With the ending of 2012 and the beginning of 2013, our hopes
and dreams are renewed. Once the merry
making is over and we get back into our normal daily life, it is time to think
of the resolutions we have made.
You may have wondered when the tradition of setting a New
Year’s Resolution began. The tradition
began with the Babylonians in pre-Christian years. During this time the Romans took to making
moral resolutions in hopes everyone would be kinder to each other. However, when Christianity became the
official religion in the 4th century, the resolutions were
substituted by fasting and prayers.
During this time on January 1st, the Christians
observed the Feast of the Circumcision and did not partake of the merriment
enjoyed by non Christians, who at the time were honoring the pagan god
Janus. (January is in fact named after
Janus.)
When the Puritans came on the scene they avoided the
overindulgence of the New Year and actually called January “First Month” thus
avoiding using the name of the pagan god Janus.
The Puritans further encouraged their children to use the beginning of
the New Year to reflect on events of the prior year and consider the year
ahead. This brought back the tradition
of making New Year’s Resolutions.
The Hilltop Pools and Spas family also looks back on the
past year being thankful for the health and safety of our family and
friends. We look forward to meeting new
people and expanding our circle of friends.
Our hope and wish is that everyone finds love and peace in the coming year.
We resolve to give you the best value for your money. Give us a call today to hear about our
current money saving specials. Why not
make your dream of a private backyard oasis a reality this year?
Hilltop Pools and Spas, Inc.
770-471-3889
www.hilltoppools.com 
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