For good lucks sake!
You just have to know what to doand not to do.
For Southerners, the most important are the black-eyed peas and collard greens.
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Add a skillet of cornbread to symbolize gold coins.
Who doesn’t want those?
Cabbage and pork are also bountiful foods to include in your New Year’s feast.
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Even better if you aim for midnight.
Feel free to practice it the next day, too.
You know, for extra good luck.
Being Selective About Your First Guest
The first visitor superstition is all about setting the tone.
This tradition gets bonus points for being useful.
Heed these New Year’s traditions, and you’ll be heading in the right direction.
