Very soon everyone will be celebrating the New Year 2018. According to the Chinese calendar, 2018 is the year of the Yellow Earth Dog. In order for the patroness of the New Year to be friendly, it is important to properly arrange the apartment, set the table and get dressed.
Journalists from the website "24" have prepared information about all the Feng Shui rules that should be followed to ensure that 2018 is successful for everyone.
Interior for New Year 2018 according to Feng Shui
The first thing you should pay attention to when preparing for the New Year is the room itself. According to Chinese teachings, if you correctly arrange objects in a room, you can concentrate the positive energy of the Universe, which will help the residents of the apartment to be “on the horse” all year round.
First of all, let's think about the location of the tree. True, the Chinese put up a “tree of light” for the New Year. But, in fact, one should always take into account the peculiarities of national culture, so we are talking about our own New Year's tree. So, the green beauty should be installed depending on what you want to improve next year: family well-being, money, health, and the like.
How to celebrate the New Year?
Draw a room on a piece of paper and mark where and which cardinal directions: south, west, north, east. Then follow the instructions:
- Careerists should pay attention to northern part
- Northeast– improves mental activity, helps to gain wisdom in the new year.
- Eastern sector- mutual understanding in the family.
- South-eastern part of the room is responsible for the state of the family. Therefore, if you do not have enough money, place the Christmas tree there.
- Responsible for fame and recognition South side.
- And here southwestern The sector will help improve marriage relationships.
- West is responsible for adding new members to the family.
- Northwestern part premises - for travel lovers.
- Always responsible for health center of the house.
Decide what will be your priority next year, and place the Christmas tree in that part of the room.
The Chinese also advise placing figurines of the totem animal patron of the New Year 2018 in the house.
Since a dog is considered a very family animal, the apartment should be as comfortable as possible, so it’s worth making some kind of Danish style in the interior. "hygge". This mixture of East and West traditions is a win-win option.
Coziness is an important point in celebrating the New Year of the Dog
Christmas tree decor
The whole family should decorate the Christmas tree. And it is very important that family members do not quarrel during this activity.
The whole family should decorate the Christmas tree for the Year of the Dog
It is advisable to decorate the Christmas tree traditionally for the family, but avoid bright red color. It is better to give priority to all shades of yellow.
If you want a completely authentic Feng Shui, then in addition to traditional decorations, you should hang balls with Chinese characters, traditional Chinese coins with holes, and red lanterns with tassels on the tree. Another very positive thing is the use of decorations made from natural materials: wood, leather, paper...
Chinese tree of light
In fact, a dog is a cheerful animal, so you can do whatever you want to decorate the New Year’s beauty. If you wish, you can even hang ties, socks and gloves all over the Christmas tree.
Original Christmas tree
But it is also important to use symbolic objects in the decoration of the Christmas tree:
- Bags of coffee beans will symbolize family well-being in the New Year of the Dog.
- Bells with blue and green bows call success to your home.
- Baskets with artificial flowers will give a signal to the Universe to increase the material wealth of the family.
How to decorate the Christmas tree for New Year 2018?
New Year's table
According to Feng Shui It is advisable to position the table so that it can be freely walked around on all sides, and in no case opposite the toilet. It is also undesirable to place it in a corner. Ideally, the table should be round, but it is clear that no one will buy separate furniture for the New Year. Therefore, we use the one that is available.
2018 – Year of the Yellow Earth Dog
The table must be covered with a tablecloth, this year - yellow or gold. As a last resort - ivory color, but then the Chinese advise purchasing yellow or brown napkins, preferably without unnecessary patterns. The dishes should also be simple, plain, without unnecessary patterns or flowers.
There must be a place in the center of the table large white candle, decorated with Christmas tree branches or golden ribbons. During the festive dinner, do not forget to light it.
Don't forget to place a large white candle in the middle of the New Year's table
Among the dishes it is desirable that there be meat dishes, After all, this is a dog's favorite food. But in general, the table should be as simple as possible, without elaborate recipes that need to be worked on all day.
If you want to follow Chinese traditions in the menu, then you must jiaozi– they are similar to Ukrainian dumplings, only triangular in shape. According to the rules, they must be sculpted the day before by the whole family. They are served with garlic or soy sauces.
