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Share the life changing moments you’ve had with Ariel - £300 voucher to be won! NOW CLOSED

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JustineBMumsnet · 02/09/2016 12:46

Ariel have teamed up with Sainsbury’s to support team GB at the Paralympic games, where athletes will have the opportunity to have truly life changing moments, and in light of this, Ariel would like to hear about the life changing moments you’ve had.

Here’s what Ariel have to say: “We have always believed that clothes have the power to bring out our best when the moment matters, but what about when that moment has the potential to be life changing?”

So, share the moments in your life that you feel have been life-changing – whether they’ve changed your life path for the better or the worse.

All those who post below will be entered into a prize draw where one MNer will win a £300 Sainsbury's voucher.

Thanks, and good luck!

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Share the life changing moments you’ve had with Ariel - £300 voucher to be won! NOW CLOSED
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Natah · 08/09/2016 20:34

Doing a skydive! It was so exhilarating and reminded me that I can achieve anything I set my mind to, life changing!

toodles60 · 08/09/2016 21:19

My life changing event for the worse is still very fresh for me. My daughter was found dead on my birthday Dec 21st last year. It was unexpected and there was no previous illness. its changed my life in the way i view the world and feel about almost everything. I would say my whole view of the world has become skewed. I'm not sure if thats the right word. I'm devastated and its hard to find anyone who can understand what the loss of a child does to you. There is a huge hole where she was and I feel guilt, anger and despair even some days. My life has definitely changed for the worse. I floated along before thinking we were invincible. We all do. I'm told it will get better but its been 7 months and life will never be the same.

kimg791 · 08/09/2016 21:28

A few life changing moments for me. first up a couple of happy ones.....giving birth to my two beautiful boys and getting married to my soul mate. And then I was diagnosed with breast cancer aged 32 when my youngest was 6 months old. A year later and I was told it was back again. I have just finished all treatment for a 2nd time and I know I will never be the same worry free person I once was.

gemmie797 · 08/09/2016 21:37

When my sons went back go school this year I had my first day at univarsity. It's definitely a life changing decision for all of us as I've been at home for a few years but one which I'm sure will change our lives for the better. I will be working towards a good job & education and hopefully inspire my sons in the future

Doobydoo · 08/09/2016 22:17

Crikey Ariel....how on earth are you going to decide which life changing moment 'deserves' a £300 voucher?

tararabumdeay · 08/09/2016 22:40

Ariel is the beautiful spirit imprisoned by Prospero. He knows his release is his death but that's what he chooses for that one moment of freedom.

LeeR1985 · 08/09/2016 23:36

I imagine a lot of people will have the same response but the birth of my daughter. We hadn't planned for a child so it was an unexpected surprise but it changed my life for the better. I work harder to try and provide a better life for my daughter, I was quite lazy before she was born but I don't stop now :)

DramaInPyjamas · 09/09/2016 07:04

My life changing moment was when me and my husband split up - we got married at 18 so I had went from living at home to living with him. I was quite lazy at home, my parents would do the washing/cleaning/cooking/pets etc, then when I got married my husband sort of took over that role by choice as he had lived alone and knew what he was doing.

Us splitting up made me realise how much I didn't do or know how to do around the house and had to learn how to change a duvet, iron, cook, learn the washing machine programmes, change a plug, manage finances etc at the age of 34 and overnight! I didn't even know how to switch on and watch our TV, the remote was too complicated and usually lived by his side!!

LadyMumble · 09/09/2016 10:49

Going to university was a life changer for me. Not only in terms of education and independence, but because I met my now dh there and can honestly say that without his influence in my life I would not be where I am today. His ceaseless support, love, honesty and kindness have enabled me to know the best of myself and to live a safe and healthy life. I am so grateful for the circumstances that lead to us meeting.

amberlabamba · 09/09/2016 13:39

Losing my Uncle and Dad unexpectedly within a year :(

simone12345 · 09/09/2016 17:16

in my life there has been life-changing moment l had my first heart attack at 52 it was followed by 2 more the same year and yes it does change your life everyday l now feel like is it going to be today that l have another one as you just dont know when its going to happen but you just know its going to happen so everyday l awake l tell myself its going to be a great day today as that is what l now have to beleive so happy days to all and let there be lots happy days

piggypoo · 09/09/2016 18:01

When my Dad suffered a massive stroke, he'd been the cornerstone of our family, everyone depended on him, emotionally and as the main provider. We had to care for him, teach him to walk, talk, eat, in fact everything had to be learnt again, he felt so guilty for putting us in that situation, but we'd do it all again, happily, he's on the mend now, and is enjoying life with his family and his 3 year-old granddaughter, who calls him Grandad Wheely, because he still uses a wheelchair! :)

littleme96 · 09/09/2016 21:00

My life-changing moment was agreeing to go out with someone who had been my boyfriend when we were teenagers. He still loved me and although I really wasn't sure, I decided to say yes when he asked me out and just to see what happened...

