It's hard to believe 2012 is coming to an end, and we're gearing up for another year of photobombing, pranking and costuming our pets.  We have a feeling 2013 will bring even more hilarity and entertainment, so ringing in the new year is definitely a cause for celebration. This usually involves party hats, tons of noisemakers and a bit of prep, like any sort of holiday.

It's obvious babies like to celebrate New Year's, particularly because they're already getting a head start on festivities. But what's the rest of the population doing to prepare for the party of all parties?

They are...

BEJEWLING JEAN SHORTS

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EATING TASTY CLEMENTINES

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FORCING THEIR CAT TO WEAR AN ADORABLE SANTA HAT

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CHILLIN' IN THE MEAT SECTION OF THE GROCERY STORE

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POSING IN FRONT OF A MASSIVE MONKEY

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ELFING THEMSELVES

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HANGIN' OUT WITH A FAKE HORSE HEAD...?

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MAKING AN AWESOME SAND SNOWMAN

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BUILDING FORTS

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TAKING PICS OF CREEPY REINDEER MANNEQUINS

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EATING BANANA NUT MUFFINS AND APPLE JUICE

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AND... WE HAVE NO IDEA, BUT IT LOOKS QUITE MAGICAL

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