Chinese jiaozi with soy sauce
Clothes and makeup for the New Year 2018
Obviously, yellow, sand, gold and brown colors should predominate in festive clothing. The Chinese associate them with fertility and prosperity, and it’s not for nothing that 2018 is Year of the Yellow Earth Dog. The element of Earth indicates that improving material well-being will become the main trend in the new year. And yellow is associated with vitality, optimism and originality.
New Year 2018 – Year of the Earth Dog
By the way, it is believed that the color of clothes can be a hint to the Universe, What do you most want to improve in the new 2018?
Clothes in yellow tones indicate the owner’s desire to earn even more in the new year. Brown will hint that the dog totem should pay attention to the internal state of your family. Perhaps you have a lot of quarrels, then the dog will try to unite the family. Orange is responsible for health.
By the way, it is advisable for people born in the year of the Dog dress in green, because this color brings them happiness.
How to dress for New Year 2018
It is advisable to choose accessories from natural precious metals and stones. The best products are made of gold.
As for makeup and manicure, pay attention to soft pastel colors.
New Year- one of the most popular holidays in the world. It is celebrated in honor of the moment when the last day of the outgoing year transitions to the first day of the coming one. The midnight transition from one year to the next is the culmination of the holiday. In Russia, New Year is one of the most beloved holidays, which has its own traditions; it is also the actual beginning of the ten-day New Year holidays.
When is New Year celebrated?
Today, most countries celebrate the New Year on the night from December 31 to January 1. The custom of celebrating the New Year on January 1 was introduced by the ancient Roman ruler Julius Caesar in 46 BC. In ancient Rome, the holiday was dedicated to the two-faced god Janus, one face of which looks to the future (New Year), and the other faces the past (the outgoing year). The first month of the year, January, is also named after Janus.
Where are the first and last people to celebrate the New Year?
The New Year “arrives” from the East. The holiday is first celebrated on the Kiribati islands in the Pacific Ocean. There - in the Pacific Ocean - on Midway Island, the old year finally fades into history.
Who celebrates the New Year according to their own calendar
Most countries officially celebrate New Year on January 1st. But there are states where the traditional, according to religious beliefs, celebration of the New Year on other days is also officially recognized.
So, Chinese new The year, which is widely celebrated both in China and around the world, is celebrated according to the lunar calendar and occurs between January 21 and February 21. The onset of 2018, which according to the Chinese 12-year cycle is associated with Yellow Earth Dog, will be celebrated in China February 16.
Jewish New Year Rosh Hashanah celebrated in Israel and by Jewish diasporas around the world between September 5 and October 5. Rosh Hashanah was celebrated in 2017 20 -September 22nd, and in 2018 this holiday will come September 9 and will last until September 11.
New year in Russia
In Russia, the New Year has been celebrated on January 1 since 1700 by decree Peter I. Until 1919, the holiday was celebrated according to the Julian calendar, and then - after the revolution - they switched to the Gregorian calendar.
Closed on January 1 introduced back in pre-revolutionary times for workers. During Soviet times, the New Year's holiday was first associated with the celebration of Christmas and was soon abolished as a bourgeois religious relic.
Beginning in 1929, the celebration of Christmas was officially prohibited, and New Year became a regular working day. This continued until 1947, when January 1 was declared a holiday and a day off. In 1992, January 2 was added to the holiday.
And when Orthodox Christmas (January 7) became a day off again, January 6 and 8 were added to the New Year’s “holidays.” Thus, Russians rest for about ten days on New Year's holidays.
Attributes of the New Year
In Russia, this is, of course, a New Year's tree, a New Year's feast (with the famous Olivier, tangerines and champagne), Father Frost and the Snow Maiden, as well as New Year's greetings from the president.
Christmas tree appeared in Russia along with invited guests PeterI by the Germans and was initially associated exclusively with Christmas, but in Soviet times it became completely secular attributes of the holiday. Even Soviet Christmas tree decorations were ideologically consistent - tanks, planes, a hammer and sickle on a peak crowning the top of the tree (instead of a Christmas star), etc.
New Year's feast in Russia, which often faced not just malnutrition, but also real famine, was a very significant and important event. The New Year's table was a symbol of abundance, which one could often only dream of. In Soviet times, housewives specially “hoarded” treats for the New Year’s table, fighting to get scarce products. Traditional “Soviet” New Year's dishes - Olivier salad, herring under a fur coat, tangerines and, of course, inexpensive champagne - are still popular in Russia.
