As part of our #RaysofSunshine campaign we asked you, the Sunderland Echo readers, to send in your uplifting pictures which have cheered you up. We received plenty of responses, with many sending in their innovative and creative designs. Scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see some of the replies:
5. One to frame
Denise Blas sent in this photo of her family's handprints which she plans to frame on the wall. Photo: Other
6. A wonderful surprise
Nurse Rebecca Anderson received this surprise from her daughters when she came home from work. Photo: Other
7. Something to make you smile
Jamie Church sent in this photo of something she created with her kids. Photo: Other
8. Getting creative
Nadia George drew a chalk drawing of the old Sunderland badge outside her house. Photo: Other