On Friday, Bossy and her friend Martha went to the big city to attend a free concert in the middle of the afternoon, and he was playing, but that’s not really what this post is about because who can remember Friday when there was so much Saturday and Sunday and Monday in the intervening hours?
This post is about one of his songs, which for the most part Bossy also can’t remember — see previous paragraph about Saturday, Sunday, and Monday and then add a fifth of gin and a backyard deck and stir.
But Bossy does remember one of the lines from the song, “If you had to relive one day of your life, which would you choose?”
Well. This really got Bossy and her friend Martha thinking on Friday, where thinking equals slurping vast quantities of wine at the train station bar.
At first Bossy was thinking about this question in terms of which day was so great you would want to relive it, but then Bossy’s friend Martha pointed out it could also be interpreted as which day would you like to relive so you could alter it, and sister mercy another Cabernet, please.
Bossy can sum up her day relived this way:
Which is what today’s Ten-Word Challenge is all about. In exactly ten words, can you tell Bossy about a day you would like to relive?
And be sure to check back later today for the reliviest comments on the web. If you aren’t reading the creative way people sum up their thoughts in ten words, you are really missing something. Namely you are missing the creative way people sum up their thoughts in ten words. Yeah.
Bobbie says
May 26, 2009 at 8:25 amToo sad to even think about reliving past (passed?) days.
Bush Babe says
May 26, 2009 at 8:30 amMarch 4, 2001. Wedding day. Forget photos. Guests more important!!!!.
BOSSY says
May 26, 2009 at 8:52 amBossy wants to trade her 1 relived day for more please.
TanyaK says
May 26, 2009 at 8:53 amCan’t remember yesterday. Important to try to live without regret.
BOSSY says
May 26, 2009 at 8:54 amOne relived day: Bossy would be at the bus stop.
(No dog bite.)
Hokie Deb says
May 26, 2009 at 8:55 am–>Any day without work and spent with family and friends.
http://thaxtonfam.blogspot.com
corrie says
May 26, 2009 at 9:00 amAnother day with beloved grandmother in her kitchen!
P.S. Bossy made my nose tingle with tears when I read #5!
kidsmom says
May 26, 2009 at 9:00 amI don’t want to mess with fate, fortune, or God.
BOSSY says
May 26, 2009 at 9:09 amAnother day relived: one spent hiking the Swiss alps.
Daddy Scratches says
May 26, 2009 at 9:10 amWedding day … with newfound appreciation for having no kids yet.
BOSSY says
May 26, 2009 at 9:10 amBossy’s brother should have gone up to Chrissie Hynde. Instead…
Daddy Scratches says
May 26, 2009 at 9:11 am(P.S. I don’t mean I’d change anything about the day itself.)
Debby says
May 26, 2009 at 9:12 amMid 1970’s, pick any day at the lake with grandpa
BOSSY says
May 26, 2009 at 9:13 amAnother: summer, Bossy’s kid raft, sandy suit, what’s for dinner?
chocolatechic says
May 26, 2009 at 9:18 amI wouldn’t want to relive any of it, I must prefer the present.
Black Hockey Jesus says
May 26, 2009 at 9:21 amCan I have present awareness? Then my birth. Fucking sweet!
dgm says
May 26, 2009 at 9:26 amI’d relive any one of them. Each is a blessing.
bossys mom says
May 26, 2009 at 9:26 amthe day “he” walked up with flowers. Heart in hand.
jamie says
May 26, 2009 at 9:28 amThe day my ex-husband asked me to marry him.
BOSSY says
May 26, 2009 at 9:28 amAnd: canoeing with friends, late 80s, wearing short denim cut-offs.
unruly helpmeet says
May 26, 2009 at 9:44 amturning 24 – horses, roller skating party, cake, Charlie’s Angels. Ahhhhhhhhh.
BOSSY says
May 26, 2009 at 9:45 amAnother: Who needs these college applications? Bossy chooses local school.
Kirsten says
May 26, 2009 at 9:47 amNew Year 2000 in Fiji – learned I was OK alone.
Dharmamama says
May 26, 2009 at 9:47 amNewly spring, ditched classes, bought beer, much laughter & good sex
Jamie says
May 26, 2009 at 9:48 amGetting back together with college ex: year long EPIC FAIL.
tina de luxe says
May 26, 2009 at 9:50 amlast summer, thinking “ah, linger on, thou art so fair!”