In Russia, it has always been customary to “show off” the Old Year properly, having a snack and a drink, and then noisily greet the onset of the new one. At exactly midnight on January 1, the Kremlin chimes strike, and at this moment it is customary to make a wish and clink glasses of champagne. It is also customary to give gifts on New Year's Day.
New Year's Eve has always been of great importance for our ancestors. According to beliefs, at this time the energy field around a person is completely renewed. What the new life cycle will be filled with depends on us. That is why New Year's signs have been preserved for many centuries. And many of them should not be neglected.
With the chimes this year, the Red Rooster will pass the baton to the next totem animal - the Yellow Earth Dog. And although the Dog is a fairly friendly animal, if it doesn’t like something, then sharp teeth cannot be avoided. However, taming the symbol of the coming year is not so difficult. The main thing is to figure out how to celebrate the New Year 2018, what kind of signs will be especially relevant and what traditions should not be neglected.
Signs for the New Year 2018: see off the old year with dignity
New Year's Eve is the time between the past and the future. Therefore, before you attract a happy tomorrow into your life, you need to free and prepare a cozy place for it:
- It’s best to start the New Year’s cleansing ritual by getting rid of debts. A few days before the end of the outgoing year, try to return all borrowed money and other people's things. A dog is one of the most honest and principled animals and debt pits are not to its taste. In addition, the remaining debts can only increase with the arrival of the new year. However, you should not return money and items directly on December 31st. The Universe will perceive this as devastation and will only increase it in the coming year. The same applies to favors on your part. It is best not to lend things and money in the first month of winter, and make appointments for everyone asking for January.
- But when it comes to peace of mind, there is no time limit. You can make amends for an old offense and ask for forgiveness from those with whom you are in a quarrel at any time. And, of course, do not forget to forgive yourself. Let go of your grievances and do not hold a grudge against those who offended you, even if the person himself does not intend to apologize. The main thing is to have time to do this before 12 o'clock. After all, as you know, dogs recognize negativity well and perceive it very poorly. In addition, celebrating the New Year with a light heart and positive emotions is much more fun.
- When listing the signs for the New Year 2018, we cannot ignore general cleaning. Dogs love order and space, so don't be afraid to say goodbye to old or unnecessary things. In the new year, more useful acquisitions will definitely appear in the vacated space. If you have long dreamed of a rearrangement, do it in December. Open the most inaccessible drawers and review their contents. It is advisable to finish cleaning at least a week before the holiday, but if this was not possible, then you should not delay it. The finishing touches should be done before the sun sets below the horizon. Otherwise, happiness can be “removed” along with the garbage.
- The tradition of leaving food untouched until New Year's Eve arose quite recently and has nothing to do with traditional New Year's rituals. Experienced people recommend setting the hospitable table at least three days before the change of the calendar year. After all, if you leave all the most delicious things for one feast, then you will have to save the whole year for the sake of one day. Dogs are big gourmets, show your totem animal that there is abundance and satiety in your home, and she will make sure it stays that way all year long.
Don't put off choosing your holiday outfit until the last minute. This year you should approach the selection of clothes more carefully.
The main thing is that the suit fits
The dog loves naturalness in everything. Fabrics are no exception. Therefore, it is advisable to acquire things made from natural materials for New Year's Eve. Or at least complement them with natural elements and accessories.
Brooches made of genuine leather, suede or wood will look great. And also gold jewelry. The main rule is not to overdo it with pomp. The dog does not like excessive luxury. For the same reason, it is better to give preference not to extravagant outfits, but to modest and elegant dresses or suits.
How to decorate an apartment?
Modesty on New Year's Eve should be visible not only in clothing, but also in the surrounding decoration. The slogan of the coming year: a minimum of tinsel and toys, a maximum of space and naturalness.
The ideal decoration would be natural cones, nuts, and wooden toys. It is better to opt for toys in yellow, orange and red colors. You can remember the Soviet past and decorate the spruce (certainly natural) with sweets or gingerbread.
And, of course, the festive table will be the center of attention. Therefore, you need to decorate it with a tablecloth in yellow or gold shades. Firstly, it will add zest. Secondly, according to signs, it will attract wealth and good luck.
Choosing the right menu
What signs for the New Year 2018 are worth mentioning among the most important? Of course, culinary! Dogs are big gourmands, and pleasing the totem animal on New Year's Eve is extremely important.
