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I Resolve

As we approach the beginning of 2023, I meditate upon another year for me Thinking how I might a better person be Clinging to my desire to be utterly free. I resolve to live patiently in the community. Life is more than any one person can see, So, I must mindfully accept others’ identity Trying to embrace them, and never to flee. I resolve to cultivate feelings of positivity Maintaining inner peace, for this is a key To living in our rapidly changing society, Where factions abound who cannot agree. I resolve to learn about my family history Helping grandchildren with a family tree Encouraging them to write their story, Teaching them to love each other, finally. Written December 9, 2022 Submitted to "Resolutions for 2023" Poetry Contest Sponsored by Anoucheka Gangabissoon

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John Watt

Date: 1/10/2023 10:35:00 AM

I suppose a good resolution for 2023 is to be more like Milt. Now that your book is closed, I cherish the fact that you have left behind many breadcrumbs to help the rest of us find our way in life. RIP, friend

Sam Kauffman

Date: 1/5/2023 10:14:00 AM

"Life is more than one person can see." Even though you are no longer with us Milt, we have your lovely words as your legacy. Godspeed dear friend.

Mike Gentile

Date: 12/10/2022 5:31:00 AM

Very aspirational resolutions Milt! I have been trying to practice very similar ones for a while and will double down next year and the little bit of success I've had feels really good!! Happy Saturday and have a fun trip!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 12/10/2022 8:10:00 AM

Thanks so much, Mike. I'm looking forward to it. I know that my resolutions are aspirational, but if I can at least try to hold onto them through the year and apply them I'll be a better person. Have a marvelous weekend, friend.

Charles Messina

Date: 12/10/2022 5:03:00 AM

Positive thoughts here, Milton. Well done...best wishes in the contest!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 12/10/2022 8:11:00 AM

Thanks, Charlie. I'm hopeful. Have a great weekend.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 12/10/2022 4:25:00 AM

This is the key "I resolve to cultivate feelings of positivity Maintaining inner peace, for this is a key" to so much happiness!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 12/10/2022 8:29:00 AM

Absolutely in my way of thinking!

Arlo Parker

Date: 12/9/2022 2:20:00 PM

Sounds like more than a NY Resolution. Good luck with that, Mr. Milt. =;o]

L Milton Hankins
Date: 12/9/2022 2:28:00 PM

Well, I could've written ten resolutions in a list, but then would have broken them one by one by the end of next year. This way, I resolved to do three things that will better my life and the lives of those around me. If I fail, I fail, but I'll have given it my best.