As the New Year Beckons
Its grasp, enchanting, all consuming, in both reminiscence and mirth
Constrained by memories of resolutions accomplished, revisited alongside those lost to the weakness of intent and purpose
Amidst festive homes around the world lays bare an overwhelming connection to those lost to us and those yet to arrive
passing cinematically before our very eyes,
certain that if we reached out, our skin would tingle with the ethereal touch,
once lost but for one magical moment in time returned to us
Brings forth visions of accomplishments beyond our wildest dreams,
of prosperity in all things dear to us, a renewed sense of integrity and purpose
and a desire above all else for true love's kiss
It is welcomed into the time of those who witness it by celebrations to surpass all others
with sparkling pirouettes of ancient rituals in all corners of the world, culminating in displays which light up the sky.
and the dance is momentarily paused as the seconds are recounted in descending order
welcoming the birth of the new year with exuberant embraces and stolen kisses
alongside the popping of corks which work in unison with the chink of glassware
cascading the golden bubbles of hope for the future as all sing Happy New Year
JW 2018