This year's menu should be varied, but without any special frills. When compiling a list of dishes, use the following recommendations:
- If your family is used to preparing salads in “basins,” then 2018 is the time to abandon this tradition. Give preference to a variety of dishes on the table. A large number of titles will certainly attract wealth;
- If it is not possible to set a sumptuous table, you can get by with three dishes. But among them there must be meat or poultry;
- The dog is a big fan of bones, so among the meat dishes there must be meat on the bone. Baked ribs are ideal;
- New Year's salads this time need to be chosen with caution. It is desirable that they contain as many yellow, orange or red vegetables and fruits as possible;
- Drinks, like main courses, should be refined but simple. Don't try to surprise your guests with signature cocktails. This time it’s better to get by with high-quality red wine or a bottle of expensive cognac. People who do not drink alcohol will have to give up tropical fruit nectars. Give preference to natural decoctions and freshly squeezed juices.
You can gain the Dog’s favor by giving your dishes a thematic form. For example, when serving your usual salad, place it on a plate in the form of a bone and garnish with an onion ribbon. To attract wealth, according to signs, you need to put a few coins and a small rosette filled with wheat on the table.
In addition, for the New Year 2018, signs and superstitions say: “more comfort and warmth.” If there is a fireplace in the house, let it burn all night. When organizing a festive feast, find a place for lit candles. Fire is a symbol of warmth, prosperity and family comfort, and this is what the Dog values above all else. And don't forget to put the Dog figurine on the table.
What should I give you, my dear man?
There is probably no person who does not like giving and receiving gifts. However, on New Year 2018, signs and customs warn against gifts that could cause the Dog’s displeasure. This New Year should not be presented:
- Chains (even gold);
- Bracelets and rings. They can cause an association with a collar, which is not to the liking of the freedom-loving Dog;
- Perfume. The totem animal of 2018 especially does not like sharp and rich odors;
- Kotov. Figurines, toys, pillows in the shape of cats or things with the image of this animal cannot be given as gifts on New Year's Eve.
The best gifts will be wooden or textile interior items made from natural fibers. As for jewelry and perfume, an exception can be made. But it’s better to give a gift before or after the New Year.
When the clock strikes 12!
Don’t forget about customs even after the New Year’s bustle is left behind. When the celebration is in full swing, the Universe continues to send us signs and “accept” our wishes. The main signs for the new 2018 Year of the Dog are as follows:
- When the chimes strike, you can make 12 wishes. Think over the list in advance and be sure to include wishes for health to your family and friends;
- Visualization of each desire will help to enhance the effect of fulfillment;
- Burning a napkin with a wish written on it remains invariably effective;
- If your main desire is material wealth, as the chimes strike, squeeze a coin in your hand and make your wish. Then throw the money into the glass and carry it with you until the end as an amulet;
- A simple ritual with a shawl or scarf will help you leave all your troubles behind. On New Year's Eve, cover your shoulders with a shawl, and with the last stroke of the clock, throw it to the floor. This way you will get rid of last year’s problems and burdens;
- If you manage to peel a tangerine and put it under the tree before the new calendar year, the Year of the Dog will bring many joyful moments;
- To ensure good luck remains in the house, on December 31 after sunset, do not lend matches, firewood or candles to anyone;
- If one of the guests began to sneeze during the feast, happiness in the new year awaits all those present.
If you meet with friends every year, then it is better to celebrate 2018 with your family. For the Dog, family is the main value, so it will become a true friend only to those who value family ties.
Signs for those who dream of adding to their family
In the New Year 2018, traditions and customs take on a special meaning. A dog is a very prolific animal and brings not only a replenishment of the wallet, but also a real increase in offspring. Be patient, your cherished dreams of children in the coming year will definitely become a reality. With a little attention, you can find out about the upcoming happiness on the first night of the year:
- Dishes breaking is good luck, and broken New Year's toys can foreshadow an imminent birth. If exactly three toys are broken on New Year’s Eve, expect a new family member;
- The Universe often speaks to us in a special way, so don’t be surprised if you were given a “baby” gift, but rather start looking for booties;
- Did one of the guests turn on the TV and find themselves on a cartoon channel? You can consider this a small signal;
- Also, according to signs, your children's things that you came across by chance can tell about the upcoming replenishment;
- The unexpected arrival of guests with a small child also hints at an interesting situation in the coming year.
