新年钟声敲响：南湖居民整装待发，告别2024年，迎接2025年

随着日历翻到一年的最后一天，南湖居民正准备告别 2024 年，迎接 2025 年。从热闹的庆祝活动到安静的反思时刻，每个人都可以享受这个除夕夜。

As the final day of the year approaches, South Lake residents are preparing to say goodbye to 2024 and welcome 2025. Whether you prefer grand celebrations or quiet moments of introspection, there's something for everyone to enjoy on New Year's Eve.

随着一年的最后一天临近，南湖居民正准备告别 2024 年，迎接 2025 年。无论您喜欢盛大的庆祝活动，还是安静的反省时刻，每个人都可以在除夕之夜享受一些乐趣。

In the United States, we typically celebrate the new year with countdowns, fireworks, and parties. But did you know that other cultures have their own unique traditions to ring in the new year? Here are a few interesting customs from around the world:

在美国，我们通常通过倒计时、烟花和派对来庆祝新年。但您是否知道其他文化也有自己独特的传统来迎接新年？以下是世界各地一些有趣的习俗：

Spain: Eating Grapes - At the stroke of midnight, Spaniards eat 12 grapes, one for each chime, to ensure good luck for the coming year.

西班牙：吃葡萄 - 午夜钟声敲响时，西班牙人会吃 12 颗葡萄，每敲响一颗葡萄，以确保来年好运。

Italy: Wearing Red Underwear - Italians believe that wearing red underwear on New Year's Eve will bring love and prosperity. They also eat lentils and pork to symbolize wealth and abundance.

意大利：穿红色内衣——意大利人相信在除夕夜穿红色内衣会带来爱情和繁荣。他们还吃扁豆和猪肉，象征着财富和富裕。

Japan: Bells Ringing - In Japan, temples ring bells 108 times to cleanse sins and bad luck from the previous year. People also eat Toshikoshi Soba, a bowl of soba noodles, to symbolize longevity and breaking from the past.

日本：钟声敲响 - 在日本，寺庙会敲响 108 次钟声，以净化前一年的罪孽和霉运。人们还吃年越荞麦面，一碗荞麦面，象征长寿和摆脱过去。

Brazil: Jumping Seven Waves - At the beach, Brazilians perform a ritual called "jumping seven waves" to honor the sea goddess and bring blessings for the new year. They also wear white clothing for peace and prosperity.

巴西：跳七浪——巴西人在海滩上进行一种名为“跳七浪”的仪式，以纪念海洋女神并为新的一年带来祝福。他们还穿着白色的衣服，以求和平与繁荣。

Philippines: Round Objects - Filipinos display round fruits and coins to symbolize wealth and good fortune. Additionally, they wear polka dots to attract positive energy.

菲律宾：圆形物体——菲律宾人展示圆形水果和硬币，象征着财富和好运。此外，他们还穿着圆点图案来吸引正能量。

Denmark: Breaking Plates - Danes throw old dishes at the doors of their friends and neighbors for good luck. Another unique tradition involves standing on chairs and leaping off at midnight.

丹麦：打破盘子——丹麦人把旧盘子扔到朋友和邻居的门口以求好运。另一个独特的传统是在午夜站在椅子上跳下来。

Greece: Vasilopita Cake - Greeks bake a special cake called Vasilopita, which has a coin hidden inside. The person who finds the coin in their slice will have good luck for the year.

希腊：Vasilopita 蛋糕 - 希腊人烘烤一种特殊的蛋糕，名为 Vasilopita，里面藏着一枚硬币。在自己的切片中找到硬币的人将会有好运。

Scotland: First Visitor - In Scotland, the first visitor of the new year, known as the "first footer," brings gifts like coal, whisky, or bread to ensure good fortune for the household. Hogmanay Celebrations, which include singing, dancing, and fireworks, also take place.

苏格兰：第一位访客 - 在苏格兰，新年的第一位访客，被称为“第一位访客”，会带来煤炭、威士忌或面包等礼物，以确保家庭好运。还会举行除夕庆祝活动，包括唱歌、跳舞和燃放烟花。

India: Bonfires - In some regions of India, people light bonfires on New Year's Eve to symbolize burning away the old and welcoming the new.

印度：篝火——在印度的一些地区，人们在除夕夜点燃篝火，象征着除旧迎新。

While these festivities promise excitement, it's crucial to celebrate responsibly. To ensure a safe and enjoyable evening, keep these tips in mind:

虽然这些庆祝活动令人兴奋，但负责任地庆祝也至关重要。为了确保您度过一个安全、愉快的夜晚，请记住以下提示：

Plan ahead for transportation if you'll be consuming alcohol. Designate a sober driver, use a ride-sharing service, or consider public transportation.

如果您要饮酒，请提前计划交通。指定一名清醒的司机、使用拼车服务或考虑公共交通。

Be cautious with fireworks. Only use legal fireworks and follow the instructions carefully. Never point fireworks at people or animals.

燃放烟花爆竹要小心。仅使用合法烟花并仔细遵循说明。切勿将烟花对准人或动物。

Stay warm if you're spending time outdoors. Dress appropriately for the cold weather and take breaks to warm up inside if needed.

如果您在户外度过时间，请注意保暖。为寒冷的天气穿着适当的衣服，并在需要时休息一下以在室内热身。

New Year's Eve is also a time for reflection. Many people in South Lake use this day to look back on the achievements, challenges, and memories of the past year while setting intentions for the year ahead. Whether you're making resolutions, expressing gratitude, or simply spending time with loved ones, it's a chance to embrace new beginnings and look forward to the possibilities that 2025 holds.

除夕夜也是反思的时刻。许多南湖人利用这一天回顾过去一年的成就、挑战和记忆，同时为未来的一年制定计划。无论您是在制定决心、表达感激之情，还是只是与亲人共度时光，这都是一个拥抱新开始并期待 2025 年可能性的机会。

We at The SOUTH LAKE TABLET wish you a joyful and prosperous 2025! However you choose to celebrate, may it be filled with happiness, safety, and hope for the future. Cheers to a wonderful New Year!

南湖平板祝您2025年快乐、繁荣！无论您选择庆祝什么，愿它充满幸福、安全和对未来的希望。为美好的新年干杯！