Category Archives: humor

miniature writing challenge.

Posted on 18 November 2015 by what sandra thinks

From Miniature Writing Challenge #17: Bloggers can choose one of the following categories: Mini Short Story (50 – 150 words) Tiny Poem Haiku (3 lines, 17 syllables) #17 Theme:  Challenge accepted. I chose Haiku. And I wrote two. First — probably … Continue reading →

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relocation.

Posted on 14 November 2015 by what sandra thinks

The assignment was to spend some time in nature and write something — anything — that nature inspired. I don’t like bugs or itchy grass on my feet or West Nile virus or Lyme disease. I confess, except for taking a nice walk … Continue reading →

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a discourse on the word.

Posted on 13 November 2015 by what sandra thinks

Over one million words make up the English language. But often, a single word is all it takes to evoke strong emotions inside us. Laughter, tears, anger, encouragement, inspiration, annoyance… A word that makes me laugh is probably not going to … Continue reading →

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identity neurosis.

Posted on 10 November 2015 by what sandra thinks

I began rewriting my ‘about’ page last week. It was mere coincidence that this exact activity popped up as an assignment for Blogging 101 a couple of days ago. My original ‘about’ page was fine. But I hate fine. I … Continue reading →

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you ask, I tell.

Posted on 9 November 2015 by what sandra thinks

I’ve been re-tapped by my friend at Sass and Sauce with another Liebster Award nomination. What a sweetheart! Below are her great questions – I had lots of fun answering! [I’m going to refrain from re-nominating more blogs at this time … Continue reading →

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graceless.

Posted on 6 November 2015 by what sandra thinks

I’m trying, but I’m graceless Don’t have the sunny side to face this I am invisible and weightless You can’t imagine how I hate this – from “Graceless” lyrics by Matt Berninger | The National Some days, every damn thing … Continue reading →

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laughter.

Posted on 5 November 2015 by what sandra thinks

A great sense of humor is one of the most attractive qualities in a person. I don’t know how anyone can live without it. I think we all have moments when we have to laugh… or we’d cry. I tend … Continue reading →

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eleven things I learned from…

Posted on 3 November 2015 by what sandra thinks

The series ended 12 years ago, but it taught us some valuable truths. Read them. Heed them. And you can thank me later. 11 things I learned from Buffy the Vampire Slayer Never underestimate the power of a pointy stick. … Continue reading →

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