Welcoming New Year’s Eve in the company of my cherished family. Goodbye, 2016; I’m grateful for the countless opportunities and blessings you’ve brought into my life this year. With bated breath, I anticipate the arrival of 2017, with the hope of even more blessings on the horizon.

In keeping with Filipino traditions, our table is adorned with a variety of circular fruits and foods, believed to usher in good fortune for the upcoming year. This practice, known as “pampaswerte,” has deep cultural significance in our New Year’s celebration. Additionally, we continue the tradition of tossing coins into the house, symbolizing a gesture of prosperity and abundance as we step into the new year. 🍇🍊🥠🪙🎉