The magic of midnight. As the clock ticks down to midnight on December 31st, the world collectively bids farewell to the old year and welcomes the new one with joy, reflection, and celebration. New Year’s Eve, a night steeped in history and traditions, has evolved into a global extravaganza of festivities. We decided to have a girls gala dressed up in our elegant black gowns, dancing the night away, indulging in delectable treats, and of course crafts.
Did you know the earliest recorded New Year’s festivities date back over 4,000 years to the Babylonians, who celebrated the occasion with a grand 11-day festival in late March. The Romans later adopted January 1st as the beginning of the new year, a tradition that carried through the centuries. The month of January is named after Janus, the Roman god of doorways and new beginnings, symbolizing the transition from the old year to the new. The iconic Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball Drop in New York City started in 1907, becoming a symbol of celebration around the world.
Fireworks displays have since become synonymous with New Year’s Eve, lighting up the skies in cities globally. The singing of “Auld Lang Syne,” a poem written by Scottish poet Robert Burns, became a popular tradition in the 20th century. The song is often sung at the stroke of midnight, symbolizing the passage of time and the enduring bonds of friendship. I am so blessed to have so many lovely souls celebrating victories of the past year and the dream of 2024.
Should auld acquaintance be forgotAnd never brought to mind?Should auld acquaintance be forgotAnd the days of auld lang syne?
For auld lang syne, my dearFor auld lang syneWe’ll drink a cup of kindness yetFor the sake of auld lang syne
Oh and we did a thing. We will be accepting applications for the Rockets and other Broadway Shows in need of creative dancers.