Happy 2009 Y'all!

And so, a new year has dawned.
The Waterford crystal touched down
not a quarter of an hour ago.
As I watched its decent with tears in my eyes
I recalled the year of 2008
as I'm sure many people have.

I watched my 401k crumble
the interests rates lowered to a point
where they no longer beat inflation
I almost lost my true love
and I lost a member of 'family' *
As I look around, many have lost
many have crumbled

However, taking another look
I feel like the luckiest girl around.
My bond with my love
is stronger than ever.
I see Mother happier and in love at last
There's a roof over my head
and school starts soon
A first step towards a better life

And hopefully the tears of the downtrodden
can become smiles of hope
I know hard times can be conquered
I've done it.....


May your 2009 be great