Friends!

Today, on the New Year eve (Old style), Ukrainians gather around the family table. Its second Christmas Eve - time to enjoy the warm company, kutia and other tasty dishes.

In regions of Ukraine second Christmas Eve, or Malanka, is celebrated differently. For some - it is extremely important holiday, but, for example, Galician celebrate it later – on the 18th of January. Nevertheless, I believe that the main thing is not the day, but priceless Ukrainian rituals.

In the evening young people dress in masks and go out to neighbors to sing some traditional songs and earn money. There is a special tradition called "driving a Goat." Of course, it has changed significantly while extant. Now it is a real comedy show where guys go to homes with a symbolic star. Goat is played by disguised guy. By the way, this ceremony made a well-known Ukrainian phrase “to drive a goat”, which means “to seek adventure after meal or feast”.

Friends, remember the Ukrainian traditions and try to dive into their maelstrom! It is extremely interesting. For example, be sure to go singing or invite them to your home. Christmas greetings, wishes of health and prosperity will give you a good mood and always come true! Support guests by money – and it will return a hundredfold.

And wait for the people to sow in the morning. Remember that for the signs, at the Old New Year man should come home first, because he brings happiness.

Good mood, family warmth and harmony!

Generous evening, good evening, friends!