DAWN NEESOM MIND OF MY OWN

The Woman's Own columnist on rescue animals, shopping and holiday plans

- By DAWN NEESOM

IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN!

Ever pondered the idea that Cliff Richard's big Christmas hit was spelt slightly wrong? You know the one. It's called Mistletoe & Wine. But in reality, surely it'd be better named Mistletoe & WHINE.

Because at this time of year, you can guarantee that there's ONE conversational whinge every single family up and down the land will be having: what to do on Christmas Day.

Even if you live alone, the pressure to do something different/special is bigger than Santa's shopping list. And if you have loved ones to consider, the negotiations involved are more complex than sorting out world peace.