Old Years Night

<p>Caribbean New Year Traditions</p> <p>Old years night aside from a great party it is also an opportunity to get ride of &nbsp;all the bad luck from the year before and prepare for all to blessing for the year to come. &nbsp;My &nbsp;mother used to say don't let the new year catch old year's dirt.</p> <p>Jamaicans like most of the Caribbean believe is cleaning up your act. &nbsp;this means clean everything the new year must not catch you with dirty dishes, house of laundry. &nbsp;Preparation begins from boxing day the old years night.</p> <p>In the Latin American countries they wear coloured underwear to signify their intent for the new year.</p> <p>In Haiti it is customary to have cash in your pocket before entering your house to bring good fortune.</p> <p>Let's not forget grapes, clappas and more</p> <p><br></p> <p>The stories retold in this episode:</p> <p>1. Anansi and the Chameleon</p> <p>2. Why the sky is so high</p> <p><br></p> <p>Happy New Year! Blessings and prosperity for 2021</p> <p>Be Safe and Well!!</p>