Just For Today . . . on new year's

dear Holy Friends,     New year's is one of those holidays that is either all or nothing, I think. Some see it as the perfect opportunity to start with a clean slate. Others see it as another reason to wonder why bother. Of course, then there are those who just see it as a reason to get drunk. I use it for reflection and hope the things I did well last year I can repeat, and the things I messed up I won't. Happy New Year.   In His Grip, Chandra                 on new year's The year dawns with hope and joy and plans     it will be better than the last one         everyone is bound to say. The revelry, the cheers and the fun     something about new year is hopeful         the chance for a better way. We move forward into the next year     leaving old cares and worries behind         all we want is a new start. But life isn't like the calendar     trials not bound by dates and years       life is gonna hold some dark.  The tough times we face and struggle through     do not have to ruin and destroy         place them in the Master's hands. As artists or tapestries all know     black paint highlights, outlines, and defines        dark will bring the beauty through. I could wish you only happiness      a year without sadness or pain         but would that be best for you? Our Father knows what is best for us     if we entrust our lives to his care         His love will carry us through.   ~Chandra Lynn Smith, 1/1/11~