ADIEU TO MAY 2020 By Polly Guerin

The very merry, merry month of May
A pleasant time for she was glity-gay

With daffodils in her shimmering hair
The earth was greener, greener fair

Cherry Blossoms burst forth in pink
Bird choruses were another link

Muguet, with love carried on the air
Remembering our heroes, only fair

And the mornings, full of sunrise scents
Granted safe harbor, from the virus sent

Mother's Day gave way to pause, celebrate
All women who nurture, a gift, at any rate

The perfect tonic for pandemic isolation
Love carried on the breeze for every nation

We saluted our heroes, land and sea for sure
And all the heroes, on board, to find a cure

And as new flowers bud, new seeds are sown
Into the fabric of our lives, we are reborn

Then a new normal recasts our lives anew
With patients, a new outlook is in the view

May steps aside for the arrival of June
Summertime views fill our heats in bloom.

ATTITUDE:: By Polly Guerin

The Starry Night-Vincent van Gogh 1889

Celestial stars sparkling so bright
Grant me this wish I've made tonight

That peace and sanity spread over the land
And reconciliation the mantra, world plan

Counting the lessons now learned
Bring in the new tomorrow at every turn

Cast out forever, doubt and unfounded fear
A new normal emerges, it's very clear

Focus on the good things, they're yet to come
Make a list even before the new day has begun

Welcome real opportunities in your path
New beginnings are here for you at last!

Fast forward with energy into the future
Your heart uplifted, be your new suitor

Raise a glass of champagne to yourself
Get ready for new ideas off the shelf

Recite affirmations, confirm your calling
With confidence the new You is soaring

Celebrate the gift granted, a brand new year
May it bring you love and lots of good cheer.

REMIND US TO REMEMBER: By Polly Guerin

Remind us daily to forgive and forget
There is so much more joy ahead

Remind us daily to smile at a stranger
Brighten the day, you be the arranger

Remind us daily to reflect on it all
Don't regret, spend time to recall

Remind us daily to focus on what's right
Press the delete button on a negative site

Remind us daily to look into someone's eyes
Speak words of encouragement, you are so wise

Remind us daily tell someone they're doing great
Compliments spread joyfulness it's never too late

Remind us daily how talented we are
Hitch your wishes on a brilliant star

Remind us daily friends are a treasure
Always there to listen, give pleasure

Remind us daily pets unconditional love
A blessing to everyone sent from above

Remind us daily there's so much more in store
New heights to ascend be honest to the core

Remind us daily to be generous befriend the meek
Sleep like a baby when you've reached your peak

Remind us daily you're the master of your fate
Start on a new regime, it is never too late.

EXPECTATIONS By Polly Guerin

Expect things to change for the better
Ban bitterness from your letter

You are better of than before
Don't doubt, even the score

Keep the window of opportunities open
Even before the good is spoken

Expect things to change around
Stand fast on solid ground

Don't talk yourself out of the good
Your expectations are understood

Be grateful for lessons of the past
Disappointments never last

Abundance is yours in every day
Expectations fulfilled on the way

Look forward with anticipation
It's your life to fulfill with creation

Get excited about transformation
A life renewed with elation

Visualize good coming your way
Spontaneous results without delay

Pursue the desires of your heart
Begin now, as the "new normal" starts.

GRATITUDE By Polly Guerin

As we move forward into the future
Let's return with a grateful heart

So what have we to be thankful for
Shall I tally up the grateful score?

And count success and failures as won
Acknowledging accomplishments and fun

We rode out the solitary test
Learned lessons how to be our best

Let the past weeks pass with gratitude
For cherished memories and attitude

As we share our grateful thoughts
Loving acts of kindness is the source

Cherish the bounty of family and friends
Pure love given freely never ends

Grateful for safe haven and peaceful shore
Blessed are they who know the score

Sequestered solo and safe in our isolation
Give thanks to medical heroes in the nation

Release, free yourself from the current past
Disappointments, prayers unanswered do not last

Let your heart be lighter, and brighter encore
Be amazing dance in the rain, laugh even more

Be the best reassured  a new wiser you
A chance to show your talent and renew

Vow to fill each day with joyful enthusiasm
Don't let naysayers curb your new found passion

Radiate thanksgiving and heartfelt gratitude
With acts of gladness and loving servitude

Move forward courageously without fear
Welcome in Gratitude for a happy new year.