I was lucky to celebrate Christmas in advance last month, both in Hong Kong and Philippines ( uploaded a few photos on another thread - http://filipinaroses.com/showthread....Happy-New-Year ) .

Will be here in Scarborough for the next few weeks – alone, but not lonely – family and friends make sure of that ! I count my blessings !



The latest shooting in America, the recent typhoon in Mindanao and the effect on civilians of the Syrian war remind us that there are always people worse off than ourselves. We may be temporarily apart from our loved ones through distance, or they may be ill in hospital. Some of us have to work over the festive period – the pay may be good and / or the work essential … but we could probably think of a better alternative !



To ALL members, make the most of this Christmas wherever you are and whoever you’re with ! Try to be positive and look forward to the New Year .