A ducky New Year

They looked around the frozen stream

And called out loud and clear,

A ducky greeting to one and all

For a great new year.

Along the way the trees were full

Of the soft new snow,

Making such a wonderland…

As if a special glow

Was shining on this New Year’s Eve,

There for all to see.

The birds and squirrels saw it too. 

They stared like you and me.

The nuthatch thought he’d have his fill

While he waited, and lo…

The gulls were busy on the bay

Crabbing as they go.

And all around the sliver sheen 

Of reluctant sun

Broke through the dark grey cloud

Of a year all done.

We walked along familiar paths

Looking forward without fear

For a host of better days

In a brand new year.

Wishing one and all the best in 2022!

Marie Smith