Motivation

“Why are you dressing up to go to class?” I asked my son as he fiddled with his tie Monday morning. “Because the fraternity I am joining has us dress up on Monday’s to look good,” he answered.  Interesting… I thought to myself, as I grabbed my camera to snap a picture of Cristian and his college fraternity friend.

I didn’t know in that moment that I was going to write this post motivated by Univision’s “¡Edúcate, es el momento!”  7 Day Call to Action Effort to Further Impact Hispanic Educational Attainment campaign. (shared by Julito Varela on Facebook) …

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This post is part of the MCAF Blog Carnival: A Mother’s Day Gift and this letter was written to my only son, Cristian, while on the beach recently…my favorite past time for peace and relaxation.

Versión En Español: Una Carta Para Mi Hijo: Como Cuidar El Medio Ambiente

Dear Cristian,

I gaze out of this beautiful ocean and listen to the sound of the waves while the glistening sun shines upon me. The soft breeze sways against the palm trees while flapping the umbrella nearby. You are only 18, ready to take on life as an adult by preparing yourself for college this year.

As I lay here on this cozy lounge chair and breathe in the comforting air and soothing sounds of the water, I wonder if you will have the same available 20 or 30 years down the road. Statistically, I could still be alive by then ( and sure wish I am!)  Therefore, I long to continue enjoying this peaceful serenity until the end of my days. …