A stirring reflection on grief, resilience, and the enduring fight for justice in the face of oppression. This poem explores the weight of systemic injustice while offering a glimmer of hope for a better world, forged through collective action and unwavering spirit.

“Here’s to us, for making it this far.

As another year closes,

we dust down resolutions,

review the messes we’ve made,

the triumphs we’ve tasted,

and dance on the embers of the past.”

Discover the full poem on The Mayfair Poet’s blog for a moving reflection on growth, resilience, and the promise of a new year.