I was a blacksmith and interpreter for Sam Houston during the Revolution. Who am I?

The answer is William Goyens because I have the Texas History book and it says that in chapter 13: The Republic of Texas.

it's a secular holiday. it is and was a custom developed to recognize the ending of a time and a wish for a good future. the kind of kiss you exchange, if you are single, is intended to predict what kind of year you will have in the coming year.

it is saying good bye to the last year with all its ups and downs, and hello to the new year, with all its hopes and dreams.