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The month may be the same,

the day might just change,

make the day different and something to look for.

Dark sky or blue

the light will always show through

The fight might bite

but light will rise

with a heart of desire,

choose to inspire

not cower,

provide faith and love to those who love you,

appreciate the past and admire the present

-Austin

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Expect to work out

Walk around Walmart

Expect eating healthy

Mcdonald's burger lettuce-wrapped

Expect no more procrastination

“It can wait one more day”

Expect to save money

“I can pay for you don't worry about it”

Reality, Its not always what we expect

But what we follow

Expectation, its not always what we expect

But what we walk towards

We try to fit our reality into our expectations

When we should be fitting our expectations into our reality

-Jayla

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When the clock strikes 12

A new page will turn,

A new chapter will begin,

A new book to learn

With new beginning and endings

When the clock strikes 12

The old pages are not ripped,

The chapters are still existing,

With the new beginnings you will endure

When the clock strikes 12

Take care of yourself,

Create a new beginning,

Remember the endings

When the clock strikes 12

Be in the present,

Not the past,

New year, New goals

-Faith Smalldon

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in 2024

let’s not compare our journeys

go at a steady pace

let's be ok with failure

embrace each mistake

then take them one by one

build yourself a staircase

as you climb higher

you can leave it in the past

part of your story

but not your identity

let’s celebrate small wins

cut ourselves some slack

a culmination of 1° changes

that alter the course of our lives

two steps forward

one step back

-Rita

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Let no past thoughts, actions or experiences change your future

Your future is yours, so make it what you will

Let your dreams shine through

The pain of the past gives you the strength to overcome tomorrow

Trust your intuition

Some days you’ll survive others you’ll thrive

Just know tomorrow will come and yesterday will be history, just like the year that has passed

It’s all a mystery

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Every year, I try to improve on myself,

But maybe I should be grateful.

Grateful of what I've become so far,

Grateful for what I've survived.

Years are bumpy, years are long,

365 days for everything to go wrong.

Yet still, they pass by so fast,

Where does all that time go?

I don't have enough time to become what I want to be,

I don't have enough time to make everybody in my life proud.

I don't have enough time to love myself like people say we all deserve to love ourselves,

That's too much change for me.

There's one thing I can do, though.

I can survive another year.

I can be comfortable.

No more pressure,

Not too much intentional change,

I can just be proud of me.

Melissa S.

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A canvas unfurls, pristine and bright.

New beginnings whisper, softly decree,

A promise of change, a new me to be.

Shedding old skin, like leaves in fall,

Emerging stronger, answering the New Years call.

The echoes of last year gently fade,

As aspirations bloom in the dawn's cascade.

Resolute steps on a uncharted spree,

A new me for 2024 to see.

Nathan Coverdale

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This is a year for new experiences

For becoming better physically and mentally

Constant improvement is my goal

If i'm not improving then i’m falling behind

This is a year for changes

Going off to school

Moving out from home

Meeting new people

Becoming independant- Kaleb

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2023 you shaped me

The girl I was, now am and going to be

New year, new possibilities

I leave u behind

I close my eyes and in a blink of an eye you’re gone. All of you are gone. A bad year, a nightmare

Now All I can see is me.

New year, same me just so many new possibilities.

Ready for change, a clean slate, a new page.

Without you and in hope for a better me.

Gracie Siebenga

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New year new me, a fresh start, you see

Embracing change, like a soaring airplane

With my dreams in my heart.

And goals in my sight

I'll shine brighter

Like the stars in the night!

Cooper Smith

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May we remember the experiences that have gotten us to where we are today

May we choose to celebrate the good rather than dwell on the bad

May we use the success of the past year to inspire and encourage our new goals of the new year

May the gift of wisdom illuminate greater paths of potential after times of hardship and obstacles

May a life full of gifts help us become more educated, more grateful and more

free

May we manifest a new year, full of love, and joy that can continue for a million lifetimes.

Jillian Alexander

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In the crisp dawn of 2024's birth, Embrace the unknown, show your worth.

Seize the day, let courage unfurl, Adventure awaits, let your spirit whirl.

Risk's the key to what could be grand, Bold steps forward, across new land.

Moments are gems, don't let them slip, Dance in their rhythm, take that trip.

Live each day with zest and glee, Write your story, wild and free.

Embrace the year, let worries cease, In twenty-four, find your peace.

Noal Kirkham

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Go to chase everything you want

Be brave, be active

Cause you will never know til trying

Open arms to those feelings you have

Uncertain, scared, or even upset

Cause we learn and understand ourselves from it

Not shame of mistakes that you made

Face and solve it

Cause that's how we become a better person

Believe yourself more than any others

Self-worth, self-confidence, self-trust

Cause you’re worth it

-Carol

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In the darkness of a bloodline feud

An 18 year old tale, a dual life

Born to the ghosts of a faulty family

Yet cradled in love, a new start within

A legacy of darkness he bears

Inherited scars, silent dispairs

Yet in his heart, a beacon bright

Adopted warmth, a guiding light

A dance of demons, a clash of grace

Two worlds entwined in one young face

From roots of pain and family lore

To branches kind, a love experience

In the crucible of choice, he stands

Balancing tales from disparate lands

A tale of an 18 year old quest

Navigating the world within his chest.

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Twenty-twenty-befoure

I was a different person

And sometimes I hate that person

The person I was...

