Okay, so I’ve been thinking about this whole New Year’s Eve kiss thing. You know, the whole deal where everyone’s supposed to smooch someone when the clock strikes midnight. It’s like, a tradition or something, right?
So, I started looking into it. I did a little digging, and it turns out this tradition goes way back. Like, way, way back. I read somewhere that it started in ancient times, with some cultures having festivals where everyone would kiss to ward off bad vibes for the new year. That’s wild, isn’t it?
Then, I stumbled upon something about Scottish New Year’s celebrations. They call it Hogmanay, and apparently, kissing is a big part of it. It’s supposed to bring good luck and strengthen relationships. That’s kind of sweet, I guess.
But here’s the thing, not everyone gets a kiss on New Year’s Eve, right? And some people said it’s not a big deal. It doesn’t mean you’re doomed to be lonely or anything. Some people also mentioned that there is a “90/10 rule” when going in for a kiss. The idea is that you lean in most of the way, but let the other person close the final gap. It’s supposed to create some excitement or something. It sounds kind of cheesy to me, but hey, maybe it works for some people.
But I also learned about some other traditions. Like, in some places, people kiss each other on the cheek three times. It’s more like a friendly greeting than anything romantic. And this is especially true for people they haven’t seen in a while, or during special occasions like weddings or New Year’s.
So, I decided to put this whole kissing thing to the test. I mean, why not, right? I went to a New Year’s Eve party. And guess what? When the clock hit twelve, I was standing there, awkwardly waiting. It seems no one really cares about this tradition. Some people did kiss, but it was mostly couples who were already together. It was actually kind of funny to watch.
Anyway, I didn’t get a magical New Year’s kiss, but you know what? It was still a fun night. I danced, I laughed, I ate too much cake. And I realized that the whole kissing thing is just a silly tradition. It doesn’t make or break your year. It’s all about having fun and being with people you care about. So, yeah, that’s my New Year’s Eve kiss story. It wasn’t exactly a fairytale, but it was definitely memorable.
