Agreed, a year I shan't be sad to see the back of, though at my age wishing time away is not welcome. Haven't been able to get near a hill all year, my nearest "serious " hills being in Wales, which has pretty much been forbidden territory the whole year. However, it's not all doom and gloom, my garden has been my saviour and rewarded me with some pleasing results from my reworkings, though as ever it's cost me a small fortune in plants.
My other passion, road cycling, has also come to my rescue, with lots of useful and pleasant mileage to help hold back the march to oblivion. Have even resurrected and reshod the Winter bike, so I can now get out in all but the worst weather, something I haven't done seriously for a while.
Very much missing not being able get to Scotland for Winter outings though, that is a real downer for me. I can live with missing the Summer, but the snow and ice beckon strongly.
I suppose we ought to be glad for small mercies. All my associates and family have avoided the plague so far and I remain healthy. Many have succumbed and my best wishes to those left behind.
As for you lot, hope you are well and able to enjoy this festive season as best you can. I'll be back, as they say.
Happy Christmas and a better New Year to all.