Google+ trends: Users look forward, reminisce and criticize the Cowboys

On December 31, Google+ users are looking back at the year that was and looking forward to the year that will be.

Under the hashtag "#Bestof2012," users of the social networking site are reminiscing about the past year, sharing some of their favorite memories, photos and news stories from 2012.

Others are taking a more forward-looking approach to the coming New Year, wishing one and other a happy New Year and sharing some of their hopes, dreams and of course resolutions for 2013.

Outside of the feeling of nostalgia for 2012 and the spirit of good will towards all men, American football Team the Dallas Cowboys is coming under attack after being beaten 28-18 by the Washington Redskins, who won the NFC East title.

User Steven Bauer writes "if things cant get any worse for the #cowboys LOL!!," Peter Wassenberg posts "#Cowboys let down America again," while NFL blog The Penalty Flag posts "#Cowboys miss the playoffs for the third straight season. Jerry Jones the owner, must fire Jerry Jones the GM."

The top 5 most talked about topics on Google+ on December 31 at 10:20 AM GMT are:

01. #HappyNewYear
02. #Bestof2012
03. #Cowboys
04. iPhone5
05. #SelfySunday