New years with you

Title: New Year's with You

As the clock struck midnight on New Year's Eve, the bustling city streets were alive with excitement. Sarah stood amidst the crowd, her eyes fixed on the colorful fireworks lighting up the sky. She felt a tap on her shoulder and turned to see Jake, her best friend, grinning from ear to ear.

"Happy New Year, Sarah!" Jake shouted over the noise of the celebration.

Sarah returned his smile, feeling grateful to have him by her side. They had been friends since childhood, and every New Year's Eve, they made it a tradition to celebrate together.

"Happy New Year, Jake!" Sarah shouted back, giving him a hug. "Can you believe another year has passed already?"

Jake shook his head in disbelief. "Time flies when you're having fun, right?"

They watched the fireworks for a while longer before deciding to join the festivities in the city square. The air was filled with music, laughter, and the smell of street food. Sarah and Jake wandered through the crowd, taking in the sights and sounds of the celebration.

"Hey, do you remember our New Year's resolutions from last year?" Sarah asked, nudging Jake playfully.

Jake laughed. "Oh yeah, I think mine was something about hitting the gym more often. And yours was to learn how to cook, right?"

Sarah rolled her eyes. "Let's just say my cooking skills still leave much to be desired."

They both chuckled, knowing that their resolutions often fell by the wayside as the year went on. But they didn't let that dampen their spirits. For them, New Year's was about more than just making resolutions—it was about celebrating the start of something new together.

As they wandered through the crowd, Sarah spotted a makeshift dance floor set up in the center of the square. Music blared from speakers, and people of all ages were dancing and laughing together.

"Come on, let's dance!" Sarah exclaimed, grabbing Jake's hand and pulling him towards the dance floor.

Jake hesitated for a moment before shrugging and following her lead. They danced to the rhythm of the music, laughing and spinning around in circles. For a brief moment, they forgot about everything else and just enjoyed each other's company.

As the night wore on, Sarah and Jake found themselves sitting on a bench overlooking the city skyline. The fireworks had long since faded, but the glow of the city lights provided a magical backdrop for their conversation.

"I'm really glad we decided to spend New Year's together again this year," Sarah said, breaking the comfortable silence between them.

"Me too," Jake replied, smiling. "There's nowhere else I'd rather be."

Sarah felt a warm feeling spread through her chest. She couldn't imagine celebrating New Year's with anyone else but Jake. He was more than just a friend—he was her confidant, her partner in crime, and her rock through thick and thin.

As they sat there, lost in conversation, Sarah realized just how much she treasured their friendship. In a world that was constantly changing, Jake was the one constant in her life, and she was grateful for that.

As the clock struck midnight once again, signaling the start of a new year, Sarah made a silent wish. She wished for more moments like this—moments spent laughing, dancing, and simply being with the ones she loved.

And as she looked over at Jake, his eyes sparkling with excitement for the year ahead, she knew that no matter what the future held, they would face it together.

With a smile on her face, Sarah leaned in to hug Jake tightly, feeling a sense of contentment wash over her. Because as long as she had him by her side, she knew that everything would be okay.

And so, as the city continued to celebrate around them, Sarah and Jake welcomed the new year with open arms, ready to take on whatever adventures came their way—together.