Tell us: did you have a momentous life experience during the solar eclipse?

Perhaps you got engaged, married, gave birth, or enjoyed a random act of kindness

In August this year, many people stopped to witness the breathtaking solar eclipse.

Some peered through colanders to see the rare celestial event or joined friends and family to enjoy this special moment.

For others, it was a backdrop to a momentous life event. Perhaps you got engaged, married or even gave birth during the eclipse? Or maybe you had an extraordinary encounter with nature or enjoyed a memorable random act of kindness.

We’d like to hear your stories of extraordinary experiences during the solar eclipse. We would also love to see your pictures of these momentous moments.