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When I first got sober, in 1990.
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What period or moment in your life brought you the most joy?Originally asked
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Childhood, up until the age of seven, when my sister died.
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My wedding day. I had a sore face from laughing and smiling so much. Other than that, I am the happiest I've been in my life now.
Last Sunday when all the family came round to celebrate my 88th birthday. (Or was it Saturday. Or the week before, perhaps?)
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I am happiest when I am working.
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