Is it possible to believe such signs? As happy parents note, yes. In many cases, a woman who paid attention to one of the signs became pregnant the next year. Moreover, such births are always easy, and children delight their parents.
How to celebrate New Year 2018 - signs of prosperity
New Year 2018 is just around the corner, how to celebrate it, what kind of signs should you definitely study in order to attract prosperity? Astrologers and historians have a lot of practical advice on this matter. Here are the most popular and effective of them:
- If your work is related to trade, do not skimp on discounts. In the new year they will turn into colossal profits;
- If you celebrate the New Year in new clothes, then in the coming calendar period there will always be funds for new clothes;
- In addition to classic garlands and toys, decorate the New Year tree with bills and coins. The higher the value of the “decoration”, the richer you will become in the coming year;
- Before the New Year, put money in your pockets. In this case, the largest bill must be hidden in a secret pocket;
In addition, do not neglect household signs:
- It is better to take out dirty linen from the house on the eve of the holiday, and not on December 31;
- Do not wash things on the last day of the year, this may make one of your family members ill;
- Be sure to get rid of things that you don't like or are outdated;
- Throw away all broken or chipped dishes - they attract poverty;
Although the Dog does not get along well with cats, one sign applies to these pets as well. According to legend, the first person the cat chooses after the chimes will be the wealthiest person in the coming year.
The outgoing symbol of the year insisted that we not leave our home on New Year's Eve and celebrate the holiday exclusively in a close family circle. The new mistress of the year allows us not only to have a blast with whoever we want, but also not to be limited by the square meters of our apartment or house. The only thing the “four-legged friend” insists on is to invite holiday only scheduled guests.
You don't have to stay home this New Year's Eve. This means not only the apartment, and even the city, but the entire homeland! That is, you can easily rush with your friends outside of Russia and spend an unforgettable winter holiday. But you have to take into account the fact that in Europe they only celebrate Christmas idly and noisily, and after that there is a lull. So after Christmas, most attractions will be unavailable to you.
Let's not forget about patriots who prefer to "celebrate New Year's" in their homeland; and, at most, where they are ready to leave home is any other city in our vast country: some have relatives on the other side of the country, some have friends in a neighboring city, and so on. Don't forget to create a cultural program with Father Frost and Snow Maiden. To do this, it is not necessary to contact special offices that organize matinees and other things; you yourself will be able to cope with these roles, and how fun it will be! You will have a good laugh at each other at this masquerade and have fun from the heart.
To make everyone feel at ease, you need to turn the room where the fun will take place into a real fairy tale: decorate the room brightly, remove all unnecessary furniture, so that the room is intended exclusively for exploding champagne corks and endless dancing. If it falls to you to organize the holiday, carefully consider the list of invitees so as not to seat your bosses with subordinates or long-time enemies at the same table, otherwise the holiday will be guaranteed to be ruined.
How all Russians are used to spending New Year's Eve: listening to the president's formulaic speech, a couple of glasses of champagne, a couple of spoons of Olivier and off to bed. Rip this New Year's Groundhog Day! Turn off the TV, cook unusual dishes and throw a retro party, for example. It will be a lot of fun to rummage through your dusty old closets, dress up in disco style and dance to old C.C. Catch hits.
If you don't like event planning, that's okay. Spontaneity is a great option New Year. You can get together in a group and rush to the mountains, or you can just spontaneously board the first train you come across and go to an unfamiliar city to celebrate.
In general, in the coming year you can have a blast!
Who doesn't love the fun and eventful winter holiday New Year? Most people, from childhood, carry in their hearts a love for the twinkling of multi-colored garlands, a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, the smell of tangerines and, of course, everyone wants to plunge again into the completely magical atmosphere of a fairy tale that reigns in many homes on the eve of the New Year.
The pleasant anticipation of the holiday is filled with anticipation of joyful and memorable events, such sweet excitement and the usual New Year's troubles. One of these troubles is how to celebrate New Year 2018– begins to worry the minds of Russians long before December 31st. After all, if you follow the old folk saying, how you celebrate the New Year is how you will spend it.
