Today, it seems is the 'darkest' day of the year ('according to the latest research' - good phrase, eh!)

Its Blue Monday, officially the saddest day of the year.

Today's Echo tells us...

Using a mathematical equation, Dr Cliff Arnall, a motivational expert, has found that January 22 is the day when those bulging waistlines, empty bank accounts and broken new year’s resolutions really start to weigh us down.
In fact, the Samaritans estimate that during January alone they receive a call every six seconds from people suffering from post-Christmas depression.
For many, the experience goes way beyond merely feeling down after the excitement and euphoria of Christmas time.
It is estimated that half a million people in the UK suffer from SAD – Seasonal Affective Disorder. About 20 per cent experience very mild SAD during the winter months, while between one and three per cent of people in the UK suffer from much more severe symptoms.



Well, so far, all seems ok here at 'Froth HQ' Mind you I have to get home yet.

Perhaps it will be worse when we have Global Warming... No it will be better as it will be summer all year long, no high winter fuel bills and everyone stripped to the waist.

There you go I'm cheered up no-end.