“Have YOU heard?” | December 30, 2024

Have YOU heard? December 30th was the first recorded New Year’s Eve celebration in Babylon over 4,000 years ago! People rang in the new year long before fireworks or fancy parties. It was a religious festival dedicated to the gods. So, when you celebrate tonight, remember you’re following a tradition that’s thousands of years old! The world’s longest hiccuping spree lasted for 68 years! A man named Charles Osborne started hiccuping in 1922 and didn’t stop until 1990. That’s a lot of hiccups! Talk about persistence! December 30th, is National Bacon Day? It’s the perfect time to celebrate one of the most beloved breakfast foods. Bacon is so popular in the U.S. that it has its own holiday! Whether you prefer it crispy, chewy, or wrapped around asparagus, indulge in your bacon-loving heart! It’s also National Bicarbonate of Soda Day. While it may not sound as exciting as bacon, this humble powder is used for baking, cleaning, and personal care. It’s one of those everyday wonders that makes life easier! Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer was born on this day in 1939—well, that’s when he first appeared in a song! This little reindeer has spread holiday cheer for decades. December 30th falls just before New Year’s Eve, so let’s look at some lucky foods for the new year. In many parts of the U.S., black-eyed peas are a traditional New Year’s dish, symbolizing prosperity and good luck. Cook them in a stew or serve with cornbread for a full meal. In Spain, the tradition is to eat 12 grapes at midnight—one for each chime of the clock. If you finish them all, you’ll have good luck for each month of the year. 💚🎤 #haveyouheard