Goodbye; Hello

In a couple of hours, we say goodbye to 2014.  It held a lot of promise as it waited in the wings for 2013 to step off stage to make way for it. It has fulfilled much of what I'd hoped for. Most, even.
There have been ups and downs but even the downs are looking up. God is Faithful; He was in 2014 and He will be in 2015. I leave you with the sweet face below and one of my favorite blessings:

Do not look forward in fear to the changes in life;
rather, look to them with full hope that as they arise,
God, whose very own you are,
will lead you safely through all things;
and when you cannot stand it,
God will carry you in His arms.

Do not fear what may happen tomorrow;
the same understanding Father who cares for
you today will take care of you then and every day.

He will either shield you from suffering
or will give you unfailing strength to bear it.
Be at peace,
and put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations.

Amen.