Well, if you’re a long time reader of what is now a very much reduced version of my blog, you’ll know that I don’t really do resolutions or goals. I pick a word.

Suddenly you went from this anonymous little being and became our son and the colour of my whole world changed and became brighter.

The celebration of international women’s day that took place a while back got me thinking a lot about the women who have had an impact on me. 

But it is an uninvited guest, a constant companion I cannot shake; a shadow.

Here are some things you will learn over your life time. Some good, some bad, but all important; they'll help you as you grow in to the person you are today.

Every time I find something new that distracts me or makes me smile, I put it in what I refer to as my happy bank.

Perhaps a word or a question can be your 'new years resolution' this year too.