The Diarist Entry Prompt: Tell Us About That One Talent You Had

Summary

The Diarist Entry invites readers to reflect on their past or present talents, encouraging them to share their stories and consider revisiting dormant skills or developing new ones.

Abstract

The article titled "The Diarist Entry: Tell Us About That One Talent You Had…or Have?" is a reflective piece that prompts readers to explore their relationship with talents they once possessed or currently have. The author recounts their own journey, initially aspiring to be a fashion designer or makeup artist, excelling in art and languages at school, but ultimately becoming a teacher. The narrative takes a turn when the author rekindles their passion for sewing and art, influenced by personal life events and the pandemic. The article poses thought-provoking questions about the nature of talent, the reasons behind abandoning certain skills, and the potential for rediscovery or growth. It also provides instructions for submitting personal stories to "The Diarist" and expresses anticipation for reader contributions.

Opinions

The author believes in the rediscovery of talents, as evidenced by their return to sewing and art.
There

The Diarist Entry : Tell Us About That One Talent You Had…or Have?

Alright, so check this out — once upon a time in my teens I wanted to be a fashion designer or make-up artist. I could draw well, and at school design and technology and art were my thing in a major way. (Along with English, Spanish, and French of course.)

Fast forward, life took over and my dream never manifested in this direction. I went on to be a secondary school (high school) teacher, and let go of dreams of living the life of an artist.

That was until just before I had my son, I started to sew again, bought a sewing machine, re-learned how to read dressmaking patterns, and bonded with my mum over her talent and love for making clothes she had also when she was alive.

At the start of the pandemic around 2020, when we had serious lockdowns and social distancing, I started an online art course. Yes, you guessed it, my skill in drawing and painting came back, I’ve not stopped since. My partner loves to paint and so naturally we both fell into this hobby of drawing and water colour painting together.

For this week’s The Diarist entry writing prompt:

What’s a forgotten or hidden talent you have, or had at one point in your life? What’s the ‘story’ about this talent or skill?

Or what new talent would you like to develop, if you had all the time in the world?

Why did you stop using or working on any talent(s) you have, or had?

Have you thought of going back to your talent or skill?

How did you discover you had this talent or skill?

What makes someone talented in your view anyway?

How to submit your entry:

It’s an open question, take it how it resonates and apply it as you feel fit to you and your diary entry. If you wish to submit a diary entry to us, check out the submission page for full details here on this link.

The Diarist is the place where essays, journal prompts, reflections, day-to-day experiences, and deep thoughts are shared and celebrated. Diary writers from all walks of life, and every corner of the world tell their stories one thought at a time, in a classic diarist style.

Have you thought of going back to your talent or skill?

For previous Diarist entry prompts check out here on this link. You’re welcome to submit responses to these too.

Can’t wait to read your entry!

Thanks for your readership, I hope my writing gave you something to think about. If I’ve caught you in a good mood or you’re feeling kind, you can buy me a cup of herbal tea here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MeAndMyMuse.

Do you have something to write about you think would be welcomed here at The Diarist? Check out the submissions page — let’s see it! Follow us to discover your favourite Diarists.