The question
What period or moment in your life brought you the most joy?Originally asked
The Guardian, to a different person each week, The Q&A
Asked in 52 of the 131 consecutive instalments of The Guardian's The Q&A harvested on 2026-08-29.
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I’m always happiest when I’m with my family.
The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 January 2024 source ↗
When I met [my wife] Sandra. I was coming up 17. We met at the Two Puddings, a dance hall in Stratford.
About half an hour ago, watching through the window as my dad and two-year-old daughter walked to the paper shop together.
I am always very happy in Sardinia with my family; I spend at least six months of the year there. Six months working and six months relaxing – I think that is a great balance.
Our wedding weekend in Ireland.
Around 1972, I bought a Rolls-Royce to treat myself after finally achieving success. The year before, I had three hits: Las Vegas, I Did What I Did for Maria and Amarillo.
Loving, considerate and loyal.
King Charles III, because he’s working hard to save our planet.
Nothing – I’ve got some great tablets!
Forgetting the wonderful memories I have got from throughout my life. Three years ago, I was diagnosed with dementia.
I don’t have a great fear of anything. I look at things with positive eyes.
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