Making a new year resolution is a tradition many of us have a go at - just like these Sunderland people in years gone by.
The Echo took to the streets of Wearside to grab the views of locals.
See if you were one of those sharing your thoughts on the year ahead.
1. Faces at New Year
They all shared their thoughts on resolutions in years gone by.
2. Resolutions in 2003
It was 20 years ago when we got the new year hopes from this shopper.
3. Happy to share
It was early in 2003 when this Echo reader told us about his resolutions.
4. Thinking ahead
Sharing her thoughts on New Year resolutions in 2004.