New Yearr's Resolutions

              New Years Resolutions

As another year comes to a close,

I sit here feeling sad and morose.

Last year I promised, so much to do,

Well...all of those resolutions, fell through.

Lets see, lose a few pounds and exercise more,

Go outside and garden and do more needy chores.

The year has passed and what do I see?

There is at least... ten pounds more of me.

All of those promises...they did seem sound,

I had time to do them,  but I let myself down.

Now it is time to start a brand new slate,

Things I wish to accomplish before its to late.

Definitely lose ten pounds, and exercise more;

Spend much more time... out of doors.

Help the old folks and make sure that I do,

Things for the poor and disabled... too.

Teach some one to read, that sounds good.

If I monitor my time, I know that I could.

Well, I see that my list , could go on and on;

Get these things done, the weight will be gone.

Now just to get the energy to get off the couch;

Or in 2018, I'll be bigger than a house.

            Valentine

Author's Note

Why do we always seem to make them...and in just
a few weeks...break them.

Reviews

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We all make New Year's resolutions.....and they are difficult to keep, especially when we are trying to get through the whirlwind of each day.

It all comes down to habit. And we know that habits, good or bad, tend to die hard.

Keep on trying.

[Valentine]

Many habits are very hard to break, I agree with you. Thank you for stopping by. Kathie

[Jed Johnson]

I never make resolutions, they never stick, great poem on just that though.

[Valentine]

Jed, we all just need to try harder at living a good life. Kathie

[Norman 223]

What I liked (loved) about this poem was the realistic aspirations, that were emphasised by the tongue in cheek rebuttals, Stay confident, They are all achievable,....and healthy.
Best wishes for a rewarding New Year!
Norman

[Valentine]

Hope every ones hopes and dreams come true. Kathie