New Year Letters

A poem by Mairead Byrne


1

Martha,

It is a long time since we saw you. The cold is terrible. John is engaged. God bless and best wishes for 1002.

Avery

2

Jim,

Do you remember "coby"? We had a laugh. Very best wishes for 957.

Harold

3

Nixie,

Deb said to write you. You know what I want to say. What is your answer? The very best in 1604.

Frank

4

Dervilleen,

When will we see you? Bring butter if you can. God bless and best wishes for 1371.

Kratz

5

Joe,

Tyrone is upset with you about the horse. There's not much to do here. Happy 1749.

Campbell

6

Genna,

If you get this say so. We missed you at Christmas. Take care and best for 1410.

Anka

7

Millie,

Your violin case is being sent with Bertha. Can you collect it? Happy New Year from all at 41 and best wishes for 2032.

Terence

8

Francis,

I think you should listen to Molly. What's it like there? With every good wish for 1916.

Sarah

9

John,

Do you like these "boots"? I thought they'd suit fine. Thinking of you and wishing you all the best in 1799.

Grant




© Mairead Byrne, 2004