To 2016

Down comes the old calendar folded then torn in half, quartered and tossed away. Three hundred and sixty five days gone quickly, now, solemnly over and done. The year 2000 something brought so many things, both pain and sorrow, loss and heartache, death and resurection. One lifetime ends in peace and tranquility with loved ones near, embraced by parted tears and final goodbyes. How well have we lived through all these years mixed with so much joy and sadness? By the grace of God prayers of family and friends, treasured loved ones. Give me faith, give me love, give me peace on earth in the welcoming of another new year as a new calendar is placed in hope of new beginning for the promise and hope of 2016.