(To A. B. Ghebremariam) br br You have thrown off the bonds br That bound you so tight br And out of the darkness br Have stepped into light. br Now it all lies before you br Like a banquet so bright br And inviting with everything new — br New year, new life, new career, br So spread out your wings br And fly high without fear. br I wish you a very exciting br and Happy New Year. br 311206 br P.S.