Here are some fun facts related to New Year as observed in America:

 

     *About 40 to 45% of American adults make one or more New Year's resolutions each year.

 

     *Most popular resolutions include promises of weight loss, exercise and quitting smoking.

 

      *Also common are resolutions dealing with better money management / debt reduction.
Text Box: New Year’s Reflections Looking back on the months gone by, As a new year starts and an old one ends, We contemplate what brought us joy, And we think of our loved ones and our friends. Recalling all the happy times, Remembering how they enriched our lives We reflect upon who really counts, As the fresh and bright new year arrives. And when I ponder those who do,

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Text Box: HAPPY NEW YEAR'S TO YOU A new year is beginning to peak through softly beautiful and different like new falling snow, Each day unique and shaped just for you. Your life adding something as each day does grow. My wish for your new year is beauty and softness with surprises thrown in for delight. Love for each day bringing happiness to you, making your life a scene of sparkle and shining sunlight. -- Author Unknown

The following statistics reveal how many of these resolutions are maintained as time goes on:

 

       *Past the first week: 75%

 

       *Past 2 weeks: 71%

 

       *After one month: 64%

 

       *After 6 months: 46%

 

       *About 67% of people make        three or more resolutions

Fun-Facts About New Year Resolutions