LAST WEEK SAW many people returning to the daily grind, but for many today is the first Monday back after ‘The Christmas’.

We know it might be a day of clock-watching and yearning for your duvet, your remote and a Come Dine With Me marathon, so here are some little treats to help you get through the day…

1. These chimps hugging

This pair are trying to keep warm at Qingdao Zoo in China (ChinaFotoPress)

2. This basketball player giving an old lady a kiss

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3. The Round the Twist theme tune

4. These office hijinks

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5. These kittens loving each other

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6. A free pass to go out and buy some Curly Wurlys or Big Purple Ones, or even a packet of Chocolate Kimberleys. You’re worth it

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7. This hilarious workplace

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8. The quokka, the happiest animal in the world

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9. This reminder of what you're doing right now

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