People experience all kinds of adversity in life. There are personal experiences, such as illness, loss of a loved one, abuse, bullying, job loss, and financial instability. There is the shared reality of tragic events in the news, such as terrorist attacks, mass shootings, and natural disasters. People have to learn to cope with and work through very challenging life experiences. This is a short sharp stab at giving children and grandchildren some insight into life's challenges. It is meant to stimulate discussion in families about the past, present, and future, but especially about their future if they are to successfully navigate the many unseen obstacles ahead, on their way to a better life.People experience all kinds of adversity in life. There are personal experiences, such as illness, loss of a loved one, abuse, bullying, job loss, and financial instability. There is the shared reality of tragic events in the news, such as terrorist attacks, mass shootings, and natural disasters. People have to learn to cope with and work through very challenging life experiences. This is a short sharp stab at giving children and grandchildren some insight into life's challenges. It is meant to stimulate discussion in families about the past, present, and future, but especially abou