Sonnet: The Old Year

The old year passed off smoothly after all; God blessed most nations rather profusely; To many souls, God gave His clarion call; He chose new leaders who would work truly! God brought the rains on time and helped us farm; He gave the sun to help harvest the crops; He saved us from accidents and great harm; He blessed the land like early morn dew-drops! The year rolled off quite calmly from the start; Most people heaved sighs of greater relief; God’s mercy flowed in excess from His heart; Let’s thank the Lord for strengthening our belief! The Tsunami’s havoc has been undone; Let peace prevail on earth without a gun. Copyright by Dr John Celes 12-29-2006