Of cherry blossoms and many things red

Pinkish cherry blossoms unnaturally do spring,
around malls and many a revellers’ lodging.
Of a coming new year, a celebration to usher,
the jolly boar, piggie, or “oink-oink”, with a golden blusher.

Of many things red, we certainly do see,
associated with the Chinese, for greater prosperity.
A colour of passion, of dominance and of fire,
For lanterns, packets, clothing and many more, to desire.

And in this season of coming merriment,
with loud crackers, visitations and frolicky lion dances,
To thank, to love, to cherish and to accompany,
with family and friends, and well wishers aplenty.

But forget also not the lonely single beings,
Of deprived love, and solitude constantly preying.
Spread a resounding cheer, or maybe just a simple call,
to show your bounteous care, and earnest generosity of soul.