As the clock struck midnight on December 31st, the world rang in 2025 with celebrations and hopes for a fresh start. For many, the arrival of the new year symbolizes new beginnings, and with it, the opportunity to set new resolutions. The transition from one year to the next holds special significance for many, as it provides a chance to reflect on the past while looking ahead to the future.The Clark family from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, had an exciting tradition they’re looking forward to continuing in 2025. Clay and Laura Clark shared their goal to start each new year by visiting a place they’ve never been before. This year, they chose Vermont as their first destination.“We have set a goal for ourselves that every New Year, we will wake up someplace we’ve never been before. And we chose Vermont as our first location,” said Clay Clark.From Rutland to Burlington, Vermonters shared a wide variety of resolutions, each reflecting their personal aspirations. Brian Hickey, from Rutland, explained that for him, the focus in 2025 is not just about hitting the gym but also about building stronger social connections.“My New Year’s resolution is not just going to the gym, but becoming more sociable,” said Hickey.Meanwhile, Hawa and Rehena Abdi from Burlington have set an important goal for themselves: both are determined to pass their driver’s license tests.“I’m going to get my license. She’s going to pass. I’m going to pass my license test,” Hawa Abdi shared, alongside Rehena.For some, the call of nature has become the driving force behind their New Year’s goals. Luke C., a resident of Chittenden, Vermont, explained that he plans to spend more time outdoors, disconnected from the digital world.“Just to delete social media, spend more time outside, and just interact with people,” Luke said.Similarly, Jordan Bowers of Essex is focusing on working out so he can enjoy the outdoors more freely during the summer.“Honestly, I’m just trying to get a little bit more in shape. I like going out and enjoying the outdoors in the summertime,” Bowers said.Hawa and Rehena Abdi expressed their desire to embrace a sense of possibility for the year, balancing the good memories of the past with the promise of new opportunities.“I feel like when you go into a new year sometimes, you want to keep the good stuff from last year, but you also want to open the door of possibilities for next year,” Hawa said thoughtfully.As we move forward into the year ahead, it’s clear that the new year represents not just a change in the calendar, but a chance to reset and refocus.
As the clock struck midnight on December 31st, the world rang in 2025 with celebrations and hopes for a fresh start. For many, the arrival of the new year symbolizes new beginnings, and with it, the opportunity to set new resolutions. The transition from one year to the next holds special significance for many, as it provides a chance to reflect on the past while looking ahead to the future.
The Clark family from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, had an exciting tradition they’re looking forward to continuing in 2025.
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Clay and Laura Clark shared their goal to start each new year by visiting a place they’ve never been before. This year, they chose Vermont as their first destination.
“We have set a goal for ourselves that every New Year, we will wake up someplace we’ve never been before. And we chose Vermont as our first location,” said Clay Clark.
From Rutland to Burlington, Vermonters shared a wide variety of resolutions, each reflecting their personal aspirations.
Brian Hickey, from Rutland, explained that for him, the focus in 2025 is not just about hitting the gym but also about building stronger social connections.
“My New Year’s resolution is not just going to the gym, but becoming more sociable,” said Hickey.
Meanwhile, Hawa and Rehena Abdi from Burlington have set an important goal for themselves: both are determined to pass their driver’s license tests.
“I’m going to get my license. She’s going to pass. I’m going to pass my license test,” Hawa Abdi shared, alongside Rehena.
For some, the call of nature has become the driving force behind their New Year’s goals.
Luke C., a resident of Chittenden, Vermont, explained that he plans to spend more time outdoors, disconnected from the digital world.
“Just to delete social media, spend more time outside, and just interact with people,” Luke said.
Similarly, Jordan Bowers of Essex is focusing on working out so he can enjoy the outdoors more freely during the summer.
“Honestly, I’m just trying to get a little bit more in shape. I like going out and enjoying the outdoors in the summertime,” Bowers said.
Hawa and Rehena Abdi expressed their desire to embrace a sense of possibility for the year, balancing the good memories of the past with the promise of new opportunities.
“I feel like when you go into a new year sometimes, you want to keep the good stuff from last year, but you also want to open the door of possibilities for next year,” Hawa said thoughtfully.
As we move forward into the year ahead, it’s clear that the new year represents not just a change in the calendar, but a chance to reset and refocus.
