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Happy New Year!

Hello, 2026, 

What do you have for us? 

We're all optimistic - 

And we're almost experienced.

I'm ready for the long list of resolutions 

That will either last a week or fade away.

I've met your predecessors - 

Big titles, a promising index 

But the font becomes smaller and less denser 

As the pages turn. 

And I hope that this time, 

The chaos is funny 

The change is useful 

The evolution is forwards.

You don't need to be perfect - 

We just need enough light to find

Our lost things

Ourselves

And our people. 

Without panic. 

But anyways, I'll try again - 

A new journal, new diary, 

New planner, a neater handwriting - 

It wouldn't hurt to try, even if I might fail.

But make sure to knock first 

Before barging in -

I prefer a slow fade in 

Rather than a flash. 

And however it goes, 

Please give us a good story, 

Lots of happy memories, 

And the best of friends. 

Dear 2026, 

Be weird - but not cruel, 

Be surprising - but not expensive, 

Be transformative - but don't erase old memories.


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  1. Janane AravindanJanuary 1, 2026 at 7:09 AM

    Happy New Year dearest Shriyan. . Wishing you the best of 2026 ❤️

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2026 at 7:11 AM

    Super fantastic Shriyan. Wish u happy new year to u. God bless you and always with you in all ur steps taken by u All the best. Anbudan Viji Patti.

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2026 at 5:28 PM

    Wonderful poem Shri! Happy new year!

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  4. T.SrinivasanJanuary 1, 2026 at 5:40 PM

    Hi Shriyandhaa ! Welcoming a new day new year through your positive commands shows your care on the society. Beautiful sharp words and your poem is extraordinary . I join with you in wishing all by welcoming the 2026 not the number alone but the New year . HAPPY NEW YEAR

    PUSHPA PATTI

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2026 at 6:20 PM

    Happy New Year Shri ! Love you !!

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  6. Shyamala NJanuary 1, 2026 at 7:14 PM

    Happy New Year da pattu kutty ❤️ First off , take a bow for this fantastic poem . The way you have portrayed a negotiation with the upcoming year , rather than putting the burden of too much expectation from it , speaks volumes of your sensibility which is definitely much ahead of years for a child of your age! Nothing but experience would make someone this mellowed when welcoming new beginnings, and it is hard for me to believe that it is coming from a 13 year old !!
    I hope that this new year brings with it fantastic new experiences for you! You would be stepping into high school this year, which is the first step towards your life ahead ! I pray and wish to the almighty that you reach dizzy heights and win many many accolades! I also pray that He be with you at all times, guiding you in any path that you choose for yourself!
    Loads of love da cutie patootie ❤️

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2026 at 7:38 PM

    Happy new year prty lil baby

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  8. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2026 at 9:32 PM

    The three ending lines are superb which passes hidden message to all. Our best wishes to you. 👍💐💐

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  9. Samhi's SpaceJanuary 1, 2026 at 9:57 PM

    Wonderful poem Shriyan darling. Nice way to bid adieu to 2025 and welcome 2026. Happy new year and blessings for a fantastic year.

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  10. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2026 at 10:36 PM

    Super Shriyandhaa Kudos to u God bless u with more achievements in this New Year 2026

    Pushpa Patti's friend Sujatha

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    1. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2026 at 4:38 AM

      Hi Sriyandha,happy ,healthy and bright new year 2026. As you said,optimism is the buzz word for everyone to keep the life going on....Let this New year bring in mental peace ,calmness and good health for all. Wonderful poem and your array of words enhances the beauty ofthe poem .
      Love from Pushkala paati

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