Jennifer Lopez has reflected on her last 12 months, with the singer admitting there were a number of "downs" as well as ups.

The singer split from her long-term boyfriend Casper Smart in August, but writing on Instagram Lopez said her 2016 has also had a number of highlights. She revealed:

"Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night... I have a ritual every year once everyone is asleep I like to go sit by the tree and think about the year that just went by. Check in on how I feel right in that moment about everything in my life.

"The Magic of the sparkly tree always takes me away into my thoughts and feelings ... and this year I can honestly say my heart is full. This year had its ups and downs but as I sit here in my living room w my coconuts sleeping soundly upstairs, all of us healthy, a house full of family and friends, I feel surrounded by love and overflowing with gratitude for the many new blessings in my life!!! Merry Christmas everyone."

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