<>_<> ReciPE FOR A hAPPY nEW YEAR<>_<>
Take twelve whole months,
DIRECTIONS
Clean them thoroughly of all
bitterness, hate, and jealousy,
make them just as fresh
make them just as fresh
and clean as possible.
Now cut each month
into twenty-eight, thirty, or
thirty-one different parts,
thirty-one different parts,
but don't make up
the whole batch at once.
Prepare it one day at a time
out of these ingredients.
Mix well into each day
one part of faith,
one part of patience,
one part of patience,
one part of courage,
and one part of work.
and one part of work.
Add to each day
one part of hope,
faithfulness, generosity,
faithfulness, generosity,
and kindness.
Blend with one part meditation,
Blend with one part meditation,
and one good deed.
Season the whole
with a dash of good spirits,
a sprinkle of fun,
a sprinkle of fun,
a pinch of play,
and a cupful of good humor.
and a cupful of good humor.
Pour all of this into a vessel of love.
Cook thoroughly over radiant joy,
Cook thoroughly over radiant joy,
garnish with a smile,
and serve with quietness,
unselfishness, and cheerfulness.
You're bound to have
a happy new year.
Serves
TO All
Enjoy the whole year!
Until Next Time... Be Well
Until Next Time... Be Well