The reality of returning to work after a week's break, coupled by the Monday Blues and other issues, are contributing to my severely lousy mood. It is difficult to break into a smile. Blah.

Our week-long break in KL was not much of a break- the missus and children were ill, leaving little time to myself, and all my good intentions of catching up with friends were left at that- intentions.

I feel run down, jaded, tired, mentally and physically. Every day is a grind, trying my best to keep my emotions in check, trying to fit in, trying to appear happy.

Maybe this is just a phase I am going through.