And as the year comes to a close

Time runs swift, heaven knows

Savored gifts and moments passed

Breezes caught and beauty grasped

Forgive with grace, none too soon

Offer mercy, cast seeds to bloom

Future goodness, hope springs “New Year”

Follow with footsteps without fear

Look inside your own deep heart

Worry not of another’s part

God has a purpose planned just for you

Other’s words won’t make it true

Trust and believe the desires set

Within your spirit, lest you forget

Breathe deep the air from where you are

Open eyes focus, near never far

Let life open as faith expands

Heart cries are answered, to conquer new lands.

Words and photo by Jennifer JLS

12/28/2014