The first thought in my mind when I woke up this morning was, “Thank God it’s 2010.” I don’t know why that was my first thought … but it was. And I’m happy. It’s also a beautiful, sunny day. Couldn’t ask for a better start to the new year.
I decided to observe one New Year’s tradition this year …
Pork roast and sauerkraut is a Pennsylvania Dutch (German) tradition for New Year’s day. It’s supposed to bring good luck and prosperity for the year ahead. The sauerkraut/cabbage is representative of money and is combined with pork because pigs always root ahead (moving forward, making progress).
My mother has always cooked pork and sauerkraut for New Year’s day. I’ve never been a fan of the sauerkraut itself. The texture of cooked cabbage just … ick. But the flavor of the pork cooked in the sauerkraut juices?! YUM!!
… Plus, I figure I can use all the good luck I can get for 2010. We all could.
What are your New Year’s traditions?
