With Christmas just a fading memory, it's time to take a breather and reflect on not just the recent couple of weeks but the year as a whole. 

You're all aware I'm sure of my families recent loss, but it's time to take the advice I've given to friends – look back at the good times, how your friends have enriched your own lives. Too often we concerntrate on sad time because the effect us so much – but think of the good times, smile and reflect; you'll soon find your heart lifted. Good advice, so as you read this post, take a few deep breaths and think for a moment about the good things that happened in the past year; post a comment if you feel inspired.

Traditionally this time of year has always been a breathing space between Christmas and the New Year at time to review the past year and prepare yourself for the year ahead – take the time to breath.