Even from the other side of the world, where I am in London, it is difficult not to be upset by what is happening in at the moment.

The bushfires that are thriving during the heat wave have now killed 135 people (with numerous more not yet accounted for) and are the worst Australia has ever seen.

Even the famous have not been immune, with respected newsreader Brian Naylor and his wife both perishing.

Mother Nature certainly has a cruel and unforgiving nature, and to hear that some fires have also been deliberately lit is beyond belief (although I hold out hope that these people will get what they deserve).

The only thing I can do from over here is pray that the winds of change will come through soon, and things will stop. And that the brave fire fighters doing their best in an unbeatable situation will be able to save as many lives as possible.

The other thing I can do is donate to the CFA fund. And you should too – just call 1800 811 700 or go online and pledge what you can to help.

Out of all of this, it must be remembered that, like the winds, things can change for the worst VERY quickly. So don’t let life slip you by; make the most of every day you have left on this very peculiar planet.