Author: Connie Perez

For 400. In February of 2012, when I set out to post weekly writings that focused on gratitude, I didn’t think I would still be at it seven and a half years later. My intention was to share with you something for which I was thankful that day, and in the process maybe prompt you…

That we always have something to give. As you know, during the last few weeks, I’ve been fundraising for the St. Jude kids. A lot of you have donated, and I am so grateful to you. But, today, I just want to put out there that our supporting a cause and helping others is not…

For what points me true north. In 1925, in his weekly newspaper, Mahatma Gandhi once published a list referred to as The Seven Social Sins. The list was first mentioned in a sermon delivered by Anglican priest, Frederick Lewis Donaldon, and it mentions seven factors that harm society: Wealth without work. Pleasure without conscience. Knowledge…

For parental gardening. A couple of nights ago, I was giving my daughter some suggestions and advice on a topic we’ve discussed many times before, and the following exchange took place: Lauren:  “I know, I know, you’ve told me that, and that’s what I’m doing.” Me:        “Fine, but I will continue to remind you….

For opportunities to make a difference. We really don’t have to wait for such opportunities to come knocking at the door. There is so much help needed out there. All we have to do is look around us and we’ll find them. Today I bring this one right to your virtual doorstep: The opportunity to…

For time to prepare. I think those of us living in hurricane-prone areas can be thankful for advances in predicting the course of these storms.  New technology in satellite imagery and computer modeling is making it possible for meteorologists to alert us with ample time, so we can secure our homes and go out and…

For that intoxicating scent. Please find me perfume that smells like café! We know smells can trigger all sorts of feelings and conjure up sharp recollection. The scent of Cuban coffee does that for me. Especially in the morning. My hubby is the cafecito maker at home. And a darn good one at that. When…

For shots of positivity. Have recent events made it difficult for you to be positive and stay hopeful about the future? That is a YES for me. Some days I feel like I need a positivity injection (make that an IV) to make it through the day. But my local drug store doesn’t sell any….

For that one room. For us, that one room is our kitchen. It is the hub of our family. It is not particularly the largest space for entertaining at home but, despite its modest size and closed-plan design, it is where most of our social interaction happens. It’s not my cooking, trust me. It is…