Jamie says
May 26, 2009 at 9:50 amRelive the day? Dump his cheating, sorry ass for good.
vuboq says
May 26, 2009 at 9:58 amvuboq relives yesterday … without the hangover and the clingy ex.
bossys mom says
May 26, 2009 at 10:02 amand all bossys wishes would be mine too…’cept 2 swiss alps in lieu of canoeing.
BOSSY says
May 26, 2009 at 10:05 amAnother: Bossy would relive selecting puppy; she’d choose Stella again.
Patricia says
May 26, 2009 at 10:07 amany day of the first week with my incredible son
(btw, he was three then)
rockle says
May 26, 2009 at 10:13 amApril 15th 2009: a couple plus a girl equals FAMILY.
SnowWhite says
May 26, 2009 at 10:21 amFirst family vacation with all thee kids, perfection!
SherylW says
May 26, 2009 at 10:23 amThe day my son was stillborn, would do anything to hold him one more time…
Evolving says
May 26, 2009 at 10:25 amTelling mom I wouldn’t get confirmation for her. Why Not??
also???
The day I cried over “that guy”. ALL OF THEM.
JennC says
May 26, 2009 at 10:38 amThe day I bought my house. Signed, sealed, all mine.
Jenni D says
May 26, 2009 at 10:38 amI’d donate my day for SherylW’s (#34) to come true.
Kristin says
May 26, 2009 at 10:40 amThe day before my father died. I’d go visit him.
Kris says
May 26, 2009 at 10:50 amThe day I decided to go to the wrong college.
Kait says
May 26, 2009 at 10:58 amWedding Day – screw the church, we’re heading to Jamaica!
vacationjudy says
May 26, 2009 at 11:01 amDay I made sister bridesmaid instead of maid of honor.
vacationjudy says
May 26, 2009 at 11:04 ami’d erase all domestic violence growing up. Painful childhood gone.
vacationjudy says
May 26, 2009 at 11:05 amEvery day after school girls come home with great story.
vacationjudy says
May 26, 2009 at 11:07 amYesterday…ballpark, daughters, boyfriends, husband, family, coke, lots of laughter.
Teri says
May 26, 2009 at 11:07 amSitting on a park bench in Verona under the lilacs.
vacationjudy says
May 26, 2009 at 11:08 am#44, Coke with a capital C!
Donalyn says
May 26, 2009 at 11:12 amNo day I’d
live again
probably mess up the future
Lisa! says
May 26, 2009 at 11:18 amThe day i chose to cheat on my now ex-husband. (this time i would choose something different)
Suzanne says
May 26, 2009 at 11:34 amAny day with my sister, so I could tell her how much I love her. She’s gone now, but I’m hoping that she knows, because I tell her everyday.
amy says
May 26, 2009 at 11:35 amBlock Island beach day, lobsters on the deck for dinner.
jp says
May 26, 2009 at 11:45 amsunny day, kids napping, washing car with Husband,wet Mmmmmmm…………………
The Domestic Goddess says
May 26, 2009 at 11:45 amSon’s concussion which caused seizures and took his voice. POOF.
operagal says
May 26, 2009 at 11:56 am1999 moved back to Michigan from Chicago equals epic MISTAKE
operagal says
May 26, 2009 at 11:58 am#52 – that sucks, sorry it happened to you and yours
Lisa says
May 26, 2009 at 12:01 pm9/29/2001 should have INSISTED her go to the hospital!
Lisa says
May 26, 2009 at 12:02 pm9/30/2001 could have saved her life..now shes gone..4Eva..waay too young.
julie says
May 26, 2009 at 12:04 pmDitto #2: Less fuss, more fun with guests at wedding.
Well Read Hostess says
May 26, 2009 at 12:08 pmI’m going to go on ahead and predict that I’d like to relive today all over again, since I’m now guaranteed to waste this one freaking the hell out about what day I’d relive – confident that whatever day I choose will be the WRONG one and not only would I have f-ed up the original day but the re-do. Holy crap. My brain hurts and it’s noon.
Hey BHJ: Have you ever seen a live birth? You want to actually be the thing that squishes outta there? Really? I can see wanting to be in utero in the warm sleepy safe cocoon, but the exit? Hell no.
Lora says
May 26, 2009 at 12:12 pmWalking museums in Italy with my husband and baby boy.
