I have not been a big New Years Eve drinking celebrant for many many many moons and suns. So, for me, luckily I don't usually associate New Years with drinking. But, I know it's a big excuse for many folks to drink and another reason this time of year can be very precarious for those trying not to drink. Growing up we usually had outdoor parties for New Years that didn't involve alcohol...sledding, skating, snowmobiling, bonfires, cookouts,homemade chili and hot chocolate, followed by games and playing with new Christmas toys. Staying active is a big part of my recovery.