ACTIVATING EMPOWERMENT

A New Year is here, oh yes
A year of promise, I hope
My word of advice is to avoid the dreary
And maintain the ability to cope

There is so much sadness and grieving, too
When one entertains a global view
It is better by far, in my estimation,
To maintain a more local orientation

Near home are tasks we can tackle
That affect the immediate locale
Effecting change in the local scene
Activates an empowering morale...