Last Year is Past Dear

The new year rings in, as my heart glows with the promise of a fresh start.

Last year is past dear, and hopefully it will remain there; at least some parts.

Last year is past dear, and part of me is missing, but I'm glad it's gone

Because without that part, another lives on, in a life much easier

And I love on, knowing that I really did make a difference.

Last year is past dear, and another part is gone, one that will remain that way

Because I don't need it anymore, and he didn't deserve it anyway.

Now that I think about it, he didn't either.

Last year is past dear, but some parts remain.

The family I have, the friends that I've gained.

These I hope to keep for many a year to come,

But they are the remnants of a year I'm glad is gone

Because this, my dear, will be my year

If only I can take it step by step, bit by bit.

That seems to be how You want it.