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The first New Year’s celebration dates back 4,000 years. Julius Caesar, the emperor of Rome, was the first to declare Jan. 1 a national holiday. He named the month after Janus, the Roman god of doors and gates. Janus had two faces, one looking forward and one looking back. Caesar felt that a month named […]

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Many people ring in New Year’s by popping open a bottle of champagne. Americans drink close to 360 million glasses of sparkling wine during this time. The bubbly stuff dates back to the 17th century, when the cork was invented.

DID YOU KNOW?… Because of the world’s time zones, the first country to ring in the New Year is Kiribati, located in the Central Pacific. Interestingly, this nation is also known as Christmas Island.

“You’re off to great places, today is your day. Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way.” ~ Dr. Seuss #MotivationMonday

May the Christmas season end the present year on a cheerful note and make way for a fresh and bright New Year. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Warm Wishes, The Jim Passi Team

Did you know eggnog dates back to Medieval Times? Yum, Cheers!

DID YOU KNOW?… Poinsettias were introduced to America in 1828 by U.S. ambassador to Mexico Joel Poinsett. They’re now grown in all 50 states and represent more than 85% of potted plant sales during the holiday season! Happy Holidays!

“You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” – Martin Luther King Jr. #Motivation Monday

Creativity is experimenting, growing, taking risks, breaking rules, making mistakes and having fun. #MotivationMonday