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When did you last shed tears of joy?

The occasion was the European Football Championship 22 June 2016. The last two matches in the group phase were being played out simultaneously and televised on separate channels. I chose to watch Italy v the Republic of Ireland, not least because it involved our closest neighbour who were the clear underdogs and regarded by some as fodder for the Italians.

It was a match in which the Irish had to win if they were to progress into the knock-out phase of the competition, something they had never achieved before. I couldn’t help but admire the tremendous 'never say die' fighting spirit they showed, and the goal they scored in the 85th minute to win for them a match they so richly deserved. A great sporting moment for Ireland. Yes, I had to fight back the tears.

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country bumpkin

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Gee, I've been sitting here trying to remember the last time I cried tears of joy but nothing is coming to my mind. It's not that I don't shed tears of joy, I just have a bad memory. :(

I'll comment below if and when something comes to mind.

8 years ago. Rating: 9
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jhharlan

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I getting a lump in my throat the same thing? No, I guess not. The last time I remember having tear flow over a situation was when my natural dad bought me a new bike. 50 years ago…….

8 years ago. Rating: 9
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country bumpkin

Uhmm, she really knows how to ride a bike!

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sunnyB

Ooh I think my memory is coming back.

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digger

I'd have tears of joy too if my bike was delivered by this charming saleslady.

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Bob/PKB

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My church sings the Lord's Prayer in Armenian (Hyer Mer). I miss the congregation praying together this prayer, in English. At the church office two weeks ago, I mentioned this to our interim pastor. The very next Sunday, Pastor Lou wove a congregational Lord's Prayer into the worship service. I could barely speak, with a lump of emotion in my throat (and tears of joy in my eyes).

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Ducky

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Every spring our local hockey team acknowledges our young players who are now graduating to their dream jobs, in the National Hockey League (NHL). After watching them play and work hard for up to four years, it is touching to see them rewarded, as most of them cannot make it to the next level. It is a moment of pride and sadness (saying goodbye) and many of us, myself included, are fighting back the tears.

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west-bus

Hi Ducky, after reading your nice Post I was myself a little touched and curious to know if it is the ladies team you are so proud of. Thank you.

commented 8 years ago

Ducky

No, this team is young men, aged 16-20. We see them play 35 home games per season, against several teams which come from various cities in Canada and the U.S. They also travel for an equal number of games, to those cities. They have a lot of responsibilities besides playing hockey....high school home work and lots of community appearances and volunteer jobs (required for high school diploma) as well. In addition, they must keep a supply of autographed cards, shirts, etc. Of course they have friends, girlfriends, etc. Most, develop into very fine young men!

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digger

What junior team is that, Ducky ?

commented 8 years ago

Ducky

Still trying digger? Okay, okay. We play yours! lol

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