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In kindergarten, riding my bike and making objects out of clay.
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What period or moment in your life brought you the most joy?Originally asked
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Jools Holland
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Paradise is the moment you are in, so right now I'm happiest talking to you.
From a professional standpoint, it didn’t get any better than achieving our ultimate goal, whether that meant six NBA championships in eight years, or two Olympic gold medals. But I’m more low-key than people realize. Give me an evening with family or friends, and I’m good.
Steve Coogan
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I would like to say right now, but probably childhood – though even that may be wrong, so I'll say six weeks ago walking in the Lakes.
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I look forward to answering that question in 15 years.
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Having a massage every week.
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