by Sandra Rippetoe copyright 2021
Happy New Year 2023!

Another year comes to a close

          as we gaze through future’s door.

The wheels of time keep spinning on

          as they will forevermore.

Let’s hold the memories in our hearts.

          Let’s look ahead for joy.

And send good wishes all around

         every person, girl, and boy.

And send good wishes all around,

          please grudges do not store.

Make happiness and health for all

          our world’s prevailing lore.