New Year's Wishes

"What shall I wish for?
Treasures of earth?
Songs in the springtime,
Pleasures and mirth?
Flowers on thy pathway,
Skies ever clear?
Would this insure thee
A Happy New Year?

What shall I wish for?
What can be found
Bringing thee sunshine
All the year 'round?
Where is the treasure,
Lasting and dear,
That shall ensure thee
A Happy New Year?

Faith that increaseth
Walking in light;
Hope that aboundeth,
Happy and bright;
Love that is perfect,
Casting out fear;
These shall ensure thee
A Happy New Year.

Peace in the Saviour,
Rest at His feet,
Smile of His countenance,
Radiant and sweet.
Joy in His presence!
Christ ever near!
This will ensure thee
A Happy New Year!"
~ Frances Ridley Havergal


1. New Year's Wishes [1], 2. New Year's Wishes [2],
3. New Year's Wishes [3], 4. New Year's Wishes [4]


Enjoying some of my favorite things... a cup of tea by candlelight...


more later...