Please read this part of my post ( above ) again :-


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 .


Even if you can't bring yourself to respond positively to my post - it is sincere - I repeat my best wishes to you ALL