Beginning the New Year with a clean house is an ancient custom in Ireland.

Come read about more customs at:

New Year Customs - Irish and Scotch

What are some of your customs for New Years Eve and Day?

Neat customs, Phyllis, and I like the Irish toast at the end.

Thanks, Debbie. I really like Irish toasts and blessings -- they are very meaningful yet short, to get right to the point.