Amelia says
May 26, 2009 at 12:18 pmThe day we refer to fondly as “Random Day”.
kim ellis says
May 26, 2009 at 12:20 pmMistakes made. No regrets. no redos. “What if” equals discontent.
kay says
May 26, 2009 at 12:22 pmI guess what they were made me what I am.
kay says
May 26, 2009 at 12:24 pmBut…
I’d enjoy being proposed to again, minus hitting the deer.
Little Miss Sunshine State says
May 26, 2009 at 12:25 pm9-13-94 with Dad. Died unexpectedly. Be able to say goodbye.
Reeb says
May 26, 2009 at 12:37 pmSuch a somber topic, Bossy! So much need for thought!
Reeb says
May 26, 2009 at 12:37 pmAny delightful outing-day with Ranger, McTavish (perfect dogz) and David.
bdaiss says
May 26, 2009 at 12:48 pmDepends….
For reliving the joy: Italy, wedding, proposal, Christmas eve with Grandma, Scrabble with Aunt.
For trying to change it: None – made choices for reason and they made me, me.
And I agree…I’d totally donate my day to #34. In a heartbeat.
Shelley says
May 26, 2009 at 12:54 pmThe day I agreed to marry my husband. Hindsight 20/20.
Meg at the Members Lounge says
May 26, 2009 at 12:57 pmLeisurely drive to Big Sur with hubby. Beach, sunshine, perfection.
Donna says
May 26, 2009 at 1:00 pmEarly dinner @ Deauville with whole family, beautiful summer day!
andrea says
May 26, 2009 at 1:13 pmthe day i met my father for the first time.
Domesic Goddess (in training) says
May 26, 2009 at 1:17 pmThis Sunday. All three kids. Water park. Really great day.
anne marie in philly says
May 26, 2009 at 1:20 pmthe day I met my friend john; song filled days!
(PS – john died 7/19/02)
Dharmamama says
May 26, 2009 at 1:28 pmThat day I was depressed for years because of HIM.
MariaV says
May 26, 2009 at 1:29 pmCopy Bossy, trade one relived day for more new days
renee in seattle says
May 26, 2009 at 1:33 pmAny of the births of my kids. So wonderful! (sniff….)
Niki in Baltimore says
May 26, 2009 at 1:39 pmDisney as a kid; not a worry in my head.
p/f says
May 26, 2009 at 1:40 pmAny warm spring day spent enjoying live music and friends.
Rorrington the Fireman says
May 26, 2009 at 2:00 pm8/14/2000: Saved guy from fire; in do-over, got his wife, too.
(And “do-over” is TOO one word. Shush.)
Dharmamama says
May 26, 2009 at 2:02 pmI would relive the day Rorrington decided not to blog.
Lisa says
May 26, 2009 at 2:16 pmAll the times I should have stood up for myself.
Jill says
May 26, 2009 at 2:18 pmCamping with Dad and Sis, cabin without electricity. Childhood perfection.
JC says
May 26, 2009 at 2:19 pmScotland, roadtrip w/ husband, most peaceful, dreamy day ever.
Sofia says
May 26, 2009 at 2:32 pmMy college graduation day with friends, family, and academic success!!
Lizzy says
May 26, 2009 at 2:32 pmI would snuggle with my newborn babies one more time.
Lizzy says
May 26, 2009 at 2:36 pm1/20/01, only day I spent with my newborn son Sam.
Kristi Young says
May 26, 2009 at 2:38 pmOne more day as a child, riding with my Dad.
Kait says
May 26, 2009 at 2:52 pmMemorial Day 2004 – Would NOT go see ‘him’! No miscarriage, no lingering damage.
November 4, 2009 – Obama elected! Unexpectedly parents via infamily adoption! Overwhelmingly joyous!!
alanaransley says
May 26, 2009 at 3:09 pmThe days that both my kids were born–too fleeting!
Tami in NY says
May 26, 2009 at 3:11 pmI would relive my wedding day to run away instead.
Jen says
May 26, 2009 at 3:16 pm30th Birthday. Flying lesson, marriage proposal, bl**dy FANTASTIC party too.
Franca Bollo says
May 26, 2009 at 3:19 pm05/22/2009 Bossy announces crush on Rayburn. Take it back! Gah!
Franca Bollo says
May 26, 2009 at 3:27 pm@No. 5 We’re all with you on that one, Bossy.
Dara says
May 26, 2009 at 4:24 pmMom, I wish I woulda made those biscuits you wanted.
Wilhelmina
April 9, 1993
Miss you everyday.
Shawn/Lifeatbuttercupfarm says
May 26, 2009 at 4:35 pmWouldn’t have been so strict about babies sleeping in crib.
