@MissSooner hey there! sorry it took me so long. my hoop is 100psi 3/4" gauge and is 39" in diameter. I do make and sell them, so if you would like to purchase one w/ me, email me at monaqaddoumi@gmail.com
does this hoop your using have water or anything else in it? I just got a water filled hoop and just trying to find some videos of people using similar ones.
@tofubandits this one does not have water in it. but i have one video (i think) of me w/ a water hoop... look up mona hoop ocean in the search bar and you might find it...can't remember if i removed that video or not.
you are too fantastic, one of the best hoopers i've seen. i can feel your positive energy coming straight out from your performances. thank you for being so inspiring
BLISSIN' OFF OF THIS! what inspiration and motivation! Just saw Shpongle and crew for the umpteenth time, the only music i seem to want to hoop to! teach me your skills beautiful! xoxo
I love the nature scene. What a great choice and an inspirational setting. Tell me where you got your top and your pants. Is that a crotch snap shirt? I have been looking for one of those for years and those pants are exactly what I need. I love your style girl, you keep it flowing.
ow wow ..yesss your so amazing ! wow what a rhythm ..you go GIRL ! love your moves ..where do you teach ? do you also teach online ? would be great to learn from you .hoopchica
Dorset perception (I think) was my first Shpongle song ever, so you can imagine how excited I was to see great hooping to a great song :) If I ever come through to the Maine area I'm totally lookin you up to hoop with.
Are you going to Waka this year? Simons doing a set I believe. ;)
Hi Mona! you are amazing! I did this video of Boom Festival 2010, only i ran out of battery and couldn't charge it during the festival!
So this is just the day before the festival began... about a week after uploading, I discovered you on youtube! These hoopers have a long way to go really.
@mr227708 my hoop is 100psi 3/4" gauge and 39" in diameter, I do make and sell them, so if you are interested in purchasing one from me, just email me at monaqaddoumi@gmail.com
What a energie ! Amazing girl, you will inspire a lot of people with this, Thank you for sharing youre talent with the world. Me : a girl from holland understands the passion but will never get to youre level of performance. , If you are ever in the netherlands , please tell, i would love to see a live performance of youre skills!
I've been watching your channel for about a year now; this remains one of my favorite videos. You're so inspiring and graceful; watching you always make me want to push to let go and move in new ways.
mona, this is absolutely stunning <3 I love your shpongled inspiration. when I hoop and listen to shpongle it releases some inner animal I was not even aware of. happy hooping mama! hoops and hugs xoxo ness
I have watched several of your video's and I have to ask you this as a hooper I am curious how did you build up your speed and I know you are the most creative person I have ever seen but to me your like a goddess I wish to some day be... any tips for me I would really appreciate.. I been watching other videos and trying to find my own thing but I still have what I see as my base.. so I really havent come to my own
When I become a famous photographer, I want you to do something like this for my opening receptions. you married? lol-slightly joking of course! I enjoy the videos.
Thanks a lot. 2:10 is another one of those things where I think to myself "I wonder if I could do this, never seen it before." Well, it's doable, it's right there at 2:10 :)
I love love love love love this one! I watch it a least once a week (a bit obsessive) and I never get bored of it..but it looks like you're having soooo much fun Love it love it love it love it! I LOVE this track too!
he hoops I use really vary. They tend to be a little bigger than average. 2 are 38", my LED hoop is 37" I have a mini body hoop that is 27", my doubles are 33" and I have a hoop given to me by Khan and it's (I think) 35" maybe 36". In the video above I use one of my 38". It's the lighter one of the two...I think it is 150 psi...pretty soft tubing. I like the larger ones for slow hooping b/c it accentuates my body movement for a more dramatic/dancey affect.
Mate, I have never ever ever ever ever evr ever ever evre ever ever seen anything like this, you are frickin bonkers. You look like you were born with a hoop around your waist. If ever I have ever seen a person on this here planet born to hoop......you are it. Mate, I love hooping, and i am not that bad but my god, you are on another planet. You look like you dont even have to practice you just pick it up and POW!!!!!!!!!!! I think I actually love you xxxxxxxxxx no......... really x
WOW. uh... wow. Amazing flow. I'll be keeping this video on the inspiration list. Definitely one of my favorite hoopers to watch, and tons of explosive energy in this one. It might be good to contrast some slow stuff in there just to see how incredibly freakin' fast you're hooping there. Gees. Also love to see how you move through all of your sustained spins.
