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| Rog02:
:beer: A few years ago I was on a contract that took me to Scotland for the holidays. The LOML invited a few friends to the house to celebrate the New Years and I was introduced to the tradition of "First Footing". At Midnight there was a banging at the door that sounded like the door was going to cave and Linsey insisted that I answer it (unarmed, which was contrary to my Redneck instincts). I opened the door and was met by our friend Graham, pushing his way into the house with a sack of stuff in his hand, jabbering in Gaelic or Glaswegian (neither of which, I understand). Graham proceeded to present me with a dram of whisky (to warm the soul in the year to come), a crust of bread (to nourish the body for the year to come), and a piece of coal (to warm the hearth). The symbolism of this gesture has stayed with me over the years. So I wish to "First Foot" the members of this forum and wish you all Happiness, Health, and Prosperity for the upcoming New Year! :beer: |
| Divided he ad:
HAPPY NEW YEAR to you too Rog' :beer: And to all of the members old and new too. :thumbup: Ralph. |
| pabird:
Happy New Year to all. |
| dsquire:
To My Friends around the World May you all have a happy new year and may it be prosperous as well. Most importantly, may you all enjoy good health. Cheers :beer: Don |
| Brass_Machine:
Very Happy New Years to everyone! I hope this upcoming year is good for us all! Eric |
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