For many, Christmas is a time of year that conjures up images of family and friends gathering, parties and shopping, cosy drinks and delicious food. As I write this, I have an idealised image of what this would all look and sound like for me, and then I notice who I have placed in this scene, and that some of them are no longer here. Sound familiar? At Christmas, and other times of cultural celebration, it often highlights who is missing from the table. I think this is partic