The year 2012 was full of surprises and next year will be no different. As in past years, the winner of our annual New Years poll will receive a free one - year subscription to the Herald courtesy of this writer.

Which Democrat will face off against Governor Christie in November’s election?

How many cabinet members will resign prior to President Obama’s inaguaration?

Will Michael Bloomberg endorse a Republican for Mayor of New York City?

How many times will Lindsay Lohan be arrested in 2013?

The Dow Jones will be closer to 15,000 or 12,000 on July 1, 2013?

Will a bill outlawing assault weapons reach the floor of Congress?

Which Democrat will run against Serena Dimaso for Freeholder next fall?

How many Democrats will announce that they will seek Frank Lautenberg’s Senate seat?

Will any New Jersey municipalities default because of Hurricane Sandy?

In which month will Time Magazine cease its print edition?

Will the Atlantic Highlands Harbor be open for business by April 1?

How much money will Congress allocate to New Jersey for Hurricane Sandy?

In December 2013, the unemployment rate will be higher or lower than 7.7%

Which of golf’s majors will Rory McIlroy win in 2013?

Will Syrian President Assad still be in power on January 1, 2014?

Atlantic Highlands First Aider Richard Huff will respond to more or less than 50 calls next year?

Will the November ballot in New Jersey include a same sex marriage referendum?

Good luck to all and best wishes for a prosperous New Year!