I AM THE NEW YEAR

I Am the New Year
  -- Author Unknown

I am the New Year. I am an unspoiled page in your book
of time.

I am your next chance at the art of living.

I am your opportunity to practice what you have learned
about life during the last twelve months.

All that you sought and didn't find is hidden in me,
waiting for you to search it out with more
determination.

All the good that you tried for and didn't achieve is
mine to grant when you have fewer conflicting desires.

All that you dreamed but didn't dare to do, all that
you hoped but did not will, all the faith that you
claimed but did not have--these slumber lightly,
waiting to be awakened by the touch of a strong
purpose.

I am your opportunity to renew your allegiance to Him
who said, "Behold, I make all things new."