Making loud noises is the usual tradition observed here in the Philippines in welcoming the new year. It is said to be done when the clock ticks at exactly 12AM 1st day of the new year. According to the beliefs and superstitions, it drives away bad luck and evil spirits. Some people are using fireworks to produce loud sounds and some are using alternative noisemakers. Even children participated in making loud noises to welcome the new year. The best alternative noisemaker for children that I … [Read more...] about Alternative noisemaker for children in welcoming the new year