How many times have you heard that? Also, when you hear it, what do you do with the phrase that follows?
If you have children you may hear something similar, "That was the best pizza ever, or that was the greatest cartoon ever." It tends to be one of the trendy new tags place on every experience. So, I tend to disregard such superlative exclamations because I know about a child's tastes and limited comparison history. Children are still in that process of discovery and as adults/parents we celebrate their discovery but we know there is more.
However, when I hear a similar phrase from a well aged, seasoned adult I listen differently. The subject could simply be a restaurant or recent book so as a result I make a mental note about it. Yet, when it is a comment about an experience or a personal memory I listen with more attention. The history of such a well, lived life has many comparable circumstances to pull from and when one stands out as the best, well, then it may well be. There is often a simplicity to the experience and a sense of character that is appreciated. Often referred to as the "good ole days," there is good reason they were "good."
Take some time to listen to someone wiser this week and you may hear about one of the "best ever's…" for you to consider as your own personal history matures. Also, the future holds some of the best days to come so as you look back and listen, dream forward.