Happy New Year
For every ending there is a new beginning! Welcome, to the beginning of another year. May this year be even better than the last.
New Years Celebrations
Everyone has their special way of celebrating the coming in of the New Year. It is usually based on a few factors ethnicity, culture, tradition and personal choice. Attending a party, many times a large party, is involved. Many are adult orientated. However, there are family friendly parties as well. Sometimes there are events more child focused like; overnight skating parties at a local skating rink or a church led celebration going till after midnight.
Goal Setting
Every year many participate in the tradition of setting new goals. Many goals do seem to be common like, lose weight, eat better, work out or exercise regularly and connect more with family or friends. There are so many more that, the list could go on forever. It is always best to write these goals down, so they can be referred back to regularly. Big step that always seems to be forgotten is accountability.
Jack Frost
“Jack “ was a common name in 1700’s so this first was implemented with the frost that the elf like creature was known to make happen. The name Jack Frost became a way to characterize the common aspects of the folklore character.
Jack Frost's Role:
- He's an elf, sprite, or spirit.
- He creates frost patterns on windows.
- He nips noses and toes in the cold.
- In some tales, he also colors autumn leaves.
In essence he is a charming personification of a recognizable character, especially in North America and Britain