Where did the year go? It’s a regular New Year mystery but this year I at least have an answer. I’ve never been a diary keeper but during 2025 I jotted down everything of note that happened, big or small, in a little red diary, so that when I reviewed the year there wouldn’t be a vast void where my memories should have been. 

However, much as I think such reflective exercises are worthwhile, I also believe in letting the past go and looking to the future. So I also intended to initiate a new ...