Author Archives: sandrabranum

About sandrabranum

I'm a philosopher, dreamer, poet, writer -- not necessarily in that order -- and I get to write it all down and share it with the world thanks to the Wonderful World Wide Web!

Time Lapse

Posted on May 18, 2013

Even changing the linens is now a chore Due to ever increasing shadows And mobility issues galore Where once I moved with agility and grace Now body movements are slow and thoughtfully paced I will not name these age old … Continue reading →

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You Have to Believe in Something

Posted on May 14, 2013

Reblogged from BREVITY's Nonfiction Blog: Stephanie Bane, author of  “We Have Peace” in the March 2013 issue of Brevity, reflects on the origin of her essay and on sincerity, naiveté, and the importance of faith. The sincerity of my essay – We Have Peace … Continue reading →

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Faulty

Posted on May 12, 2013

You took advantage of my good nature But then I let you; so who’s at fault? Time has not lessened my anger or hurt; so who’s at fault? I try and try to let it go But still it sneaks up on … Continue reading →

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Nobody Ever…

Posted on May 8, 2013

I’ve been thinking a lot about my parents since I returned from my trip to Dupo, IL to see my cousin Carla Emrich.  One of the things that keeps going through my mind is the statement:  ”Nobody ever…”  So I … Continue reading →

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Barb, Elvis & Me

Posted on May 2, 2013

My childhood friend Barb (also known as The Gad About) loves Elvis.  She even has a black velvet painting of him that used to hang in her living room.  I know because I’m the one who gave it to her … Continue reading →

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Gum Balls Studs

Posted on May 2, 2013

Reblogged from Clouds N Cups: Maintaining a stable yet sweet relationship always poses a big challenge for all couples Falling in love may be a result of hormones reaction Staying in love may require us to Recall how our LOVE used to be … Continue reading →

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Tapes, Tapes, Oh My!

Posted on May 1, 2013

It’s hard for me to believe that I had so many boxes of VHS tapes in my bedroom at the trailer in Haleburg, AL.  That was the only way I could ensure that they wouldn’t get thrown away like so … Continue reading →

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Preparation

Posted on May 1, 2013

Primping before the benefit to get “beautified.” Who knows who I’ll see there and will I be recognized? After all it’s been bookoo years – but who’s counting, right? I flour my face with more powder and heave a nervous … Continue reading →

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S.A.L.E

Posted on April 28, 2013

Reblogged from Clouds N Cups: A S.A.L.E. by any other name…

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Carla & Elvis

Posted on April 27, 2013

My son and I were late arriving at Carla & Ray’s Benefit Concert because we went to the American Legion instead of the Dupo VFW.  When we arrived Rev. Keith Ital was performing.  Rev. Ital is the pastor of the … Continue reading →

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