Today is Blue Monday, which has been dubbed the most depressing day of the year.
It usually falls on the third Monday of January and comes at a time when things like the gloomy weather as well as the financial hangover of Christmas and the fall-out of eating and socialising a bit too much over the festive season can make us feel quite glum.
But instead of feeling blue, we asked our readers to send us pictures of what makes them happy, whether it be their beloved pet, a favourite place in the world or a luscious landscape – and you didn’t disappoint!
We’ve got everything from hamsters to horses, cats and dogs as well as dreamy holiday destinations and even the ‘twinkly’ sky over Rothwell at night.
We’ve picked out some of our favourite shots from the ones you submitted via our Facebook page and we really hope they bring a smile to your face on Blue Monday – enjoy!
25. Happiness by Richard Boyles
"When grandchildren can walk over grandpa!" Photo: Richard Boyles
26. Happiness by Teresa Bates
"Overlooking the countryside from Rockingham Castle, lovely views" Photo: Teresa Bates
27. Happiness by Stacy Yvonne Adams
"Harringworth viaduct when the fields were flooded" Photo: Stacy Yvonne Adams
28. Happiness by Stu Vincent Photography
"Delapre Woods - too many are not aware or overlook some beautiful places within the town, this is one of my favourites" Photo: Stu Vincent Photography