Ernst & Haas Management Co Blog

 It's inevitable - this time of year brings mixed emotions. While  reviewing the past year - remembering the good, and trying to let go of the bad - you may also be looking forward to a new year, which usually means a new start. For those living in the United States, New Year's is a time of celebration - a time to gather, eat, drink, and be merry. It's our tradition to count down to midnight and when the clock strikes 12, we grab a significant other (or a willing participant for that matter) and plant a kiss on 'em. Others may ring in the new year by honking their car horns, blowing whistles, and setting off confetti poppers. New Year's Day is usually spent watching one of many championship football games, as well as the annual Tournament of Rose Parade, which takes place in Pasadena. Americans also prepare and eat black-eyed peas, hog jowls, ham, rice, and cabbage on New Year's Day to bring good luck throughout the upcoming year. However, the most common way to celebrate the new year is by making resolutions. According to www.about.com, the top 10 New Year's resolutions are as follows: 1. Spend More Time with Family 2. Fit in Fitness 3. Tame the Bulge (aka Lose Weight) 4. Quit Smoking 5. Enjoy Life More 6. Quit Drinking 7. Get Out of Debt 8. Learn Something New 9. Help Others 10. Get Organized Whether you decide to live a healthier lifestyle, or just plain enjoy life period, we hope that you make a resolution that will better your well-being, and hopefully those around you. May you have a safe New Year's, followed by a year of celebrations and prosperity.