Yesterday, a reader shared a poem with a brief profile of Sue Ellson. She writes: “Ellson is a former banker, author, and consultant. She also provides consulting services to corporations and is the Founder of Newcomers Network. 

I know nothing about this wonderful lady, but I am sharing her poem “End of the Year Rush Poem” with thanks to her.

Read the poem –

The end of year 
Is coming fast 
The end of year 
Has me aghast 

Everyone rushing 
As if time is ending 
Everyone risking 
Their healthy living 

Please take a moment
To stop and focus
Must you do everything
Like hocus pocus

What can wait
What is urgent
What is essential
What is important

Leave the rest
For another day
Slow your speed
Live your way

Smile and observe
What you have achieved
Over the last 12 months
Your blessings received

What challenges have you conquered
What fears have you overcome
A new year is waiting
To see what you’ll become

Pat yourself on the back
So I can share your glee
Another year is nearly over
On the path to truly be