Rockin’ (and early!) New Year’s Eve
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Rockin’ (and early!) New Year’s Eve
We’re going to party like it’s 1999! Well, not really … because in 1999, we didn’t have any kids. And that changes New Year’s plans considerably.
Pre-kids, I used to enjoy traveling for the New Year: Paris, Los Angeles, Seattle, Las Vegas. But now, the only way I’m up at midnight is if my 10-month-old is awake with a dirty diaper or teething. So for the past few years, it’s been early to bed; after putting our son to bed, my husband and I would make a fancy supper for a low-key celebration. But now we’ve decided our son is old enough to ring in the New Year with us. So we’re going to have a family party. Inspired by a New Year’s party that’s being held at Legoland California, and a friend’s family tradition, we have a new resolution: to party (even if it’s early). What we’ll be doing:
Buying party supplies: Hats, noisemakers, party crackers that spill out presents when popped. Anything loud and festive will do.
Turning back the clock: Our “midnight” will come early this year, set at a time when we’ll all be awake enough to celebrate. Because we live near Legoland, we may drive up to see their fireworks show … at 6 p.m. And we’ll still get the baby to bed at a decent hour at that time.
Dancing the night (or afternoon) away: Thanks to a Christmas karaoke gift, we’ll have a singing and dancing extravaganza to create a fun mood. And of course, there will be a traditional countdown, although I’m leaning toward Silly String instead of confetti (easier to clean up).
Wining and dining: We’re cracking open the sparkling cider and serving up fun appetizers like mini quiches, egg rolls, and veggies and dip.
The best part: A happy New Year’s Eve spent as a family. We’re hoping our 3-year-old parties hearty–he’ll be so tired, we know he’ll sleep well, and we’d love to start 2008 out with a good night’s sleep.
What does your family do to celebrate New Year’s Eve?
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