At this point, the younger children have already fallen asleep and been taken by their fathers to every available bed in the house. My father's cousins ​​and friends, having drunk a little too much, usually end up passed out on the couch or in a chair. The women are too tired to start cleaning, except for my grandmothers who seem to be constantly on the move. I used to look at the photos of the night with our cameras and laugh with my mother, cousins ​​and aunts during these memorable moments. Everyone always feels the family bond strengthen after such events, and it is something that Russians look forward to all year round. New Year's Eve is one of the most important holidays for us, surpassing even Christmas. By morning, the food and alcohol may be gone, a few people may not remember the whole night, and all the jokes and stories we know may have been repeated many times, but the memories don't fade. Russians have strong family values ​​and love to share their home and love with friends and family, especially when it comes to celebrating the New Year by welcoming it with love, warmth, partying and