THE DIARY GAME: ENJOYING NEW YEAR GET TOGETHER WITH MY FAMILY: (1ST JANUARY, 2025)

Hello, Dear Steem4Nigeria members of my community, I wish you all a very happy and prosperous New Year! May God be praised for granting us the grace to witness this beautiful beginning of 2025. Still basking in the spirit of celebration, let me share with you how I spent the first day of this promising year. It was a joyful and eventful day, filled with family, love, and memories worth cherishing.

Shoot from Redmi A3: Ready for my family jollification 🤩

For my family, the New Year is not just a calendar milestone but a cherished occasion for togetherness, gratitude, and celebration. It began with excitement and anticipation as my family and I gathered for our traditional New Year get-together.

The day started early, as we woke up for our morning family prayers, thanking God for the blessings of the past year and seeking guidance for the new one. Afterward, we worked together to clean the house, ensuring everything was spotless and welcoming. Breakfast preparation followed, a delightful fried eggs with tea and toasted bread which we enjoyed together.

Shoot from Redmi A3: Breakfast is ready

The morning was filled with lots of activities as I headed to the bank to complete some financial transactions, ensuring everything was in order for the day. From there, I went shopping to pick up some items for the celebration. The bustling atmosphere of the market added to the day's excitement. Returning home, I unpacked the items and prepared to join my sister-in-laws for the food preparation process.

Shoot from Redmi A3: At the ATM, Shopping mall and market.

In the afternoon when my family and I arrived at the, I found they were nearly done with the cooking. I quickly assisted with arranging the meals, drinks, and utensils needed. Not long after, family members began to arrive, filling the atmosphere with joy, laughter and exchanging pleasantries as many hasn't met for quite a long while. This gathering usually brings us back together. The event officially began with an opening prayer, which I led. This was followed by heartfelt testimonies as we shared our experiences from the past year. Next came the games, which brought out everyone's competitive and playful spirit, creating memorable moments of fun and laughter.

Shoot from Redmi A3: Enjoying with my family

After the games, the table was beautifully set with sumptuous meals and drinks. We dined together, enjoying the delicious food and the cheerful conversations.

As the evening approached, the music took over, and we danced our hearts out, celebrating life and love. The event concluded with a heartfelt closing prayer and New Year declarations, sealing our hopes for the year ahead.

Shoot from Redmi A3: on our way back home

When my family and I returned home, we ended the day with a refreshing shower, then relaxed with a TV series, and finally retired to bed. It was a joyful day that left us with hearts full of gratitude and anticipation for the year ahead.