As the Old Year Ends

 

As the grandfather clock begins to chime,

To summon the start of a brand New Year,

I give thanks for the gifts of the year just ending,

And for family and friends gathered here.

 

As glasses are raised in celebration,

I wonder what this next year will hold,

Will the summer heat bring endless drought?

The winter deep snows and biting cold?

 

I look to my sons, Hoss, Adam and Joe,

I hope the year will be good to my boys,

May they fare well, be healthy and strong,

And know no sorrows, only joys.

 

And for all my dear friends gathered here,

To celebrate, with us, the turning of the year,

May the months ahead be pleasant ones,

Filled with happiness and good cheer.

 

HAPPY NEW YEAR!