02/01/2026
As We Shine Our Light, May We Light the Way for Others
As we celebrate the new year,
may we discover within ourselves
a deep and lasting sense of peace, love, and belonging.
May we learn to pause,
to listen inwardly,
and to meet both joy and uncertainty
with gentleness.
In opening our hearts and minds,
may compassion soften our judgments,
and curiosity take the place of fear.
May this inner openness ripple outward,
shaping the way we speak,
the way we listen,
the way we care for one another.
In the simple, often unseen moments,
may we choose kindness,
patience,
and understanding.
As we shine our light,
may we light the way for others.
May our lives become a shining presence,
steady, sincere, and alive,
offering a living celebration
of peace and love
to all we encounter
in the year ahead.
~ Mary Anne Byrne