We hear the Auld Lang Syne sung typically at midnight on New Year’s Eve, and is a tradition that has been handed down for generations, but just what is the Auld Lang Syne and what does the Auld Lang Syne mean?
Auld Lang Syne History
Auld Lang Syne is an old song by Robert Burns (1759–1796), and though there are similar poems which predate Burns’ version, like Robert Ayton (1570–1638), Allan Ramsay (1686-1757) and James Watson (1711) , this probably is the most popular.
I know were all probably guilty about singing it out loud on news year’s; well actually attempt to sing, because the melody is easier to remember than the lyrics; in fact not a lot of people can probably sing it correctly and in full. Auld Lang Syme is a very old Scottish song and means “times gone by.”
If you would like lyrics to the song, with a matching Scottish pronunciation guide, check out Auld Lang Syne on Wikipedia.
So that’s the story behind Auld Lang Zyne, may you all have a prosperous, happy and content 2008 ahead!
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Should auld acquaintance be forgot
and never brought to mind?
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
and days of auld lang syne?
For auld lang syne, my dear,
for auld lang syne,
we’ll take a cup of kindness yet,
for auld lang syne.
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
and never brought to mind?
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
and days of auld lang syne?
And here’s a hand, my trusty friend
And gie’s a hand o’ thine
We’ll tak’ a cup o’ kindness yet
For auld lang syne
You’re probably scratching your head what New Year’s Cooking Resolutions are? They are still basically New Year’s Resolutions, but with a twist.
People will always make a New Year’s resolution; and many will also break that new year’s resolution before the year gets far underway. There are even those who don’t even last the first day of the new year, before that day ends one or two new year’s resolutions have already been broken.
A majority of people put right at the very top of their list, health related items such as losing weight, or eating healthier, or getting a little bit of exercise each day.
This post is a little bit on the health side, but from a different food perspective. For those who are planning to eat healthier in 2008, there is hope. Just remember to immediately begin the practice rather than putting it off.
So if you have declared 2008 as the the year that you take steps to reduce your weight and improve your overall health… loading up on carbohydrates and champagne is certainly not the way to start out.
Start the year by understanding portion size, the value of fresh vegetables, that meat isn’t supposed to take up most of your plate, and that dessert is a rare treat and not an inevitable ending to every meal.
So here are some new year’s cooking resolutions that you might want to consider. Why? Because in order to eat right and eat healthy, you not only need to rethink the way you eat but also the way you prepare the food you love to eat.
New Year’s Cooking Resolution Tips
1. High fat preparation methods are out.
What is IN, is the use of seasonings that contain no, or very few calories and leave little fat behind. Herbs and seasonings are a healthy cook’s best friends because they help liven up the taste in your health conscious meals.
2. Stop frying.
Frying food adds simple carbohydrates and fat in the process; two things you need to eliminate from your diet. It would not be wise to rid yourself totally of carbohydrates however, but to switch to food that has more complex carbohydrates, which are healthier to consume. Fats should always be in moderation however, and food that is high on fat should be looked upon as a special and occasional treat rather than a daily indulgence like, dinner.
3. Bigger is not better.
By sticking to the proper portion sizes, you can avoid over eating and feeling bloated or stuffed later on. This happens often during the holidays where there are lots of parties, a buffet table with a sumptuous spread. Try not to fill up your plate and pace yourself as you eat and do not rush, if you are still hungry then go for seconds, but only putting less than half of what was on your plate on the previous run. This will help you understand your limits.
Cooking Tip for New Years To Get You Started
Prepare for smaller meals instead of cooking one huge meal for New Year’s Day, then carry that eating ethic through the rest of the year. Far too many of us really enjoy food to the extent that we overindulge, which also prevents the body from working properly.
Some cultures believe that whatever it is you are doing on the first day of the year or New Year’s Day, you will end up doing the rest of the year. So if you want 2006 to be a healthy eating and cooking year, then you best be getting started with this new eating and cooking habit.
Amen! That is probably a chorus in agreement in response to the question, does the hallelujah diet really heal the people who are on the hallelujah diet. But does it really?
To be honest I never really knew what this hallelujah diet was all about, in fact it was not until some weeks ago that I kept coming across it on the news and finally I clicked a link to find out what it was. So if you are wondering just what the hallelujah diet is all about, keep reading and I will tell you what I dug up about this diet.
The Hallelujah diet is a diet that is promoted by Rev. George Malkmus. Like many popular diets today, the hallelujah has had its share of controversy which has something to do with its curative claims. Doctors and professional nutritionists are challenging its curative claims, saying their is no scientific proof that supports the claim; on the other hand Rev. Malkmus maintains that it is indeed scientifically validated and can even prolong a persons life.
But what sort of food is allowed in a hallelujah diet? This diet puts emphasis on raw fruits and vegetables, and whole grains. Nothing really new actually, and is advice common to other diets. What really is cause for argument is its supposed ability to cure numerous diseases. As a supplement to this diet, you have to buy Malkmus’ own trademarked dietary supplements, the most common of these supplements are Barley Max, Carrot Max and Vitamin B12.
I’d say this is good marketing, especially with a clear cut target market for the hallelujah diet and his products, who mainly belong to Christian communities such as Baptists, Charismatics, and Pentecostals.
So does the hallelujah diet really work?
I can’t really say for sure, as I have not really tried it myself. The bottom line is, fruits and vegetables have always been recommended as part of a healthy diet, but knowing that fruits and vegetables are not enough, we have to complement this with other nutrient sources and keep intake within certain limits, within what doctors or professional nutritionists would recommend to be a healthy and balanced diet.
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Interested in trying out the Hallelujah Diet? Check out some hallelujah diet meal plans below.
Hallelujah! Simple Weekly Meal Plans
God’s Way to Ultimate Health: A Common Sense Guide for Eliminating Sickness through Nutrition
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