this year

this year may your fats
be polyunsaturated
your lactose intolerance
more tolerant
your acid stomach soothed
your insomnia sleepy
your biceps and triceps
more acceps-ible
your lats more flat
your abs less drab

may your split ends come together
may your love handles get a grip
your cholestorol more leveled
your roughage less rough
may your astigmatism have a better vision
your arthritis loosen up
your varicose look better up close
may your pads have wings

this year may your inner child
play with outer toys
your feminine and masculine sides
understand Mars and Venus
your spiritual quest allow more dancing
may you find yourself
even when you aren't looking
may your old baggage be easily transported
by friendly baggage handlers

and may your prosperity
gain valuable interest
compounded daily

             © Chuck Beals   January 1999