When I was in high school, I took a class specifically on journaling and it was So Much Fun. Or at least it was for me since I’m a writer. But I suspect it will be fun for you too. Because everyone likes taking inventory of the little things and the big things, right? I haven’t kept a journal–other than a log of my yoga practice–since my son was born 15 years ago :). So when I stumbled upon the 52 Lists Project book, a year of weekly journaling inspiration by Moorea Seal, I thought it would be one way to inspire both me and you, dear reader, to reflect.

This week’s list:

List the Difficult Moments in Your Past That Have Shaped You For the Better

1. When our son was small, my husband worked out of state in two week stretches for a couple of years. Two weeks away then home for a weekend and so on and so forth. I learned how to ask for help.
2. This winter I was diagnosed with an invasive squamous carcinoma on my scalp, which required surgery and a full skin graft. I learned how much I love life. I learned to listen to my intuition. I learned I am not invincible.

Your turn: what were your difficult moments? If you’re not comfortable leaving a comment, email me! jennifer@kitchenserf.com

An out of town husband and skin cancer are two of the difficult moments in my life. I include a photo of my handwritten list because I need handwriting practice! I spend much of my life on a keyboard these days whether laptop or iphone. There is nothing so precious to me as handwriting on cards and notes from loved ones who’ve passed. So I want to keep my hand in it, so to speak.