It's the New Year!

New Years Celebrations Around the World 
All around the world people celebrate the coming of a new year and time with traditions from their country. Although the celebrations are not always held on the same day, they often include traditions of religious celebrations, special prayers and blessings, beautiful costume parties and parades of celebration.

Time Capsule of Family Memories
Time capsules are a fun way to celebrate the New Year or can be made anytime as a fun way to preserve your family memories!

Planning Now for the New Year
Having home business success in the New Year means you need to plan now. Here are Coach Fayerweather's tips on how to plan and implement the plan.

Get Ready To Set Goals in January
December tends to be a hectic time for most of us and before we know it January is upon us. Your thoughts may then turn to the goals you're going to set yourself during next year. 

Let's Make 'New' New Year Resolutions
It is nearly time to start thinking about New Year Resolutions. Perhaps a little bit early, but the resolutions I have in mind may involve a little more time and effort than usual.

History of Modern New Year's Celebrations
The tradition of celebrating the beginning of the New Year actually dates back as early as approximately 2000 B.C. - about 4000 years ago. The ancient Babylonians would begin an 11 day celebration with the first day of the New Moon after the Vernal Equinox (beginning of Spring). This was also known as Akitu. The purpose was to celebrate the Spring rains and the renewal of nature as well as of the people in the community. 

Lazy Gourmet Super Bowl Favorites
If there's anything for the non-sports fans during football season, it's the food. What better way to get in on the excitement than with a scrumptious menu of all your cold weather favorites. Park your tight-end on the couch and dig in!

Counting Down the New Year
'Count down' to the New Year with your youngster, being sure to make lots of noise to welcome in 2001!