cherished

An cherished thing or person is someone or something that's deeply loved and cared for.

The word "cherished" often shows how much someone values their relationships. For example, parents might say they cherish their time with their children. It can also mean holding something dear - like a favorite book or a happy memory. When you hear someone say "this experience was cherished", it usually means they thought about it warmly for a long time afterwards and were grateful to have had it happen.