The End Is Near

I claim that the end is near

for wars

whether those fought between countries or those battles within one's self.

I claim that the end is near

for those who are ill

that recovery and good health be restored.

I claim that the end is near

for those who do not have shelter or food

in the land of plenty and in a world with so much - may no one go without.

I claim that the end is near

for those who are lonely

whether by self or alone in a crowd surrounded by many - may all souls feel included

I claim that the end is near

for those who work so hard but yet still struggle

may their days of labor multiply into good rewards and returns

I claim that the end is near

for those who choose to see and walk in a negative pattern

may a light shine brightly upon them and show yes... that there is still good.

I claim that as the New Year approaches

we lay down our guard and lift up our eyes and love

may our differences not define us, but may we define who we are by our actions and words of kindness

may the angriest and bitterest of hearts and minds be overcome with the possibilities of what could be...may all walk in the light with a renewed purpose of being the best versions of ourselves. May we lift a heart felt prayer of thanks from the heart for what is and what is to come.