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Happiest times of your life

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MoMhathair · 15/11/2024 10:12

I'm in a good mood and feeling nostalgic. I'd love to hear about the happiest times in people's lives - times they look back on and feel all warm and fuzzy about.

I know this isn't an AIBU. Sue me.

There are quite a few times for me, but ones that stand out are:
Uni - I met my DH, had a blast, really enjoyed the courses, had a part time job I enjoyed, felt fit and healthy. A really fun, exciting time in my life.

When my DS was born. I got into a habit of taking prenatal vitamins and the midwife commented after the birth that I had fantastic iron reserves (I'm normally anaemic on and off, lack of periods definitely helped) so despite having a baby I felt strong as an ox, full of life, my baby was beyond gorgeous. It was scary having a newborn but I remember walking down the street pushing the pram and thinking how lovely my life was. My friend and I used to take our babies to the cinema, the shopping centre, cafes, it was a life of luxury really (in spite of poopy nappies and 1000 wakeups a night). I'd always wanted to be a mum and it was far better than I expected, which is a nice surprise.

What were your happiest times?

OP posts:
middleagedandinarage · 15/11/2024 10:21

Engaged/newly wed - felt and looked the best I ever had and life was so exciting and fun.
When my babies were young - loved newborn/baby stage, found it very easy and fulfilling, loved the snuggles. Loved mat leave.

PrincessPeache · 15/11/2024 10:20

Now.

I have my gorgeous DS, who has complex needs and is thriving in a special school. I have a partner I adore and who adores us. We have a roof over our heads that we can afford and money isn’t an issue. I have a cat who loves nothing more than being held like a baby for cuddles. I have a job that whilst I don’t enjoy it, it doesn’t stress me out and pays well and gives me all the flexibility I need to be with my son. It’s also very very secure!

We’d love to move out of our flat and into a home with a garden, but if that never happens, it’s really fine. I’ve got everything I need here and I am so bloody lucky to have it.

SilverBlueRabbit · 15/11/2024 10:17

I'm in a happy place right now. Which considering I have depression often chronic health issues is good.

I'm hanging on to this current feeling. DH is alot older and has started having issues with his memory and overall frailty. My parents live a very long way away and both have cancer. My oldest DS has severe learning difficulties and my younger is hitting teen years hard. The future is uncertain and I need to work out how to meet all of my obligations- particularly if DH deteriorates and my parents deteriorate.

But for now, we are good. So I am holding that close.

KimberleyClark · 15/11/2024 10:16

Newly wed days. We hadn’t previously cohabited so it was all new and wonderful. It’s still wonderful if after 34 years no longer new.

Now. Retired, with no caring responsibilities, healthy and mobile.

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