Tag Archives: returning home

You Can’t Go Home Again… Ha!

Posted on May 8, 2018 by sandrabranum

Ah Cahokia, Illinois… Now my “home away from home.” I think of you often, and occasionally return to see what’s left of my family I “left behind.” I keep hoping they will wise up soon and depart too because it’s … Continue reading →

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Beau Geste Travels

Posted on May 4, 2018 by sandrabranum

Well here I am, finally traveling again because my wonderful son, Bernard Jr, graciously consented to being my chauffeur so I could attend a PWP (Parents Without Partners) Conference in Belleville, Illinois this weekend. This is the first time I’ve … Continue reading →

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Home Again

Posted on May 18, 2012 by sandrabranum

Home from the road I come In the dark of night. I creep into the house And crawl into bed To not disturb you. I should go To another room, But I’ve missed you So much … You contently sigh … Continue reading →

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Do I Go? Do I Stay?

Posted on September 23, 2011 by sandrabranum

Do I go?  Do I stay?  Does it matter anyway? I began writing that poem over 2 weeks ago.  It’s still not finished, but it resonates more everyday as I debate whether I should or shouldn’t attend Belleville IL’s first … Continue reading →

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