New Year's Eve

A few days ago, I read an article in the latest Instyle Germany issue, where a women decided to spent NYE alone at home. Only her dog was allowed to spend the night with her. 

The article in the Instyle issue

The reason for this was that her past experiences with planned NYE events turned out to be unspectacular. All the preparation, excitement, money spent were almost for nothing, because most events and party during the year were a lot better than the "legendary" NYE party. 

I think that NYE is totally overrated. Many people plan it weeks or even months before, including outfits, accessories, and also think about other related subjects e.g transportation, who am I going to meet etc. In the end, in best case, it turns out as a normal party, but in most cases it is even worse. The earlier people start planning and preparing, the higher the expectations are getting. People are disappointed that the party is not that special, and just a normal night, they are frustrated looking back to the past year, scared and anxious thinking about the upcoming year and things take their course. 

The thing about spontaneous, unplanned events and parties is that we do not have ANY expectations that cannot be fulfilled. And this is why these parties are the best and will always be remembered. 

Picture: taken by myself Dec 2011

So, folks, stop thinking about NYE, do not stress yourself if you do not have anything planned by now, just be spontaneous and start something. 

So long, Happy New Year

XOXO