What a fun memory!

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Some new for me expressions and words: within an inch of its life. Does this mean being old?

The mere sight of it made me joyous. Why joyous not joyful? I thought joyous was related to events, while joyful to people's feelings.

‘goo goo eyed wonder’ I understand what that means - just a
funny expression

derision why not just contempt? What is the difference?