Wow! How did I miss this one? It's been awhile since I've seen you, M, but you are nailing it as always. Quite the speed demon in this episode. ;-)
I particularly loved the shoulder stalls and (of course) the handless vertical step-throughs. And your hair and outfit are fab! Gosh, I miss you, hoop dancing lady.
you do a great job with that hoop! do you have any tips for hooping on your chest? i can get it up there (sorta) but i can't seem to keep it up there!
Chest hooping is definitely one of the more difficult things to master. I try and make the most exaggerated slouching and 'standing up straight' motions. It's all about bending your back front to back. Hope that helps/makes sense
I love when you are stepping through the hoop and not using your hands, that is sick! Something else I just realized is that it is really fun to watch your hair fly around as you spin! Enjoy your trip!
ow ow hoop momma! So unique and beautiful! How do you do that galoppy move (made that word up i know) WITH NO HANDS!!?? And I love that half front and half back roll.....Mwahhh! Maybe some day we will get to hoop play together :) my natural flow is very slow so it would be amazing to learn from a high energy girl like yourself!
Looks like shes kinda flipping the hoop up with her thigh each time and ducking through. DAMN it looks hard, she is insanely good. I wish I were that bendy lol
holy WOW! your energy is so powerful! you are so fast and strong! what a true & powerful Hoop Goddess you are!!! you are a true inspiration for me!!! :48 behind the back under arm toss is sick! all your shoulder duck outs are so dOpe! 3:13 step out-SICK! 3:41 the eagle roll with a turn!! creative!! beautiful hoop location too. You rhoop skills are so fun to watch! great beautiful powerful flow!!! rad video thanks for sharing babe!!!! YUMMMM!
You are pure insanity with that hoop! WOW! I can't believe some of those moves, I've never seen a no-handed step through before, absolutely amazing! I love this video
HOLY !#%&#@ING HOOPER! Shit is ILL!!!!! I've never seen a hands-free step through, and your barrel rolll-type sky angle duck outs are SIIIIIIIIICK.. someone's been working! You go girl, i love it!
Amazing everythoing in this vid. Whats the song name and artist? Lovely outdoors you have so many moves that are unique like the ones mentioned above and at 2:58 one leg yoga positions.This is going to be put into my favs. and I give it a 5.
I'm always inspired by your whole-heart, whole-body style of hooping! And oh yes that step through @ 2:20 is INSANE!!! The turning chest roll @ 3:41 is also a stunner.
I watched this vid over 3 months ago and it's still my favorite hoop video..
beautiful hooping and scenery... (also turned me on to shpongle!!)
very inspiring, thank you:):)
hoopziedaizy 4 months ago
What type of hoop do you use... diameter, weight, etc... and where can I get one? The hoop I have now is just not working out for me very well.
MissSooner 5 months ago
@MissSooner hey there! sorry it took me so long. my hoop is 100psi 3/4" gauge and is 39" in diameter. I do make and sell them, so if you would like to purchase one w/ me, email me at monaqaddoumi@gmail.com
ShpongledHoops 5 months ago
Wow. Wowwowwowwowwowwowwow!
Are you going to India or Sweden any time soon?
Or Fusion festival next year?
tordyveln 6 months ago
does this hoop your using have water or anything else in it? I just got a water filled hoop and just trying to find some videos of people using similar ones.
tofubandits 7 months ago
@tofubandits this one does not have water in it. but i have one video (i think) of me w/ a water hoop... look up mona hoop ocean in the search bar and you might find it...can't remember if i removed that video or not.
ShpongledHoops 5 months ago
so beautiful!!! <3
dublibas 7 months ago
you are awesome :)
varunkorn 7 months ago
mesmerizing. your energy is beautiful. so inspiring thank you
linzjane311 7 months ago
you are too fantastic, one of the best hoopers i've seen. i can feel your positive energy coming straight out from your performances. thank you for being so inspiring
TiNYKITTIES 8 months ago
This is the most beautiful thing! I want to learn :)
Jennix16 8 months ago
what's the name of the song?
