HM
Now. This is the best time of my life.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 March 2010 source ↗
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What period or moment in your life brought you the most joy?Originally asked
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Can't quantify – I am often happy.
The first time Emilie and I kissed.
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