Laura Basset Carbonell

Farewell Eyes

People often ask, “What’s the point?” But the answer shifts with time and age. At 60, I’ve come to realize that I now think in terms of “last times.”The last time I might go on a date.The last time I’ll hike 20 kilometers.The last time I’ll feel confident wearing a sleeveless top. A growing list […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Learning to Stay

What one can achieve in sobriety is deeply personal; it looks different for everyone. For me, the emotional challenges were far more difficult than the physical ones. Alcohol gave me a false sense of self. I felt free, uninhibited, as if I had finally broken the chains of shyness and insecurity. But that freedom was […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Reflections at Sixty: Embracing the Past to Navigate the Future

At almost sixty, I find myself looking back, and in doing so, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of who I am today, who my true friends were, and who I loved most—and who loved me back. While I firmly believe that focusing on the future and moving forward is the best way to live, I […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

The Vanishing Self: Lessons from Sixth Grade

As a teacher, I’ve chosen to teach both sixth, eleventh, and twelfth grades, a deliberate decision rooted in understanding the delicate nature of adolescent development. Sixth grade represents a unique, precious moment of human potential—a time of unbridled authenticity that, sadly, often diminishes too quickly. In sixth grade, students embody a remarkable spirit. They are […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Hopes, dreams, and resolutions

As I reflect on the speeding passage of time, I’ve noticed a shift in my yearly resolutions, hopes, and dreams. This isn’t a negative development; it signifies that I’ve either achieved those aspirations or some have lost their significance. Time provides a valuable perspective on life. I had an extensive list of goals and self-improvement […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Testimonio de Delfín Carbonell

Delfín Carbonell Picazo Marshall fue Teniente de Intendencia del ejército republicano en Murcia durante la Guerra Civil. Licenciado en Filosofía y … Testimonio de Delfín Carbonell

by Laura Basset Carbonell

I’ve been fortunate in love, yet I remain single

I often hear people say that if someone is still single, then their love life must be a failure. However, I don’t see it that way. I have been fortunate enough to fall in love countless times and have had many wonderful experiences. Even though it didn’t work out with most of them, I still […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Hope and purpose: ingredients for a life worth living

Life is a complex and mysterious journey, full of twists and turns that often leave us feeling lost and confused. It can be hard to find meaning in a world that seems so chaotic and unpredictable. The simple truth is that life is meaningless, and there is no grand plan that has been laid out […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Javier Marías se fue pero no nos ha dejado

Cuando lees a veces encuentras que el escritor te quita las palabras de la boca. Esas que no sabrías expresar y que él resuelve de manera tan audaz. Me gustan aquellas historias donde el autor se hace visible divagando mientras hace una reflexión personal que saca a la luz quien hay detrás de esas letras […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Where is home?

In the past, I used to believe that home was simply the place where I slept and spent most of my time. However, as time passed, I came to understand that it is a more intricate concept. Home is not just a physical location, but rather a feeling that we carry with us wherever we […]