Kateecibinum 8 months ago
BLISSIN' OFF OF THIS! what inspiration and motivation! Just saw Shpongle and crew for the umpteenth time, the only music i seem to want to hoop to! teach me your skills beautiful! xoxo
LadyziLtr0n 8 months ago
boah!
KKuttner 8 months ago
Wow!
iratherbeinaz 9 months ago
thanks to you. i bought some hoops. and im learning now :D
kwissie2 9 months ago
This is exactly how I want to hoop! Love your energy girl....WOW! ;-)
jackflap83 9 months ago
SHOT O YER HOOP!!!!!!!!!!!
TheGedhed 9 months ago
I love the nature scene. What a great choice and an inspirational setting. Tell me where you got your top and your pants. Is that a crotch snap shirt? I have been looking for one of those for years and those pants are exactly what I need. I love your style girl, you keep it flowing.
JessicaRK12 10 months ago
ow wow ..yesss your so amazing ! wow what a rhythm ..you go GIRL ! love your moves ..where do you teach ? do you also teach online ? would be great to learn from you .hoopchica
savonite 10 months ago
You have such a happy face on you. I can tell you really enjoy this!!
ruby18dooby 10 months ago
transitions are a little long, kind irritating. But you wowed me and I've been hooping for a good 6 months.
ruby18dooby 10 months ago
you are amazing
and where did you get your pants haha
morrow222 11 months ago
you..are...my idol... <3!
m3t4lb4b3 11 months ago
performance 9 of 10 :) bat its still fantasticly well done :) a few mistakes :) + whats the name of song ?? i really like it ?
LAskeHosting 1 year ago
performance 9 of 10 :) bat its still fantasticly well done :) a few mistakes :)
LAskeHosting 1 year ago
wow in the nicest way possible, you are a hoop lunatic :D so much energy!! you'll go anywhere you want good energy posted at ya!
austinsmojo2 1 year ago
You are really amazing. Are you available for marraige? LOL :oP
jkial500 1 year ago
This is awesome.
Dorset perception (I think) was my first Shpongle song ever, so you can imagine how excited I was to see great hooping to a great song :) If I ever come through to the Maine area I'm totally lookin you up to hoop with.
Are you going to Waka this year? Simons doing a set I believe. ;)
dogensays0 1 year ago
Hi Mona! you are amazing! I did this video of Boom Festival 2010, only i ran out of battery and couldn't charge it during the festival!
So this is just the day before the festival began... about a week after uploading, I discovered you on youtube! These hoopers have a long way to go really.
I'm hoping they will be inspired by you :)
blakkfox 1 year ago
Wouuuu :O! Will u teach me?? =)
i can allready imagine myself with a glowing hoop on a Shpongle concert =)
APokeInTheEye 1 year ago
What diameter of hoop do you use? Do you make your own...if not who do you buy from? Do you fire hoop (if so, who do you get those hoops from?)
mr227708 1 year ago
@mr227708 my hoop is 100psi 3/4" gauge and 39" in diameter, I do make and sell them, so if you are interested in purchasing one from me, just email me at monaqaddoumi@gmail.com
ShpongledHoops 5 months ago
Me encanta, y gracias a ti eh podido aprender mas y mas :) !!!
Tuteelove 1 year ago
omg this is amazing where did u learn to hoop like that i have been practicing for ever and i still suck! teach meeee!
Besassy118 1 year ago
@Besassy118 I would love to teach you! I do online lessons through SKYPE for $20/hr. just email me... monaqaddoumi@gmail.com
ShpongledHoops 1 year ago
AMAZING! love, love, loveee everything :)
FlowerInspired 1 year ago
YOU ARE A COMPLETE BEAST AT HOOPING. One of the best I've seen videos of so far.
Definitely got some inspiration from this video. You did so many awesome things with your hoop!
elizabethpierce1 1 year ago
That was great I loved it. Cool music to.
smeghead68 1 year ago
what size and kind of hoop?
kolbywhite1 1 year ago
omg, wht is tht shoulder thing that you do? its amazing!
vg2290 1 year ago
i looveee the no handed step through!! you've got such talent and i love watching you :)
ShpongledLizard 1 year ago
please film yourself in high def!!
