Growing up my grandfather made sure that the family followed certain traditions. These traditions were rooted in superstition, but they were fun. I still choose to follow some of these traditions.
1. Greens and Black Eyed Peas - the most important of New Years traditions. The Greens can be collard, turnip or mustard greens. Spinach is also allowed. Greens are eaten to insure folding money in the coming year and are the critical part of the meal (contrary to what some Yankees put on their websites). Black Eyed peas are eaten for change. I like to round out the meal with pork chops and cornbread.
2. Do not wash clothes on New Years Day. By washing clothes you are washing someone out of the family or you will have to wash clothes for a funeral in the coming year.
3. Whatever you do on New Years Day you will do the rest of the year.
4. Do not sweep on New Years Day - similar reasons to number 2.
While these superstitions have no real impact on life, they are fun and harmless. Plus they provide a good excuse to avoid regular household chores.
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