[Ally Castillo]

General Discussion Thread 05.29.2025​

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Good morning, beautiful humans! I've been in a nostalgic mood lately, and I wanted to ask you this: If you could relive one day from your life, just for the joy of it, which day would you pick? Maybe you spoke up when you were tempted to stay quiet, or maybe you just made it through a tough day when you weren’t sure you could. Share it with me in the comments, I'm eager to swap stories with all of you.

Or, if you have something else you'd like to share—whether it’s a cool fact you just learned, a funny story, or something that’s been bothering you—feel free to comment them down, too! This General Discussion Thread is created just for you, so feel free to engage with your fellow members!

Now, what's on YOUR mind today?

 

[Carol *]

I had been sick for close to a year and it felt like forever. The day that the doctor released me say "go back to living life as normal. " I went straight to my brother and said "let's ride!" We got on his candy apple red motorcycle and headed to the mountains. I was free!

 

[Arkie98]

The sense of feeling this is where i belong when went down into a small quaint village in Arkansas. The uniqueness of it, the hills and mountains and the people.

 

[Doris Gallaher]

The day my darling husband and I said our "I do's." We pledged our love and devotion at that moment and for the following fifty-one years we had.

 

[tennis]

My wedding day. over 42 yrs. before God called him home. I miss him every day.

 

[Wiseoldone]

The day my 1st granddaughter was born and I took my first plane ride

 

[pazzmann]

I would go back to any day in the year of 1986. My family members were all still alive and I worked for the New York Mets and they won the World Series. Both my home life and work life was the best ever.

 

[Wellman]

My wedding day followed by the day I got baptized

 

[Hazeleyes]

My last Christmas with my dad in 1985 as he passed away early 1986. Seeing the joy on his face at the gifts he received. The family all together sharing dinner. That was the first Christmas I was able to get off of work. ( I worked at a movie theater than).

 

[bobbibonn]

Every day on my Walk to Emmaus! Most awesome 3 days of my life!!!@

 

[Marilea]

June 7,1969 My wedding day! Mike died 3/29/2020, and I still miss him!

 

[glojeans13]

The day I was sworn into the United States Navy, January 9, 1970. It just happens to have been the anniversary that my dad was sworn into the United States Navy.

 

[Marilea]

The day my darling husband and I said our "I do's." We pledged our love and devotion at that moment and for the following fifty-one years we had.

Me, too! 6/7/69-3/29/2025. Almost 51 years!

 

[Gayle B.]

I have 2 days in mind. Firstly I want to relive my wedding day. It was September 1972. I had a fever of 103.1. Most of my memories are from my husband’s recollections. That will be 53 years ago this September!
The 2nd day I want to relive is the first day of Basic Training for the Air Force in March 1971! I was never as proud of myself as I was swearing in, repeating the same oath as many do by all kinds of people who want to serve our country!

 

[Gayle B.]

The day I was sworn into the United States Navy, January 9, 1970. It just happens to have been the anniversary that my dad was sworn into the United States Navy.

That’s a wonderful tradition in his footsteps! Good for you! I hope he was alive to see it!

 

[lavender3]

The day my doctor told me my brain aneurysm was "healed"! It had a 95% chance of bursting before the coiling. Five years after it was coiled he said it was like it was never there! Sigh!

 

[TriciaR]

I had been sick for close to a year and it felt like forever. The day that the doctor released me say "go back to living life as normal. " I went straight to my brother and said "let's ride!" We got on his candy apple red motorcycle and headed to the mountains. I was free!

Wow, what an incredible day that must have been — from illness to freedom in one unforgettable moment. There’s something so symbolic about hopping on a motorcycle and heading for the mountains, especially after such a long, difficult time. I can almost feel the wind and the sense of finally being free again. Thank you for sharing such a meaningful memory @Carol * — it’s a beautiful reminder of resilience, healing, and the joy of truly living.

 

[TriciaR]

The sense of feeling this is where i belong when went down into a small quaint village in Arkansas. The uniqueness of it, the hills and mountains and the people.

That sounds like such a special moment — finding a place that just feels right is a rare and beautiful thing. There’s something magical about small villages with their charm, welcoming people, and natural beauty. It’s amazing how a place can speak to your heart like that. Thank you for sharing this @Arkie98 — it’s a lovely reminder that sometimes joy comes not from a big event, but simply from feeling at home in the world.

 

[TriciaR]

The day my darling husband and I said our "I do's." We pledged our love and devotion at that moment and for the following fifty-one years we had.

What a beautiful memory — thank you so much for sharing @Doris Gallaher . Saying “I do” is such a powerful moment on its own, but to have followed it with fifty-one years of love and devotion is truly extraordinary. That kind of lasting bond is rare and deeply inspiring. It must be such a joy to look back on that day, knowing how much life and love followed.

 

[TriciaR]

My wedding day. over 42 yrs. before God called him home. I miss him every day.

Thank you for sharing such a tender and meaningful memory @tennis . Forty-two years together is a beautiful testament to love and partnership, and it’s clear how deeply you still cherish him. I’m so sorry for your loss — the love you shared continues to shine through your words. Anniversaries, memories, and moments like your wedding day become even more precious with time. Sending you warmth and gentle thoughts.