Author: Connie Perez

For examples of real sacrifice. I want Lauren and Danny to recognize true sacrifice. I think these days the word is loosely used, and some of the examples of sacrifice we are seeing don’t seem true to definition. They almost seem illusory. Sacrifice is indeed a packed word, but I think it’s one that is…

For prayer and surrender. It may seem like God is not listening because we are not seeing results fast enough. And so at times, praying may not satisfy us. Does that happen to you? Could it be that we’re praying for what we need or want, and that’s it? What if we prayed for what…

For what money can’t buy. We live in an uber-material world. Our focus is on the things money can buy us, and when we don’t have enough money to buy them, we lose heart. It is then we overlook what truly makes us grateful. Of course, no one argues that money helps meet most of…

For words that save. Have you thought about the words you use the most? I think most of us just blah, blah, blah for the most part, not really giving it much thought. At least not until later. But, some words are lifting, while others are sinking, and whether alone or linked together, their meaning…

For spiritual friendships. It’s nice, no, it’s great, to have good friendships, but it’s even better when those are spiritually woven into the fabric of our lives. The kind of friends who nourish not just our hearts, but also our faith. I am fortunate to have been linked early on in my life with individuals…

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…