Farewell Old Year

Here is a poem I found that I thought was apt, considering what today is. Enjoy!

FAREWELL OLD YEAR

Farewell old year,
We may not see
Your like again,
Though some remain

In memory
Of cheer or tear
Of achievements

Made or unmade,
Friends gained or lost,
Now like misers
We count the cost

And close the year,
Calendars tossed,
Diaries shut.

Welcome New Year,
You come to us
Like virgin bride,
Fresh and untouched,

Full of promise,
Introductions
At first uncertain,

But far off sights
Will bring delights
And better days,
And far less tears

Or heart break hours
We hope and pray.
Farewell old year;
Farewell today.