Naked Cowboy, originally uploaded by Timothy State.

We're approaching New Year's Eve, which means thousands of tourists flocking to New York to see the ball drop on Times Square. And as you may know, there they can also see other . . . um, anyway, Times Square also gives you a chance for a photo op with the Naked Cowboy, whose entrepreneurial drive has not only resulted in a nice income but has also made him a global icon of Manhattan.

What's he doing here on the BofG?

Look closely on his shoulder.

I said his *shoulder*, people.

Where you will a Jesus tattoo. Then click here for a close-up from the other side to see a pic of the Devil.

I'd make a deep point about how the Naked Cowboy thus embodies the moral complexity of the human race, but I'm too lazy. Sooo . . . happy New Year! Enjoy the champagne or grape juice or whatever other intoxicant-substitute your faith tradition happens to allow.