F. Y. I.

Quotable
by  Louis L'Amour, American author (1908-1988)
"There will be a time when you believe everything is finished.  That will be the beginning."

Party Places
The top three destinations in the United States to ring in the new year are Las Vegas, Disney World and New York City.

Lore Has It
Because lobsters move backward and chickens scratch in reverse, eating such foods on New Year's Day could cause a reversal of fortune.

Still on the Books
In LeFors, Texas, it is illegal to take more than three swallows of beer while standing.

First Pick
Molly Ringwald was initially offered the leads in "Pretty Woman" and "Ghost" before they went to Julia Roberts and Demi Moore, respectively.

In Other Worlds
In Italy, people wear red underwear on New Year's Day as a symbol of good luck for the upcoming year.