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In 1988, when the final whistle went in the FA Cup final and we beat Liverpool.
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What period or moment in your life brought you the most joy?Originally asked
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When my children Suzy and Justin were small: I loved watching them grow up, helping and encouraging them.
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I am happiest right now. Things are going really well – my professional life, my personal life, my family life.
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My childhood at Graceland. And after having all my children.
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