In All My Born Days
“Never in all my born days have I seen such a thing.” In our neck of the woods, we used to hear people make such statements.
I don’t remember ever saying it. However, I thought something similar the first time I saw Niagara Falls. A right smart of water rolls over those falls.
In all my born days means in all my life.
It refers to what we:
- See
- Hear
- Feel
- Experience
What happened is totally new.
An event never experienced in all my born days often results in surprise or shock.
I have not heard or read this expression for years. Yet I love the unique way it conveys people’s reactions.
It reminds me of conversations on the old Beverly Hillbillies television show.
Have you ever heard anyone use this expression?
If so, do you remember who said it or where? I am curious about its use in other areas. Thank you in advance for taking the time to comment.
“Let the rivers clap their hands, let the mountains sing together for joy” (Psalm 98:8 NIV).
Thanks to Kristy Horine for the suggestion.
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12 thoughts on “In All My Born Days”
I haven’t used this one much lately but sure heard it a lot growing up. My dad’s generation saw perhaps the greatest technological changes, from automobiles to space vehicles. Mama used to use this phrase a lot whenever dad would share a new discovery in Scientific American or one of the other magazines he would read nightly.
Changes during those days were amazing, weren’t they, J.D.? Although an old expression, I appreciate it’s unique twist of words.
I’ve heard it many times, but I don’t remember who used it. Sounds like a good ol’ Southern expression.
I thought it might be used in your area too, Tracy. Thank you.
I’ve heard that one a lot in my life. I haven’t used the saying much, but I remember my parents and other family members saying that phrase. 🙂 Have a blessed week!
Your experience sounds similar to mine, Melissa. Thank you for sharing.
Yes, I have heard it but not lately.
Thanks for bringing it to light.
Most people are with you, Beckham. They have heard it but not recently.
I have heard this expression used, Diana, but I’m with J. D. on this one. I think it was more common in our parents’ and grandparents’ generations. It’s a great saying, though, especially when something truly amazes us. Blessings!
That seems to be the consensus, Martha. I agree that it’s a great expression even though I’ve never used it. Have a wonderful week!
Barney Fife and Andy Griffith used this expression in the episode of Opie getting a black eye. They’d never seen one like it in all their born days and thought it was a beaut!
I love the Andy Griffith show, Kim, but I had forgotten they used this expression in that episode. I will pay close attention if I see it again. Thank you for the smile.