new beginnings

3, 2, 1
the ball drops
spirts lift
love, cheer, excitement
suffocates us

the flood gates open
to the new year
twenty seventeen
where it’s all clear

untouched waters
waiting for someone
to dip their toes in
taunting those wanderers

now we’re up to the knees
comfortable yet weary
hesitating to wade further
that’s where it gets iffy

but it’s the new year
somewhat of a fresh start
to have the drive and motivation
to follow your heart.