Usually I am on my own on Christmas Day because of having no family, but this year I have received the very kind offer of a lift to take me to my friend Jenny's house for lunch and for the rest of the afternoon. She also has no family and is usually alone on Christmas Day as well, but the lack of transport means we usually can't meet. I am looking forward to Christmas Day for the first time since 1999 (My mum died a few days before Christmas in 2000).