Category Archives: family

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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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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poetry, take 2. reflection.

Posted on 8 December 2015 by what sandra thinks

I think I’m starting to feel a little better about this whole poetry thing. Maybe by the end of two weeks, I’ll actually enjoy it. Oh… I crack myself up. Shall we play ‘guess my mood today‘? reflection. She smeared … Continue reading →

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a couple things.

Posted on 3 December 2015 by what sandra thinks

Thing one… This popped up today. All bright and orange-ish yellow and special. 1000 likes! My God, really?! Of course, it’s really a milestone that you gave me, dear readers. Thank you for being here. Thank you for liking some … Continue reading →

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basket case.

Posted on 29 November 2015 by what sandra thinks

Anxiety sneaks up on me. I know it’s always there somewhere. But it lunges at me randomly, unpredictably. It grows into this huge fireball. It rolls around inside me, hurting my heart, making my stomach burn, tensing every muscle, rushing … Continue reading →

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oatmeal cookie fudge bars.

Posted on 28 November 2015 by what sandra thinks

I have a problem with baking for special occasions. I have amassed so many dessert recipes [mostly on Pinterest] that I rarely bring the same dessert twice. Every occasion, I try something new. Some have been good. A couple were complete failures … Continue reading →

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my thanksgiving recap.

Posted on 27 November 2015 by what sandra thinks

You may remember Aunt Dumbass from this post. I almost couldn’t wait to see her today and discover new levels of dumbassery. But it was not to be. Dreams shattered. While sitting in ridiculously excessive traffic, I texted my sister, … Continue reading →

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not a blood relative.

Posted on 23 November 2015 by what sandra thinks

Thanksgiving is only a few days away, and I can’t help dreading the gathering. Too many people all at once. It makes me anxious. And it’s not even that many people! Oh, I like seeing most of them, but I’m … Continue reading →