4jencookie 1 year ago
What a energie ! Amazing girl, you will inspire a lot of people with this, Thank you for sharing youre talent with the world. Me : a girl from holland understands the passion but will never get to youre level of performance. , If you are ever in the netherlands , please tell, i would love to see a live performance of youre skills!
sanna27 1 year ago
only hooping for 3 years!!?? it looks like you have your whole life.... was it difficult? must have taken a lot of practice :) your very good
marystannard 1 year ago
this one of my favs mona :) love the shpongle and love your style. watching you helps me figure out my own hoopular style, keep it up lady!
HoopularLady922 1 year ago
Wow. I'm speechless. Amazing.
Whatsername4224 1 year ago
I've been watching your channel for about a year now; this remains one of my favorite videos. You're so inspiring and graceful; watching you always make me want to push to let go and move in new ways.
MultiWhips 1 year ago
I want to learn hula hoop dance :P !! , you are Impressive!!
d4ni3141 1 year ago
mona, this is absolutely stunning <3 I love your shpongled inspiration. when I hoop and listen to shpongle it releases some inner animal I was not even aware of. happy hooping mama! hoops and hugs xoxo ness
NYCsourD86 1 year ago
this is STILL my fav hooping vid ever. :)
agillustration 1 year ago
That was magikal!!!!
kacieatdenrodotca 1 year ago
amazing, truly it's ur style not the hoop. B E A u TI fulllllll
shpongled2012 1 year ago
I have watched several of your video's and I have to ask you this as a hooper I am curious how did you build up your speed and I know you are the most creative person I have ever seen but to me your like a goddess I wish to some day be... any tips for me I would really appreciate.. I been watching other videos and trying to find my own thing but I still have what I see as my base.. so I really havent come to my own
RiaHoopAleenaDeeLite 1 year ago
When I become a famous photographer, I want you to do something like this for my opening receptions. you married? lol-slightly joking of course! I enjoy the videos.
21jtk 1 year ago
I would love to! and not married, but in a relationship ;)
ShpongledHoops 1 year ago
Great song choice. Dorset Perception by Shpongle. Killer moves too. I've seen some intense hoopers, but none quite as good as you.
warpedoutside 1 year ago
Teach me your ways! O8
taylorinchains 1 year ago
sick sister sick! I love that you change up your moves as much as you do as fast as you do! I hope I'm as good as you are someday
Siviaknows 1 year ago
Also, how do you build up the endurance to hoop that intensely for that long? You must have some crazy stamina! How long have you been hooping for?
lacrls 1 year ago
breathing exercises...yoga helps A LOT! I've been hoopin' for 3 years
ShpongledHoops 1 year ago
@ShpongledHoops only 3 years ... waw it seems like u're born with a hoop around the waist!!!
how often do u practice?
dannythedoll 11 months ago
@ShpongledHoops really? I've only been hooping for 1 year... and I can do every trick you did in this video.. guess I'm just A fast learner... hmm...
Dutruex 7 months ago
This one is your best !!!!!
You've got me hooping to Shpongle- but, where can you get their stuff? FYE and iTunes are not COOL enough to carry it!?!?!
GothFaery65 1 year ago
What's the song? Awesome vid :D
lacrls 1 year ago
@lacrls thanks! the song is Dorset Perception by Shpongle
ShpongledHoops 1 year ago
Thanks a lot. 2:10 is another one of those things where I think to myself "I wonder if I could do this, never seen it before." Well, it's doable, it's right there at 2:10 :)
xxpluckyxx 1 year ago
ur a badass
Grimsby2162 1 year ago
I love love love love love this one! I watch it a least once a week (a bit obsessive) and I never get bored of it..but it looks like you're having soooo much fun Love it love it love it love it! I LOVE this track too!
PsychdelicFunkMonkey 1 year ago
That was amazing. You are one with the centrifugal force.
anjelkitty 1 year ago
Wow...that was awesome. Even better than your Arcadia Magik one, and that one was great.
I'm gonna go see Shpongle in a few weeks. Can't wait.
axleblaze 1 year ago
You are so awesome!!! What is the weight/size of your hoop? You are the best hooper I have ever seen!
JesseyMoHoopster 1 year ago
he hoops I use really vary. They tend to be a little bigger than average. 2 are 38", my LED hoop is 37" I have a mini body hoop that is 27", my doubles are 33" and I have a hoop given to me by Khan and it's (I think) 35" maybe 36". In the video above I use one of my 38". It's the lighter one of the two...I think it is 150 psi...pretty soft tubing. I like the larger ones for slow hooping b/c it accentuates my body movement for a more dramatic/dancey affect.
