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Post by ZandraJoi on Dec 31, 2020 9:48:17 GMT -5
"Every year on December 31st, people around the world celebrate New Year’s Eve, the last day of the year. It’s a day to say “goodbye” to the old and “hello” to the new. Also known as Old Year’s Day or Saint Sylvester’s Day, New Year’s Eve is one of the most exciting holidays of the year. In some countries, such as the Philippines and Latvia, New Year’s Eve is a public holiday. In Japan, it’s a government holiday. In other countries, many businesses let their employees off of work early so that they can partake in the many festivities. There are many reasons this day is one of the biggest nights of the year. Not just because it’s a time of big parties and celebrations all around the world. New Year’s Eve can be a significant turning point in your life. It’s a time to reflect on the past year and all of the lessons you have learned. It can be a time you decide to start making better choices. If you have had a rough year, New Year’s Eve offers a feeling of relief. You can be thankful that the year is finally over New Year’s is also a time to forgive past mistakes and form new habits. Many people make New Year’s resolutions. Although, only 8% of people actually accomplish them. Instead of making resolutions that you’re not going to keep anyway, it’s better to set three or four goals. Breaking down goals into actionable steps, and reviewing your progress daily helps to keep them. It’s also a good idea to find a friend or mentor that can hold you accountable."
My notes: I hope next year is a good one for all of us!
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Post by ZandraJoi on Dec 31, 2021 9:30:06 GMT -5
"Each year, Make Up Your Mind Day on December 31st encourages us to quit wavering, to take a side, and follow through with a decision and stick to it. As New Year’s resolutions go, this may be the day to decide which ones to declare. The day may be used to determine other decisions as well. Career changes, family decisions, and large purchases often keep us from moving forward. We waver between multiple choices or sometimes a simple yes or no. While some life-altering decisions are made on a whim, most people deliberate and weigh the pros and cons before making these types of decisions."
My notes: While it's okay to change your mind as we all learn & grow, some things like being healthy should be followed thru.
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Post by spg on Dec 31, 2021 10:09:00 GMT -5
I change my mind a lot. I call it a second chance for myself. There is no law that says you should not make things better when you have a chance to do it.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Dec 31, 2022 9:38:34 GMT -5
"Hogmanay is a Scottish word meaning “the last day of the year.” It’s celebrated in Scotland on New Year’s Eve, when Scots host house parties and exchange gifts. The celebrations are often followed by parties on both New Year’s Day and January 2, which is a bank holiday in Scotland. While the origins of Hogmanay are hard to pinpoint, its roots are thought to lie in Norse and Gaelic traditions."
My notes: Anybody Scottish & use this term?
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Post by ZandraJoi on Dec 31, 2023 9:54:43 GMT -5
"National Champagne Day recognizes the wine that puts the pop in every New Year's Eve celebration. Genuine champagne only comes from France's Champagne region. French law protects where and how it is made. With some exceptions, only Champagne made according to set specifications and within the French region may label their wines using the term "Champagne." Other foods and beverages fall under this type of protection in France and other parts of the world." My notes: Who drinks champagne? Do you drink the "genuine" one from France? Or another version? I've never drank but am interested in what others have to say.
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Post by Steve on Dec 31, 2023 12:44:58 GMT -5
I drink just a few sips of Champagne on New Year's Eve. I don't really care for it. Drinking too much of it gives me a massive headache the next day.
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