Author: Connie Perez

For personal safety. Things are so crazy nowadays that it feels like we’re not safe anywhere, no matter how cautious we are. The uncertainty of our daily safety can drive one crazy, if we let it, mainly if it’s the well-being of our kids that we are mostly concerned about. They, of course, feel invincible,…

For those who risk their lives. Currently, the over 14,000 firefighters working around the clock to tackle the18 major fires that are burning across thousands of square miles throughout California. Also to the doctors, nurses, police officers, first responders and local residents helping in the rescue and care for the injured. My heart goes out…

Dare to make a difference. Join the RxfortheSoul team on September 22nd for the Miami St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and supporters from across the nation will come together to raise money for the kids of St. Jude. You can walk or run the 5k (3.1 miles)…

For stress relievers. Here’s my list of stress busters: -Watching our cat Nelly being Nelly -Lounging on the patio swing -Planning travel (even if within a 10-mile radius) -Family group hugs -A good laugh with my hubby right before falling asleep -Cracking my knuckles…aaaahhhh -Working out in my pajamas (putting on my workout clothes early…

For our children’s great friendships. Growing up, both my husband’s home and mine were always open to our friends. Often, they could be found at the kitchen table eating our Moms’ cooking or just hanging out. They were friends from school, church, and work, and they were always welcome. At times, I’d come home and…

For those who risk their lives for others. The Thai soccer boys, their coach, and the rescuers are all out of the cave safely. Thank YOU, Lord!  And we can also thank the many men and women who worked tirelessly to rescue this group. For their skill and bravery, we are grateful. Also, we pray for the Navy…

Grateful for others’ joys. We all know how bad life can suck at times, and that none of us is exempt. Much of my daily prayers are said for friends and family who are going through a rough patch, be it health reasons or financial burdens, or workplace challenges, you name it. So when I…

For a dose of sanity. But how do we preserve it when the inhabitants of this planet have all gone mad? Apparently, it’s not bad enough that the state of the world is alarming and that some of the problems we are facing are difficult enough to work out. No, we have chosen to add fuel to the madness…

For summer-induced laziness, flip-flops, and beach towels. Happy first day of summer, everyone! Although, you’d think it’s been here a while, judging from the temps we’ve been having. But yeah, the season that has the power to make us suffer and like it, is here. Can you feel it? For Miamians, that means lots of…

When our kids consider and appreciate us. My mother once wrote, “Unas sencillas palabras de agradecimiento y reconocimiento venidas de un hijo es lo más hermoso y grande que hace latir nuestro corazón de gozo.” (“A few simple words of gratitude and acknowledgement coming from your child is the biggest and most beautiful thing that…