As the new year approaches, there are many things to be thankful for--- mainly just being alive. It seems like the older you get-- time passes by more quickly. The man a decade ago, is not necessary the same person, today. Some people change for the better, others for the worse-- the latter, nothing can be done for them. Resolutions are a good thing to have in your life-- but do you have the will to carry them through? Lots of folks talk about optimism-- but lead a pessimistic lifestyle. Sure, they do a minimum amount of work-- but produce nothing. The sinner doesn't change with the seasons-- like a rotted-tree, they do not grow. So repent, let joy fill your being-- and make 2017 the best one, yet...and many more...