HAPPY NEW YEAR 2011

       Finally the day is coming, a new year’s day. Great rain and fantastic fireworks were coloring the sky on the new year’s eve yesterday.  The people were flocking around in Puputan Badung Bali square to see fireworks. Some just coming by to merge in the crowded. On the other hand, many cannot stand of the ashes produced by the fireworks and preferred to enjoy their dinner in the restaurant.

     Philosophically, New Year is the day that marks the beginning of a new calendar year, the event is celebrated in some manner.  In Brittany, for example, a common image used is that of an incarnation of Father Time (or the "Old Year") wearing a sash across his chest with the previous year printed on it passing on his duties to the Baby New Year (or the "New Year"), an infant wearing a sash with the new year printed on it. The celebrations held world-wide on January 1 as part of New Year's Day commonly include parades, concerts, entertainment that usually enjoyed from the comfort of home, family time, traditional meals etc.

     And last but not least, whatever was the activity held by the people yesterday, all of them were hoping a better life and a bright future. Fireworks and firecrackers are a sign of fun and happiness. Each represents wish and chance. New Year is the beginning, so life starts over the following year. Be ready and HAPPY NEW YEAR 2011! 

Best Regards,

E.S.