To Shine so Bright

   The past year I lit many candles
     Some burned all night
     Other's flames leaped high
       They all went out, by-and-by

   The year to come 
      I shall light only one
      to shine so bright
                    the whole year long
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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December 31, 2023 at 12:58 PM
Very nice Gershon. I light candles often. May your New Year be filled with light and peace! :)
Wolf Avatar
December 31, 2023 at 5:12 PM
A great practice, that of lighting candles. May yours light your way to a sweet 2024, Heidi.
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December 31, 2023 at 1:48 AM
Simply beautiful BB! Debx
Wolf Avatar
December 31, 2023 at 5:15 PM
Thank you, Deb. Here's to 2024. ~ gw
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