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!
29. Happiness by Angelina Howden
"The pier over the Mediterranean sea where I married my husband in Cyprus end of 2021" Photo: Angelina Howden
30. Happiness by Lauren Dawson
"A cheeky grin from my 10-week-old baby boy! Just seeing his face makes me smile!" Photo: Lauren Dawson
31. Happiness by Sharon Laurie
"This is my daughter laughing her head off in America when a man did a funny sneeze. It always makes me laugh!" Photo: Sharon Laurie
32. Happiness by Chloe Bell
"Me and my dad singing together on New Year's Day. I just know this is going to be one of my best memories with him for years to come" Photo: Chloe Bell