Twas the night before New Years, Two-Zero-One-Two
I was plotting to visit a party (or a few)
An evict note was hung on my front door with care
I hoped my unemployment check soon would be there
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The economy hung by a festive green thread
But my resolution was to look happily ahead.
When out on the patio I heard something Eerie
If I had an iphone, I’d inquire with Siri
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But Blackberrys dont have an app of such glee
…and besides, I only get ones that are free
I braved the disturbance and went to the door
With pepper spray in hand, just to be sure.
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When what to my overworked eyes did I see
But the ghost of Steve Jobs staring straight back at me
Yes, late founder of Apple, a hero to many
He reached out and handed me a 2012 penny
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“You shouldn’t have Steve,” I said with a grin
He said, Take this my friend, and this year you’ll win
Heavens pretty great, kid, I’m not gonna lie
Tonight I’m catching Amy Winehouse- Rehab in the sky
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But this year, I promise you resources anew
In this, the year Two-Thousand-Ten-Plus-Two
No apolocalypse awaits as the features films said
No natural disasters or rapture ahead
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Just a God-Given chance to begin a new year
To get what you want, whether world peace or beer
So jump on the train – let your thoughts be shared
Do it via flashcard video if you feel scared.
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But make sure you speak up and let your views fly
Don’t let anyone deprive you the right to OCCUPY
The troops in Iraq are homebound at last
An election year is bringing some changes to pass
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So take the opportunity and make use of your time
Make use of the penny, it’ll turn to a dime
YES! Good things are coming and great things are near
Here’s to 2012, have an awesome New Year
Bonnie, this is fantastic! Please write more, & Happy 2012!
Happy New Year, Bonnie!
it is! thanks 🙂 happy new year!
Good job!
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GREAT post, Bonnie! Is this YOUR poem? I love it!!! It’s full of humor and wit and positive ideas. Perfect for this day. Thank you for sharing, and wishing YOU the best NEW YEAR ever!