As this a brand New Year begins,

 May it bring you cheer and lots of grins.

To you my friends, whether far or near,

my wish for you is a Happy New Year.

You've left a warm feeling within my heart,

something I've cherished right from the start.

A friendship built from trust and love,

arranged from "The Heavenly One" above.

As friends we'd laugh and sometimes cry.

To some, we've had to say goodbye.

But through it all, in touch we stayed,

reaching out to each other as we prayed.

Now as this year comes to an end,

may you still remember me as your friend.

If it's in my power, I shall do for you,

even now, as I bid you adieu.

God bless and keep you safe I pray,

bringing you sunshine for each new day.

When you need a friend to sit and listen,

remember I'm here... for that is my mission.

~Author~

Ruth Ann Mahaffey

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