ShpongledHoops 1 year ago
Looooove this video!Trick at 0:48 is fuckin AMAZING!!!!0_0
hippiehulahoop 1 year ago
wow. truly amazing. Keep it up girl :)
CarlieDC528 1 year ago
brilliant
spiderbabyspider 1 year ago
You mesmerise me...
stateofember 1 year ago
Not only are you amazing, but I love how much fun you're having!
betherann 1 year ago
I LOVE those pants, and great hoop skills too. That combined with shpongle is just epic. Thanx for the video :)
Boogieforme 1 year ago
i love people so much!
tinashriller 2 years ago
AWESOME!! You rule, Mona!
ribanafish 2 years ago
wow simply amazing you are a wonder to watch
nicnox 2 years ago
Brilliant, feirce and fearless. Love your high energy and willingness to take risks.
therealsoyboy 2 years ago
JAH-geous!
RighteousLioness 2 years ago
Thanks for making the world a little more Beautiful!
ZephyrWolfHealing 2 years ago
i think im in love!! that was amazing, the most awesome video i have ever seen
xxEmiko 2 years ago
@xxEmiko am in love 2....
theiceman74 1 year ago
wow! you are awesome. this vid is sooo HOT!
xxEmiko 2 years ago
Mate, I have never ever ever ever ever evr ever ever evre ever ever seen anything like this, you are frickin bonkers. You look like you were born with a hoop around your waist. If ever I have ever seen a person on this here planet born to hoop......you are it. Mate, I love hooping, and i am not that bad but my god, you are on another planet. You look like you dont even have to practice you just pick it up and POW!!!!!!!!!!! I think I actually love you xxxxxxxxxx no......... really x
Soulspin84 2 years ago
Sorry about the late response, but thank you very much!
ShpongledHoops 2 years ago
You listen to spongle :O AND you are art on your own..
congratulations! As i said.. you are a piece of art.. i'm gonna go onnow and watchsome more videos. thx and keepit up :)
big up! =)
CopsAreFaggots 2 years ago
You have so much energy! I love how you are constantly moving and flowing from one move to the next. Great style!
TheHoopBoy 2 years ago
gorgeous energetic hooping with some striking moves. really enjoy your loose fluid motion.
blackieblackburne999 2 years ago
You are such an inspiration! I love watching you dance. I wish you lived closer to me (I live in San Diego). What size hoop do you use?
IamHoopDeva 2 years ago
simply awesome.
Flyup7 2 years ago
I am in awe!!! You are so inspiring and so full of positive energy!
AuraHoops 2 years ago
holy shit woman.
hollyrhoads 2 years ago
holy freakin cow dude that vertical step through you did with your knee was amazing amazing.!
hoopsaway420 2 years ago
WOW. uh... wow. Amazing flow. I'll be keeping this video on the inspiration list. Definitely one of my favorite hoopers to watch, and tons of explosive energy in this one. It might be good to contrast some slow stuff in there just to see how incredibly freakin' fast you're hooping there. Gees. Also love to see how you move through all of your sustained spins.
kentbye 2 years ago
Wow! How did I miss this one? It's been awhile since I've seen you, M, but you are nailing it as always. Quite the speed demon in this episode. ;-)
I particularly loved the shoulder stalls and (of course) the handless vertical step-throughs. And your hair and outfit are fab! Gosh, I miss you, hoop dancing lady.
lambdatronic 2 years ago
you do a great job with that hoop! do you have any tips for hooping on your chest? i can get it up there (sorta) but i can't seem to keep it up there!
MissAhroarah 2 years ago
Chest hooping is definitely one of the more difficult things to master. I try and make the most exaggerated slouching and 'standing up straight' motions. It's all about bending your back front to back. Hope that helps/makes sense
ShpongledHoops 2 years ago
thank you!
jendlove 2 years ago
simply fantastic, as always...wazzz up mona!?!?dont have any news from you since ages!!!
steisakeno 2 years ago
You really got a following monizzle. U came a long way!
terryballsface 2 years ago
at the two min mark holy cow thats just amzing those step throughs! great to see you post a new video i always enjoythem<3
ladylambhulla 2 years ago
picking my jaw up from the floor - sublime!!
maddiebelfry 2 years ago
hahaa monz you are way too quick for the camera!! such mastery.. so. fucking. sick. :)
nattyingredients 2 years ago
I love when you are stepping through the hoop and not using your hands, that is sick! Something else I just realized is that it is really fun to watch your hair fly around as you spin! Enjoy your trip!
