Last night was fun. We had some neighbours in to share the New Year with. We played board games and had a good chat which is nice as we are all often dashing about living our hectic lives we never really get a chance to meet and talk. My kids (21 and almost 20) had headed off to New York with my ex-wife to see in the New Year over there. They are back tomorrow so I will get an update on how New Yorkers party the night away.

We decided to make it a 'scrag-end' party. People brough left-over food from their Christmas celebrations. Whilst the name leaves a lot to be desired the idea was fun. I am sure someone would be able to get a real insight into people by what they eat but for us it was was just fun to created a 'shared table'.

The fireworks in London looked wonderful on TV. Shame Scotland and other areas had weather conditions that stopped their enjoyment.

I have made my resolutions. My first is to stick to them. Let's see how I do.