The urge to prepare and make ready on New Years Eve
Declutter and cleanse our home and mind
Polish the dust and hoover up old pieces
The clock keeps ticking, the food all prepared
A new year will dawn with new beginnings I believe
A moment to reflect on what’s gone by during last year
Goals and plans that I had hoped to achieve, carry over
A moment to remember those friendships gained and lost
For I remained steadfast and gave all a fair chance
A moment to give thanks and realise that I am ready to move on.
Resolutions, rituals and energy - moving forward
Tinged with a pang of panic mixed with the chaos left behind
A year of 12 months which I have now outgrown
A year of my life that for 12 months I had known
The evening air feels cold as the world countdown begins
So much to do in the little time left
The rush to send texts to near and far
Wishes of prosperity, good health and blessings
The current year fades and banks more life lessons
The TV shows endless repeats and the usual annual review
Highlights and lowlights of news stories gone by
We recall those famous faces we lost on the way
A film preview of blockbusters the headlines all say
But we’ve seen them a million times before, last N’ers Day
The tartan clad dancers, the kilted piper ready
A quick glance at your clock or watch to be sure you’re on time
The cannon confirming to an expectant world, crack open the wine
The happy new year kisses and hugs in full flow
The new night sky lighting up with fireworks, what glow
Happy New Year!
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