New Years Resolutions

The New Year brings it quite a chance,

to drink, be merry, loud and dance.

And whilst I agree that there is some cheer

I can't help but think it was one too many beers.

So now that the smog of New Years Eve has passed

I glance at the coming months with hope in my heart

And whilst I know that I do not like the idea

I have been asked several times what I will plan this year.

Nothing, absolutely nowt - I have no given plans

I won't give up drinking or working till late,

I won't starve myself by cutting down my plate.

I shan't be changing lifestyles or taking up art

I will however remain the same old grumpy fart.

I promise to take each month without judgement

I hope to remain human throughout the year

I will provide as much of a shoulder as I can manage

spread smiles, share times and dry tears.

It is not just the start of a new year 

that should spring board us into new plans

but the hope of the people we are in this world

whether child, friend, woman or man.