
The 2009 Times Square New Year's Eve sign appears on display at the Duracell Power Lodge on 17 December 2008 in New York City. Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images
From Kathy Gill, About.com GuideDecember 31, 2008

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Goodbye 2008, and good riddance (except for the election). I just know 2009 will be a big improvement since there is nowhere to go from here except UP!
Happy New Year, Kathy!
Hope you’re able to get through the mountain passes OK.