Laura Basset Carbonell

My letter to my teen

My dearest niece, and god-daughter, Welcome to growing pains! My dad once told me at your age that family and friends would always be with us…. That he would always be there for me no matter what. I was sixteen at the time, angry, afraid and wanted out. But probably mostly, out of my skin. […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Early morning rising benefits

My father as a kid instilled in me many great things, but one that carries on is my love of awakening way before dawn. It is in these moments that I have a clearer mind and I find my peace. There are positives to this early rising, besides peace: Forbes has an interesting take on early […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Comcast’s #internetessentials, connecting low-income families! Bringing them hope for a better future

This is a sponsored post by Comcast. But the content and ideas expressed here are my own. The Internet is an essential tool in education and shouldn’t be a luxury. It is essential for kids to be connected so that they can have access to information to do their schoolwork. It is also important for […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Short romances are also sweet

After two years I decided it was time to look at a man and think beyond friendship. I fell head over heels to my surprise with one. It was the right time. I was ending my “forced sabbatical,” I was getting excited about life again with the prospect of a new wonderful job and a […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Sad music can make you happier

Allowing sadness to take over is the best way to fully experience happiness sooner. I can attest that when I run from sorrow it only comes back at me and cuts into me more deeply, lingering longer than I’d wish. That’s why allowing sadness to settle by experiencing the moment it hits me, is the […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Life-work balance I don’t need

Everyone talks about life-work balance, something I personally don’t need. I’m single, have no kids and therefore, I can dive fully into my job which happens to be my passion without distractions or major commitments, besides my friendships and family. And it’s OK. There are no rules for me since I have nobody to account to […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

The art of patience

I wouldn’t have ever described myself as a patient person, however, now, I’ve learned the art of waiting patiently the only way possible, through life lessons. Just like everyone else I couldn’t wait to grow up, I couldn’t wait for the weekend, the summer, you name it. Finally, I can wait, but it’s taken decades […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

My heart tears when I bid farewell

Although I’m extremely lucky to be able to visit my friends and family overseas and out-of-state, every Christmas and Summer, my heart tears a little every time I bid farewell. However normal this feeling is, it seems new every single time. It doesn’t get easier no matter how many years I’ve been through it. When […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Why I chose to bring my nephew and nieces to Spain for a month

Allow me to recap. I never had kids. I never wanted any and as I found later, I couldn’t anyway. I have never regretted it especially because I have two nephews and three nieces I try to devote myself to as much as I possible. They have become a great source of joy and given […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

At long last, “home”

Besides a 9 month stint, I’ve never lived alone. Now, at almost 52, and after two years floating between friend’s homes to family’s homes after my divorce, I will finally live on my own! I found a home! I thought this moment would never come, and although I’m a bit anxious, I’m excited at the […]