New Years is a time of starting new and fresh. New Years resolutions started back in 153 B.C. Janus was a mythical king of Rome. He was put at the head of the calendar. Janus had two faces. It is said that with these two faces, he could look back on the past and also look forward to the future. He soon became a symbol for resolutions. Romans looked to him for forgiveness from their enemies.

    Many people create New Year resolutions to help change a bad habit, or help become something new or better. 

    A lot of people use New Years to get into shape, lose weight or make themselves look good. Some students have different ways to go during this new year.
    "I am trying to lose weight for my resolution," confessed Senior Andi Silverman.

    Junior, Tori Jones says, "My resolution is to have more fun in life."

    "I want to eat more healthy foods, and read my bible every day," explained sophomore, Elizabeth Carlton.

    "I would like to work on my study habits more this year," said freshman, Shelbie Gossett.  

    New Year's Resolutions are very difficult to stick to. Most people focus on the down side of the resolution and think "If I don't keep this resolution then..." rather than thinking about "What would happen if I kept this resolution?" Its important to focus on acheiving little parts of your goal. Once you acheive little by little, then the whole goal is easier to achieve. 

    Along with New Years resolutions, some families and friends gather for New Year's parties. There are News Year's eve parties as well. Friends gather for dinner and games. Some people watch the ball the drop, the countdown to the new year.  

    "I partied it up with the girls," sophomore Rebecca Austin said.

    Some students hung out with their families.

    "I stayed up with family and some family friends. We ate dinner and had snacks," said Junior, Chase Moore.

    "I watched Dick Clark's Rockin' New Years Eve Special and stayed home," said Senior Matt Gillam.

    As you can see, there are many ways to celebrate the New Year!