New Year's Resolutions

I was wondering why it is we make New Year's resolutions? I guess I understand that it is a new year, a new beginning. But who feels like making new goals right after a crazy holiday season and right in the middle of winter?! So I am boycotting this concept for 2011. I am going to rid myself of the guilt I feel by not setting new goals and then failing. Now do not get me wrong, I will try to be better, do better and better my family and community each day. But I can do without the guilt and self loathing when I mess up!