14 years, a marriage, 2 kids, a house, a dog and a cat later, I can say that I am so, so glad that I gave it another go! A totally life-changing moment.

Pingoo · 10/09/2016 13:39

2 really life changing moments both good and bad. Having suffered Terribly with gynae problems I was told I'd never have children even with IVF so we were stunned when, two years later, I got pregnant. The doctors couldn't believe it but our wonderful, healthy daughter was born and we call her our miracle. Sadly a second child was not meant to be - we lost the baby not long after birth. While in severe grief, my husband lost his job the following month, then my brother-in-law died very suddenly the following month and a month later my wonderful mother collapsed and died of a stroke. The grief was unbearable and I really don't know how we got through that period, but having our wonderful daughter was what drove us on. How lucky we are to have her and We thank God for her every day

rhinosuze · 10/09/2016 17:59

Other than having my daughter, passing my driving test was the most life changing thing. It meant I could work longer hours (and so earn more), move to a better job and it was soooo much easier to transport my child (and all her stuff) around. I really didn't expect the freedom it gave you and whilst its not cheap it's certainly worth it

ilovesprouts · 10/09/2016 20:29

My moment of joy was watching my grandson been born he's six now and can remember it as it only was yesterday.Grin

ilovesprouts · 10/09/2016 20:31

Also my life changing moment was when I had a bad accident in 2013 that left me with life changing injuries and a 9 week stay in hospital.

Scottishthreeberry16 · 10/09/2016 21:49

Losing my dad. I still miss him and don't think I ever properly grieved as I conceived dd1 that same month. They would have got on so well. It's so sad that they never got to meet.

insan1tyscartching · 10/09/2016 22:07

The day that changed our family's lives would have been the day my ds got the official diagnosis of autism, learning difficulties and challenging behaviour. He was just three and it felt like my world had stopped as I listened to the paed tell me he wouldn't be independent, he probably wouldn't ever have normal speech and his behaviour would be extremely challenging. I felt my heart ache, I always thought before that day heartache was a metaphor tbh.
I suppose it did change our lives greatly but not necessarily for the worse. Having ds has certainly been a challenge but there have been some great highs along the way. The first time he said Ma and he meant me (he was 7), how he gently stroked his baby sister when he'd only ever hit before, how my older ones loved him in spite of his behaviour towards them and grew to be kinder, stronger and more compassionate than they might have been otherwise, many, many instances over the years tbh.
I look back on that day now and feel pretty proud that we not only survived but we learned a lot and grew a lot as people because of having ds in our lives.

Freco010 · 11/09/2016 07:49

Having my son, followed by twins was pretty life changing for me!

DoItTooJulia · 11/09/2016 07:54

The day my son was born was life changing. It's a cliche, but it's true. I'd had lots of MCs so to have a real life, perfect newborn in my arms was utterly, utterly magical. I still remember the blanket he was wrapped in. There's a photo of him, minutes old, in this blanket and DH had moved the blanket so we could get a good photo and it makes him look like he had angel wings, which pretty much summed up hoe I felt about him. I treasure that photo. And I can still smell the freshly washed blanket whenever I look at the photo.

Happy, happy days Smile

Bellroyd · 11/09/2016 09:48

When the last kid left home and we had our life back!

ell5454 · 11/09/2016 12:22

Ripping the main ligament in my knee while skiing, it gave me such a respect for people that live in pain constantly, as it was unbearable for a month or so. I don't know how people do it

MumboNumber5 · 11/09/2016 15:19

Moving to a little village - only a few miles away from where we've lived for a while, but we are all so much happier.

vedden1978 · 11/09/2016 17:54

My most life changing experience is definitely becoming a mum. Having that rush of love and the willing to literally give your life for this person you have only just met is amazing x