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........and in with the new.
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........and in with the new. |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA 
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The old year's finally going out. The new one's coming in. So many thoughts come now to mind but where do I begin? The year's been filled with up and downs, with good and bad times, too And so I sit and reminisce as thoughts come into view. I've made some friends, some enemies. I've done the best I could But there are times intentions , though well meant, don't turn out good. I only hope I have enriched the lives of those I've met And, to the ones I've injured, I must live with the regret. I've seen new family members come, applauded at each birth And cried for those whose time had come to finally leave this earth. I've seen my children take a giant step toward adulthood Tried hard to fill them with advice with hopes it does some good. My health has been quite good. There were a few days I was down But other folks were much worse off and here I'm still around And like my golfing buddies say when bad things come to pass Life is good if we are still on this side of the grass. I've loved. I've lost. I've loved again, refusing to stay down. I've had my hopes high in the air and had them on the ground. I've had emotions carry me and had them hold me back Hurt feelings when I spoke too soon with wisdom that I lack. There are some things I'd change, some things I'd redo, if I could But wishin' for what cannot be does no one any good So, with a wistful smile, I'll raise my glass and have a cold one And hope the coming year's as kindly to me as the old one. |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
I'll raise that glass with you and welcome in the new! *clink* Cheers! Great poem, Balladeer!  Denise |
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Sally S. Senior Member
since 1999-06-07
Posts 847Ohio |
Here Here, my dear! Wonderfully stated. We are very fortunate, true...and I sometimes forget just how fortunate we are. |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Your a good man Balladeer, I wish your new year to be full, especially with peace, and may that sharp wit continue, well-honed. In the dew of little things, the heart finds its morning and is refreshed. (ee cummings) |
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Severn Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-17
Posts 7704 |
daring 'deer, you are just beyond compare (when nekkid in the woods) and how you could ever have and enemy is simply beyond belief! I don't believe it! But - I'm glad this year has been a fulfilling one - in lessons, in love, in living. Wonderful words, Michael. Hugs and all.  K |
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RainbowGirl Member Elite
since 1999-07-31
Posts 3023United Kingdom |
I'll tinkle my glass with yours.. HUSG Don't ask me where I'm going, just listen when I'm gone and far away you'll hear me singing softly to the dawn. |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Balladeer - I'm glad that my year included you ...  ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
Cheers Michael! A soul that writes from the heart and shares it, truly gives a gift extraordinaire! Shannon |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
CHEERS, my DEER  |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Mr Balladeer, I think you have mostly loved, made friends, applauded, advised, enriched and I hope you will always stay on this side of the verse - the poet. Liz |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
But in with the new, with one such as you, Is a pleasure that's known by so very few... You're such a nut my friend, so talented and wise...there's very few others that I'd be as honored to enter a new year with as yourself... |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
My friends, just knowing that I'll be entering the new year with people like you alreay makes it a great year! I wish you all peace, health and friendships in the months to come. Bless you all! |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Ah, live and learn....but it's living so who's complaining Have a great New Year Michael!! |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Balladeer you're one of a kind! One I'm glad that has crossed my path. You've a big heart and lots of caring! Though this year has certainly had its down sides, there is still a lot to be thankful for. You are one of those that we are thankful for! Here's to YOU and the hopes that the New Year brings around something better for both of us! big (((((HUGS))))) to ya! |
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Fairy Colours Member
since 1999-12-02
Posts 169Sunrise,Fl,US |
Let me join everyone and raise my glass to the new year too. Cheers |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Thank you , Ruth and Rebecca. I wish you both the best. Yes, fairy, glasses are raised. Bring that new year in! |
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Iloveit Senior Member
since 1999-09-02
Posts 1121NM |
hugs and yep, every word is heartfelt and true....sigh.....am glad to call you my friend Mr. Balladeer..... |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
A {{{{ *Hug* }}} and a !~*Me*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ [email protected] |
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