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The most commonly sung song for English-speakers on New Year's Eve, Auld Lang Syne, is an old Scottish melody that was first published by the poet Robert Burns in the 1796 edition of Scots Musical Museum. Burns transcribed it (and made some refinements to the lyrics) after he heard it sung by an old man from the Ayrshire area of Scotland, his homeland. More ... Here's a toast to the future, a toast to the past, and a toast to our friends, far and near. May the future be pleasant, the past a bright dream, may our friends remain faithful and dear. Happy New Year everyone! More ... New Years Levee: Don't forget to come to the Royal Canadian Legion branch 547 New Year's Day for our President's Levee. Everyone is welcome, so come on out. I just looked it up in the dictionary, so now I have the correct spelling. A levee is a reception, formerly held by Lords in England. More ... by Barb Baguley It is the eve of a new year. This is a time of resolutions and new beginnings, but also reflection on the past and a refocus of direction. Making a resolution is an individual commitment to a project or reforming a habit and making significant change requires significant reflection, commitment, and planning. More ... |
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