This forth coming Christmas, take a while to think of how lucky you are, that is if you are lucky - if you're with your family and friends and loved ones - some people have to spend this magical time of year all on their own, and it often makes me think that I want to do something to help them, many different ages of people spend Christmas alone.

So one year, when I was 17, I went with a few friends and helped out at a shelter, giving out dinners to the homeless - it was actually really rewarding doing that, I would definitely do it again. It's all voluntary, and it shows that your helping those who need it - in the real spirit of Christmas.

Sure, so the food we had to serve didn't look all that fantastic, but believe me - they appreciated it so much, I even made friends with a couple of people - they've managed to get back on their feet, are now working and it makes me so pleased that I might have helped in some small way.

I don't think anyone should stay on their own at Christmas - it's a time for sharing presents, company and time - if it helps those who need it by bringing them together and actually giving them a meal, then that's a good thing.

I normally spend Christmas at home, if I can, with my family and my friends, but I really like to do something different occasionally, I may go to Australia surfing one Christmas - sounds good huh?

Thanks for reading - you are not alone, don't be alone, make friends and have a great Christmas :)