This is how we do Hogmanay in Johnshaven. People gather at the harbour to hear the New Year rung in by the bells on the old chapel. It normally attracts a large crowd but was a bit quieter than usual last night - possibly because the bell is housed in the tower of the building that was devastated by fire in early 2011 and couldn't actually be rung.
It was a gorgeous, cloudless night with a starry sky. Someone was sending up paper lanterns from somewhere to the south and they floated over us with a beautiful orange glow. Fireworks were popping off around the village too.
In the absence of the bell there was a countdown followed by much hugging and kissing and warm wishes for the year ahead.
I hope everyone reading this has a very happy and healthy 2012.
Hope you have a fun creative healthy and successful year too! Look forward to sharing at least the next 101 days with you!
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