A guest post by my friend, and blog contributor, Barbie Rodriguez: I have tried and totally failed to stay out of the political arena. I do not like politics. I do not understand politics. I do NOT trust politics, politicians, anything even remotely having to do with politics. But at least, a long time ago,…
Author: Connie Perez
Thankful Thursdays
Thankful for that feeling I get when I miss someone. That barometer that gauges the loving, the longing. I so miss my daughter now that she’s living away from us for the very first time; but then again, I miss my son when I don’t see him for a day. I miss my family when…
Thankful Thursdays
Now more than ever, thankful for technology. A Disney/Miami birthday celebration. “Love the moment, and the energy of that moment will spread beyond all boundaries.” ~ Corita Kent
Thankful Thursdays
Thankful for a smooth transition this week while moving Lauren to Orlando. Praying she stays safe and has a fabulous experience during her Disney internship. My best to all the other interns as well. I thank you, family and friends, for all the support and encouragement you’ve sent Lauren’s way as she embarks on this latest…
Thankful Thursdays
Thankful for the sound of the waves, the warmth of the sun, the scent of sunblock, the spectacle of sunsets, and some pretty good company. What are you thankful for today? “Summer is the time when one sheds one’s tensions with one’s clothes, and the right kind of day is jeweled balm for the battered spirit.”…
Thankful Thursdays
Thankful for another milestone – Lauren graduated on Tuesday! She squeezed out of FIU every experience, every moment, and every lesson it offered her. We are proud of her accomplishments, and we are very grateful for the opportunities and graces the Lord has showered upon her. The tassel’s worth the hassle! What are you thankful for…
Thankful Thursdays
It’s been said that “The last of the human freedoms is to choose one’s attitudes.” I am thankful for this freedom, and I pray I choose the right ones. What is your attitude today, and what are you thankful for? [quote by Victor Frankl]
Thankful Thursdays
The world is falling apart around us. I’m grateful that I live here, with all its imperfections. I pray for all those who live and die amidst the ongoing chaos. God help them. “And once the storm is over, you won’t remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won’t even be…
Not to be missed!
My co-worker, and fellow author, Joanie Phelan, has her first novel out and being featured at an author event this Friday at Books & Books in Coral Gables, FL. See below. Come join us!
Thankful Thursdays
Today, while atop one of God’s most majestic wonders, I feel blessed in the company of those I love, and echo E.E. Cummings: I thank you God for this most amazing day, for the leaping greenly spirits of trees, and for the blue dream of sky and for everything which is natural, which is infinite,…