's always good to try to make amends where possible. I appreciate your friendship through the years. Wishing you the best.