Nikkie was bundled up in a puffy coat of her own, curled up into Joey with her face out of the wind. The baby monitor was close to hand, but so far, it has been silent. Which was nice for the moment, because the fireworks really were beautiful.
"I think people like a reason to celebrate and be happy," she answered. "New year, new start, and all that. Blow some things up, have a few drinks, maybe eat some pizza. And I can't really blame them, we all need a break from our lives now and again."