Edel Coffey: What if your family doesn’t fit that picture-perfect Christmas image?

"While many of us will be looking forward to Christmas this year, I’m sure just as many will be dreaming of just closing the door on it all."

Picture: Bríd O'Donovan

One of the best Christmases I’ve ever had was the one I spent by myself. 

I don’t mean this in a grinchy way. I really enjoy Christmas but that particular year, I had had a rough few months.