Rebecca Ferguson: What period or moment in your life brought you the most joy?

The question

What period or moment in your life brought you the most joy?

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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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The first time I remember being truly happy was with my children on Ainsdale beach, not far from Southport. I spent £15 on butties, and we spent the whole day by the sea.

The Q&A, The Guardian, 9 December 2023 source ↗

Others on this question

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Nicola Adams British boxer

When I won gold at the London Olympic Games.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 14 December 2012 source ↗

Tony Christie

I’m always happiest when I’m with my family.

Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 January 2024 source ↗

Daniel Clowes American cartoonist and writer

Probably in the past few years, though maybe it's just some mid-life hormonal surge.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 20 July 2012 source ↗

Busta Rhymes American rapper

When I was young and carefree, before I realised what the obstacles were that we face as black people. I was raised in a beautiful home with incredible parents. They allowed me to enjoy what it was to be a child.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 19 December 2020 source ↗