Tuesday, January 1, 2013

The New Year

Putting a toe
over the line,
a tentative launch
into the New Year.

A quick glimpse
to the left and right,
making sure the coast is clear,
and lifting the other foot
a small step forward.

Grin spreading
(a devil may care smirk even)
widening into a full blast
smile, tilting my chin up in defiant joy!
Knowing I can choose to be more
and succeeding.

Now my body in motion,
forward momentum, arms
swinging, knees pumping
from a small step into a sprint.

The future is just over that
horizon,
waiting to share it's days
of laughter,
it's moments of triumph,
the small treasures
that make a happy life.

Watch me stride!
Now laughing with tears,
Now ready and still
stubborn as hell,
I go forth into the New Year
welcoming the days ahead.

k
'Happy 2013 to All!'


1 comment:

  1. Inspiring poem about courage! Here's to a great 2013!

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