Likely the most celebrated holiday in the world, New Year’s Day (January 1), New Year’s Day is typically celebrated with parades, American college football games, European football games, and family time.

Food plays an important part in New Year’s Day, with some food taking on a special meaning.

Black-eyed peas are a symbol of money — coins, specifically.

Greens are also said to be a symbol of money, because of their green color.

Pomegranates and grapes stand for prosperity, and figs for fertility.

Pigs, being rotund, are considered lucky.

Noodles are a symbol of long life, and grains symbolize wealth.

Cakes, shaped like a ring, symbolize coming full circle.

General New Year’s Day Greeting Cards

A new year brings a fresh start, a new beginning, and never more so than when a life milestone coincides with the new year.

Baby’s First New Year’s Day – A baby’s first New Year Eve is probably as low-key as the celebration gets! And Mom and Dad are likely playing it cool, too, with a small family dinner and an early bedtime — baby, after all, has no understanding of the need to sleep in. But New Year’s Day can be special for baby and parents, providing a chance to catch up with family and friends you didn’t see during Christmas.

First New Year’s Day as a Couple – A new year is a chance to start new traditions. Have friends over for a nice brunch, or have a quiet day at home.

First New Year’s Day in New Home – Congratulate a loved one on their new home as they start a new year.

Birthday on New Year’s Day

Wedding on New Year’s Day  – A special day on a special day!

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And our New Year Greetings Pinterest Board

Here’s to a wonderful 2016 for you and your loved ones, recognizing that no matter what firsts were celebrated in 2015 we should all look forward to the promise of a new year starting with January 1, 2016.