Kerry
kayetech 2 years ago
thank you for sharing this, you are true incredible. and it is soooo adorable when you nail a trick, you get this super big smile on your face.
tweezer05 2 years ago
Holy crap, this is simply amazing.
denalynn2001 2 years ago
ow ow hoop momma! So unique and beautiful! How do you do that galoppy move (made that word up i know) WITH NO HANDS!!?? And I love that half front and half back roll.....Mwahhh! Maybe some day we will get to hoop play together :) my natural flow is very slow so it would be amazing to learn from a high energy girl like yourself!
sensesublimity 2 years ago
Looks like shes kinda flipping the hoop up with her thigh each time and ducking through. DAMN it looks hard, she is insanely good. I wish I were that bendy lol
zeldagoblin 2 years ago
great video,...look forward to more....the music fits your hooping style
RichardGSO3 2 years ago
holy WOW! your energy is so powerful! you are so fast and strong! what a true & powerful Hoop Goddess you are!!! you are a true inspiration for me!!! :48 behind the back under arm toss is sick! all your shoulder duck outs are so dOpe! 3:13 step out-SICK! 3:41 the eagle roll with a turn!! creative!! beautiful hoop location too. You rhoop skills are so fun to watch! great beautiful powerful flow!!! rad video thanks for sharing babe!!!! YUMMMM!
Groovinmegzz 2 years ago
wow 2:00 crazyyyy
soularfunk 2 years ago
You are pure insanity with that hoop! WOW! I can't believe some of those moves, I've never seen a no-handed step through before, absolutely amazing! I love this video
purplecandycanes 2 years ago
Wow, amazing. You've really refined your style over the summer. Keep it up!!!
veskris 2 years ago
Beautiful outfit, contrasts nicely with surroundings but of course most amazing are your moves & flow! Spellbinding as usual! :)
amdsunshine 2 years ago
respect!
esecially for the roll-over-move with turning at 3:40!!!
thats crazy...you give me a lot of inspiration..thanks for sharing this vid!!
elenaKpunkt 2 years ago
Stunning!! Love the colours, the action, the moves in this video.... Awesome!
leapintohoops 2 years ago
Oh and it looks stunning ♥ the colours etc ♥ Your very present presence ♥ You will always be one of my favorite hoopers of all time Mona ♥
sharnarose 2 years ago
Ridiculous Mona ♥ I love the no handed step through and the super shoulder moves ♥ What size hoop are you using in this vid, just out of interest?
sharnarose 2 years ago
Was that for real? My mind keeps spinning...got tired just watching it. This girl is mind blowing.
123martyna 2 years ago
HOLY !#%&#@ING HOOPER! Shit is ILL!!!!! I've never seen a hands-free step through, and your barrel rolll-type sky angle duck outs are SIIIIIIIIICK.. someone's been working! You go girl, i love it!
erinlipe 2 years ago
Holy crud! The no hands step through is incredible. Nice nice nice!
neonemu 2 years ago
Sick!! Incredible flow and your new tricks are insane!!!!!!
sugarmagnolia72 2 years ago
YOU ARE INCREDIBLE!!!!! wow!!!
TwistedHoop 2 years ago
Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous! x
OhNoo74 2 years ago
Amazing everythoing in this vid. Whats the song name and artist? Lovely outdoors you have so many moves that are unique like the ones mentioned above and at 2:58 one leg yoga positions.This is going to be put into my favs. and I give it a 5.
stringsdiving 2 years ago
The artist is Shpongle, song is Dorset Perception. Great song I learned about Shpongle from her earlier vids :)
veskris 2 years ago 2
I'm always inspired by your whole-heart, whole-body style of hooping! And oh yes that step through @ 2:20 is INSANE!!! The turning chest roll @ 3:41 is also a stunner.
circularl0gic 2 years ago
so unique!
lealynp 2 years ago
continuous step through with out the hands! I don't believe I just saw that! You never cease to amaze!
--Laura
ssuperdorkwad 2 years ago