Karin Gallagher says
May 26, 2009 at 4:50 pmParis, I’m 18. Summertime. Dining, sightseeing, Mozart symphony at sunset.
victoria says
May 26, 2009 at 4:57 pmDay judge signed adoption papers — life’s best part started then.
Reeb says
May 26, 2009 at 5:12 pm22, Salzburg, architecture students, discovered hazelnuss icecream, biked the Allee.
(Only without all the the insecurity / angst of 22-year-old me.)
Manic Mommy says
May 26, 2009 at 5:28 pmDo Again – July 2000 – Rome on honeymoon – Perfect day spent in The Forum/Palatine.
Undo – October 1989 – Unmeet Scott.
zelzee says
May 26, 2009 at 6:28 pmThe day ex-husband proposed so I could dump his ass.
Mr Farty says
May 26, 2009 at 7:12 pmThe day The Heartbreak Girl left. Wouldn’t kiss her. Probably.
alwyn says
May 26, 2009 at 7:13 pmReflecting makes me want to drink gin from cat bowl.
Marjorie of Connecticut says
May 26, 2009 at 7:48 pmPublic’s “Romeo and Juliet”. Dinner with Friar Lawrence afterwards. Exhilarating.
Catherine McP says
May 26, 2009 at 8:02 pmBoth daughters birth was painful, seeing grandson born?, no pain!
noe says
May 26, 2009 at 8:08 pmbon jovi. summer 06. best friend. again and again and again 🙂
jim says
May 26, 2009 at 8:31 pmThe very last day my neighbor Jen talked to me!
Stephanie says
May 26, 2009 at 8:43 pmDay Mom died; I’d fight nurses harder for pain relief.
Niki says
May 26, 2009 at 9:35 pmAny day at the farm with Grandpa. He was such a cool cat.
sugarpie says
May 26, 2009 at 9:39 pmRethought this all day. I’d be nicer to everyone, everyday.
sugarpie says
May 26, 2009 at 9:40 pmResisted at first, but thanks Bossy for inciting some reflection.
sugarpie says
May 26, 2009 at 9:42 pmSo I guess I can be stronger and nicer fromthisdayhence?
Cupcake Murphy says
May 26, 2009 at 10:05 pmDad, Hopper Exhibit—ran ahead, started at end—no crowds!
Chesapeake Bay Woman says
May 26, 2009 at 10:09 pmI would never have allowed him to enter my life.
Chesapeake Bay Woman says
May 26, 2009 at 10:09 pmBut that’s okay, now there’s more room for Kevin Bacon.
anonymous says
May 26, 2009 at 10:10 pmChoice clear. My wedding day. I would just say NO.
losing true says
May 26, 2009 at 11:48 pmAn average moment in which I unpredictably realize I’m blessed.
amy says
May 27, 2009 at 12:00 amHaving wild sex with the guy who was not ‘MM’. (Marriage Material.) Wasted fun, still kicking myself for those 3 blunders of my past.
Jenn @ Juggling Life says
May 27, 2009 at 12:42 amWith husband in Chicago alone–walked 10 miles to nowhere.
Helen says
May 27, 2009 at 2:47 am’89: I’d lean across that formica table and kiss him
RD says
May 27, 2009 at 8:59 amThree years ago when we decided to move. Still recovering.
Kelly@AChildIsBorn says
May 27, 2009 at 11:37 amSnorkeling in St. John, tipsy on Painkillers, just married, us.
Kerri Anne says
May 27, 2009 at 1:58 pmThe day my dad jumped into that river. April 15th, 1995.
Almudena says
May 27, 2009 at 3:20 pmmany days spinning in my head – too dizzy to type.
A says
May 27, 2009 at 6:46 pmLunch with Hotboss that cannot be but was so perfect.
AJMick says
May 27, 2009 at 9:04 pmAny *boring* day with Mom and Grandma; they’re gone now.
Leanne says
May 28, 2009 at 10:38 pmThe night I told him I was falling in love.
Beth says
May 31, 2009 at 10:41 pmGoodbye day w/Diane knowing she’d die before I came back.
Bechtoldlifework says
June 10, 2009 at 5:16 pmDo-over Thanksgiving 1988: This time I’d take Dad’s call.
bechtoldlifework says
June 10, 2009 at 5:21 pmRelive Peak Experience: Millennium sunrise, 01/01/00. San Jacinto Mountains. Champagne.