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