May those who go in dread have no more fear.
May may captives be unchained and now set free,
And may the weak now receive their strength.
May beings help each other in kindness.
May the Lonely no longer be alone.
May travelers upon the road
Find happiness no matter where they go.
And may they gain, without the need of toil,
the goals on which they set their hearts.
--benediction from Buddhist scholar Shantideva
Best wishes to all for a year of joy, vitality, inspiration, fulfillment, and love.
