This is a stupid time of year to start a "New" year. It's lously weather. Spring is miles away. People are just getting their winter colds and depression. Par -tay.
New Year should start in Spring. That's what I say.
Of course, I think the whole "winter" thing is a bad idea. Snow is for the mountains and Alberta - not for people.
Australia celeberates New Year's like crazy. I think it's because it is a happy time of year. The sun is out, people are in shorts and happy. They are excited by the New Year. Which of us sitting in rain or snow is like "Wow! I am so pleased to start a new year today!"
It is all a plot to get us to make resolutions to change. And if we are good, then the weather turns better. New Year's is like a threat. If you don't stop smoking / loose weight / call your mother more often / go to church then God's not going to bring Spring.
Happy New Year.