But it's okay, because new year new me

It's not 2020-4 the plot

Instead its 2020-4 my mental health

And that's OK.

It’s okay to not

2024 is 4 me

I’m going to be OK.

Better than okay

I’m going to be F**kin Perfect

Like the P!nk song

-Kylie

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New beginnings

New recovery

New starts

New developments

Try new things

Make time for the important ones

Explore more music

Let's grow and change but also remain true to ourselves

Call that one person

Learn better communication skills

Seek better people

Set boundaries

Cherish the people willing to honour them

Develop long and short term goals

Attain certainty and confidence

Learn to laugh at your mistakes

But also hold yourself accountable

Where challenges and obstacles are

Lessons and blessings are around the corner

Prioritize what makes you happy

Prioritize who makes you happy

View this new year with clarity

New chances and opportunities await you

Summer Chikwanda

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Less

late nights trying to finish the project

and feeling stressed for a test that you will pass

Less

living life as a spectator

letting other people dictate the outcome

Less

feeling nervous for growing up,

for the next part of life

Less

“maybe next time”

“I have to work”

& “we should do that sometime”

In 2024,

Less, time spent worrying about all the things your not doing

More, spending time doing it

- Nicole Alexander

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Okay, here’s what we’re going to do

Accept positivity

Allow creativity into our lives

Set high expectations and standards

Validate your achievements

Ask for help when you need it

Help others when they need us

Take care of yourself and your mind

Make connections

because in the end that’s

what matters

Remember that

Last year is the past

Now is the time to look to the future

But live in the present

Grace C

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May 2024 full of enjoyment,

Adventurous chapters in life

May you know that a pain

Is a beauty in pieces remained

May the universe blesses you

With a laughter and a lesson

May 2024 will bring you

More than just a purpose

But also a life

A life where we all feel loved

And a happiness under God’s blessings

For each of 366 chances we have

-Heni

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Grow

Meet new people

See unfamiliar places

Try neat foods

Grow

Improve self care

Take better care of the body

Cleanse your mindset

Grow

Prioritize yourself

Only give back to those who give to you

Learn what drives your happiness

Grow

Take deeper breaths

Let time take the lead

Live in the moment

Grow

Finally let go

Makayla Magee

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new perspectives

more

sunshine in our eyes

flowers in our hair

sand on our feet

more

spending time with ourselves

being kind to ourselves

laughing at our own jokes

more time doing things for me

new year

same me

but

a little better

Katie

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Everything changes

The things around you

The people you meet

Set new goals

Reach for what you want

Put yourself first

We don’t know what is up ahead

But we hope that it is a good

The year is only what you make it

You can start at any day

Joy, new beginnings

And sometimes struggles

Struggling is temporary

We live learn

And move on

Do what you love

Love what you do

And don’t give up when it’s hard

-Delsie Rego

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Lets surround ourselves with people we love, and people we know love us.

Surround ourselves with things that we love, and do things we love

Lets not forget about the past year, but take time to reflect on how to better ourselves.

How to make ourselves feel loved, and not be scared to love.

How to make good memories without feeling guilty.

How to not regret things that are already behind us and look to this new year.

Neve Jamieson

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Here’s to another yea.

To another month.
To another week.

Here’s to more smiles,

To more laughs

To more love

Here’s to more relationships,

To more conversations

To more fights

Here’s to more experiences,

To more stories

To another year.

Everett Hurst

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Less

Leaping into the realm

Of

Overthinking and dread

Less

Self-neglect

Self-saboatoge

And dread

More

Self-care

Self-love

And growth

More

Triumph and fulfillment

In everything I do

Everyday of the year

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more sunsets

laughter

& joyful music

more smiles on faces

pencils on paper

& focus on the present

more "lets do it!"

& having no regrets

more peace

kindness

& innovation.

-Mackenzie Horton

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May the sun be out of your eyes,

And the winds in your sails

May you weather the storms

And come out of them stronger

May the seas be calm,

And your voyage peaceful

May you render aid

To however may need it

So whenever you may founder,

The seas will be filled with those willing to give.

For that is the way,

To make the seas better on which we live.

-Ethan Fischer

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2024 is for…

Days in the sun

Nights under the stars

And bathing in the lake

2024 is for…

Laughing until your cheeks hurt

Overusing “I love you”

And being present with your people

2024 is for…

Accepting what is out of your control

Affirmations and self-love

And crushing goals

2024 is for…

Stepping out of your comfort zone

Trying new things

And spontaneous adventures

2024 is for…

Academic comeback

Hard work

And determination

2024 is four…

Me

Carly Angel

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more

books

crochet hooks &

photos in my gallery

more

documenting life

solo dates &

compliments

more

“I’ll be there”

“lets hang out” &

“that was so fun”

more

balance

peace &

simplicity

-Lexi Kent

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It's 2024, we've begun a new year

I want this year to be filled with happy tears

to discover more music that makes me feel alive

and take walks through nature to help my soul revive

revive itself from the pain of last year

I want to grow and change, maybe even start a career

in 2024 I want to feel love

I want to prioritize myself and put my emotions above

I want to learn new things and make good memories

I want to hug my friends and laugh in the beachy breeze

I want to wish on a shooting star, for my future and ours together

I want to look back on this year forever and ever

- Tija Paroski <3

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:-) Mrs. Bruggemann