A new year upon us-two zero, two five,
I wake up refreshed, feeling sharp and alive.
What are my hopes and my dreams for the year?
Goals, aspirations, in all I hold dear.

Pen in hand, paper waiting, ready to write,
No doubts in my mind, no ‘if’, ‘maybe’, ‘might’.
This year will be different, this year I’ll succeed,
In fulfilling my aims, follow-through with the deed.

Arise early each morn, a smile on my face,
Greet my hubby with coffee and a loving embrace.
Our union prevails, my soulmate for life,
I’ll pay more attention, eliminate strife.

Tackle my chores with a positive mien,
Approach them with purpose, keep everything clean.
Purging and tidying, structure to all,
Things in their places, the big and the small.

Reign in on the hoarding, collecting, and such,
Shoes, books, and trinkets, too many, too much.
Curb my impulsive purchasing way,
Consider the need before I hit ‘pay’.

I’ll watch what I eat, keep it healthy and smart,
Limit the food that’s not good for my heart.
Drink more water, lay off of the booze,
Exercise daily, a few pounds to lose.

Cut out the cookies, the donuts, the chips,
They all can attest to the growth of my hips.
Self-control is the answer, I’ll do it, I will,
When my tummy is growlie, with veggies I’ll fill.

Try out some yoga, for body and mind,
Meditation and stretching to help me unwind.
Daily walks in the park with my pooches in tow,
Content tails wagging, eyes all aglow.

Appreciate nature, the stars in the sky,
The wind in the trees, the birds as they fly.
The crispness of winter, the promise of spring,
Summer sun urging plants, autumn harvest to bring.

Treat others with kindness, all judgement forsake,
Talk less, listen more, be real, not fake.
Be true to myself, identity strong,
Don’t believe those who tell me I’m wrong.

Now last, but not least, my family, my kin,
Cherish old memories, new ones begin.
Spend more time together, share stories and dreams,
Both laughter and worries, minute or extreme.

I’ll follow the map of the goals I’ve laid out,
I’m determined and focused, know what it’s about.
It’s me, but I’m better, if I stick to my trail,
The challenge is real, I know I won’t fail.