Perhaps a bit wiser,
a bit kinder, too,
a little bit braver,
a heart that''s more true,
a touch of believing
I''ve not known before,
in joys I''m receiving
a little bit more.
A prayer when I''m weary
as onward I trod,
a little more trusting,
believing in God,
''tis this I would wish for
within moments dear,
not a lot - just a little
this wondrous new year.