Monthly Archives: December 2015

awards and thanks.

Posted on 11 December 2015 by what sandra thinks

Over the last 48 hours, I’ve received three more nominations for Liebster awards. I want to thank you, lovely friends, for the nods… Stephanie @ When I Thought I Was Fat and No Love For Fatties and Joana @ The Great Journey These are my … Continue reading →

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the gift of freedom.

Posted on 11 December 2015 by what sandra thinks

the gift of freedom. The reason she hated me never made sense. In her head, I committed some great offense. Her cruel, harsh words were a mystery at first. I only lived my life, chased my dreams, not hers. I … Continue reading →

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fiction friday 3: roses are blue.

Posted on 11 December 2015 by what sandra thinks

fiction friday: three. ∼ Third installment of a work I swear will get a title (maybe even one of the dozens I trashed). Installments One + Two are here: fiction friday: one. + fiction friday: two. Present Day… Tears in her eyes, Kate stared out the cab’s window. … Continue reading →

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seconds later.

Posted on 10 December 2015 by what sandra thinks

seconds later. I woke up feeling hope today, Rested, strong, maybe even okay. But seconds later… My insides twisted into knots, Worry and fear invading my thoughts. I knew just how to clear my head – Straighten up this room … Continue reading →

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dreadful conversation.

Posted on 10 December 2015 by what sandra thinks

Every year, the conversation I dread sneaks up on me like a big bad stomach virus. Christmas. What do your kids want for Christmas? Where’s your list? You have a list, right? For everyone, right? What do you want for … Continue reading →

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my true love.

Posted on 9 December 2015 by what sandra thinks

my true love. You wrap me up and keep me warm – Comforted, loved, and safe from harm. You lift me when I’m broken down. I cannot live without you around. You give me strength, you give me hope. You make … Continue reading →

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my head may explode.

Posted on 9 December 2015 by what sandra thinks

Frustrated. We are not in the best financial situation right now. John has a decent job that he likes and he’s been there for years. I got laid off many many months ago and I remain unemployed. We have money … Continue reading →

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six word story: doubt.

Posted on 8 December 2015 by what sandra thinks

This week’s prompt for the Six Word Story challenge at Sometimes Stellar Storyteller is… Doubt The winner is the story with the most likes in the comments by the close of the challenge later in the week. If you like my story (despite my … Continue reading →

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