The New Year's Eve countdown is on, with people eagerly awaiting the opportunity to say goodbye to this year and welcome the possibilities of the year ahead. The month of January's name was derived from the Roman god Janus, who was the god of beginnings, endings, doorways, and transitions....
Revelry and New Year's Eve tend to go hand in hand. When the world-renowned ball drops in Times Square at the stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve, many a celebrant toasts the arrival of a New Year with a glass of champagne, a tradition that underscores the role alcohol plays on the final day of...
Traditions are the glue that hold many celebrations together. Individuals and families embrace many customs that serve as the script for commemorating year-end holidays.
Some celebrants may adhere to traditions without really knowing how they began or why they continue. Here is a closer look at...