And you want to live a fun and carefree life not only on New Year’s Eve, but also the entire next period until the next New Year. Agree, it is quite a serious and responsible matter to approach the celebration correctly and make sure that the mistress of the coming year, the Yellow Earth Dog, shows favor and friendliness towards you and your family literally right away.
It's not that difficult to do. We will be happy to advise you on how to organize a New Year's holiday in such a way that all members of your family and invited guests are satisfied and full of wonderful memories. Just follow the advice in this article and you will be successful in 2018.
How to celebrate the Year of the Yellow Earth Dog
The coming year, as mentioned above, will pass under the auspices of the Dog, an intelligent and rather peaceful animal. To be more precise, the Dog will come into its own only on February 16, but no one is stopping us from celebrating the New Year 2018 so that the mistress of the coming year pleases us with her attention and pampers us with gifts of fate.
The most important thing to pay attention to is the company on New Year's Eve. Do not forget that the Dog is a very sociable creature, loving fun, boisterous laughter and a friendly atmosphere. The symbol of 2018 favors hospitable hosts. Therefore, it is better to celebrate the coming New Year in a noisy company.
Invite your friends and have a real celebration! Moreover, it doesn’t matter at all whether you celebrate the New Year at home or go to a restaurant with friends. If you gather a lot of kind and sociable people, the holiday will definitely be unsurpassed.
What to wear for the New Year of the Dog 2018
We can say that, from the point of view of choosing an outfit for the New Year's holiday, fashionistas and fashionistas are very lucky. Yellow, and even Earthy, the Dog loves its color. And yellow is the color of gold and amber. These jewelry will look great on a brown dress.
Many coquettes will prefer to sew dresses from smooth satin or brocade, combining gold and chocolate colors. Without a doubt, mustard is one of the shades that she loves. It is noteworthy that gold, yellow, brown, mustard colors suit the face of ladies of any age. The main thing is to choose the right style and shade.
Men can easily wear brown jeans and a mustard or yellow shirt. For fans of a more classic style of clothing, a corduroy suit in any shade of brown is ideal.
Of course, an outfit for the New Year should, first of all, be comfortable. The 2018 housewife will definitely not like a dress or suit that restricts movement.
If you can’t have fun with your friends, participate in all kinds of competitions and dances, then know that an energetic and active Dog will not honor you with an extra “bone” in 2018. Therefore, think carefully about a comfortable holiday outfit so as not to be left out of the general fun.
In addition to the main colors in suits and dresses, which we have already discussed, the Dog, inquisitive for extravagance and everything new, will be delighted with the following color palette:
- Orange;
- Beige;
- Red;
- Blue;
- Green;
- Coral;
- Purple;
- Powdery;
- Cream;
- Violet.
Don’t be afraid to experiment with styles, colors and cuts on this magical New Year’s Eve. Just don’t cross the line where fashion and the desire to stand out borders on bad taste and absurdity.
What should be on the table
Any housewife will confirm the opinion that the real source of pride for the New Year's holiday is a richly furnished table. Moreover, the setting here is as important as the choice of dishes. A tablecloth for the New Year of the Dog should be chosen from natural fabrics in a symbolic range of gold, yellow and chocolate colors. If you opted for a brown tablecloth and noted some gloominess about it, the matter can easily be corrected with white fabric napkins.
Without a doubt, it would be appropriate to have a large dish of fruit on the holiday table, including, of course, tangerines. Such a move will immerse you and your guests in childhood. The aroma of the Christmas tree, combined with the smell of truly New Year's fruits - tangerines - will allow, even if only for a moment, to feel that genuine happiness that we are able to experience only at a tender age.
The dog is an omnivore, so you can safely put your favorite dishes on the New Year's table. But in order to win over the Yellow Earth Dog for the next 365 days, you should take into account the tastes of the patroness of 2018. It is better if meat and meat products take the leading positions in the festive menu for the New Year.
Remember that when preparing New Year's treats, you must take into account the tastes and preferences of all guests, so ask your guests in advance if there are any vegetarians among them. You can make several dishes just for them.
In addition to heavy meat foods, let there be fish dishes, salads and fresh vegetables on the table. If there are kids at the party, the children's menu should not be lighter. Under no circumstances should children be offered excessively salty, smoked or spicy foods. You can bake potatoes and chicken in the oven, prepare several low-fat salads, and make jelly and cake in advance.
Let your table “breathe” with variety, and let good luck, happiness and joy not leave your home throughout the next year.
