I got waylaid this year by life so am a bit behind schedule.

But it ‘s not too late for you to catch the last few days of this mammoth event which runs to February 3 in Glasgow.  

You can get drunk in Scotland any way you want.  But in my opinion, Celtic Connections is the best tonic in town.  It goes down well, gives you incredible sensations, and leaves you feeling superb.

Here is my annual tribute to a magical happening.