history: I recall there was a time when great misfortune fell upon me - it actually happened this morning. I stubbed my toe when getting out of the shower and I was absolutely devastated that my toe's feeling were hurt 
current: Have you ever stubbed your toe before? I did this morning when I got out of the shower and it felt like my life flashed before my eyes.
next: It is one the worst pains. You would think we'd keep our toes more protected