Dry January

I sympathise with anyone born in January. Not only is it a dark and dismal time of year, it also falls directly after the party season when most of us are recovering financially and physically. A friend of mine has his birthday on New Years Eve. I used to feel sorry for him losing his special day amidst the nation wide celebrations, I now realise the benefits. There is no need for any forward planning or to even arrange an event, all of your friends will be keen for any type of party. A friend’s sister on the other hand was born only two days later and what a difference that makes. The 2^nd January has to be the most challenging date to arrange a party and entice your guests to let their hair down on the same scale. For starters the trend of a “dry January” is growing in popularity and only two days in most people’s will power should still be holding strong. This is then compounded by money-saving nights in accompanied by the various television offerings we are spoilt with this month. I am speaking from personal experience right now - I am happy to pack away my glad rags for at least a few weeks and replace them with warm pyjamas and a cup of hot chocolate.

The grey wet days we have been experiencing do not encourage you to venture out to the bars and restaurants or don your trainers and stick to those “get fit and healthy” resolutions. I must admit I am a slight fair weather fairy and most notably when it comes to riding my bike. On a serious note, cycling in some of the wind and rain we have seen recently would be irresponsible but thankfully there are still plenty of indoor options - so no excuses.