Tag Archives: stress

The Plastic Blues

Posted on October 10, 2016 by sandrabranum

Sigh and wave goodbye as you press the send button to make your creditors richer and you poorer. Each month you say you’ll “cut back” but then the car breaks down or cooking another meal makes you want to vomit … Continue reading →

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How?

Posted on September 11, 2016 by sandrabranum

I’ve often heard people wondering how 9/11/2001 could happen. How could security be so lax that 3 planes could be hijacked? Perhaps my tale will help you understand. Months before the terrorists’ attacks happened, security was increased in Federal Agencies … Continue reading →

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Wrong Year Padre

Posted on April 5, 2016 by sandrabranum

I was perusing Facebook (I do spend too much time there) when I discovered an advertisement about “future predictions.” Being naturally curious about my future (as so many are) I clicked on the link because I want to keep informed … Continue reading →

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Hello World

Posted on April 4, 2016 by sandrabranum

It’s been quite awhile since I blogged. Every time I began, something would happen and I would stop. So many false starts and no finishes, and yet so much happened… That’s what happens in life… curves or barriers in the … Continue reading →

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Shadow Blessings

Posted on November 1, 2015 by sandrabranum

   Shadows abound as I live through each day only to increase as the sun decreases If I forget my flashlight as I go to check my mail I must rely on my touch to not allow my own shadow … Continue reading →

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L’Chaim!

Posted on August 26, 2015 by sandrabranum

I decided to start with this Chex Mix photo because it sums up so well how Life and its twists and turns can make your existence so interesting If you remember to relax and enjoy the ride. Sunday (Aug 23) … Continue reading →

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Reality Check Please!

Posted on August 16, 2015 by sandrabranum

Reality Check Please! How often have we wished thinking or muttering those words would make everything better (or at least make us believe it was possible). I’ve been lethargic since my ex-husband died July 22 (9 days before my birthday). I … Continue reading →

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Pain? Yes, Dangit.

Posted on July 4, 2015 by sandrabranum

It’s been over a week since I had my disability eye exam and I’m still feeling it. My eyes now feel strained all the time and no matter what I do the only time they feel alright is when I’m … Continue reading →

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The Noise Upstairs

Posted on June 13, 2015 by sandrabranum

The noise upstairs is deafening and causes despair. They’re fighting again.

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Bureaucracy At Work

Posted on May 15, 2015 by sandrabranum

I hope y’all will give me a cyber pat on the back because I finally finished the requested Social Security disability paperwork. It was quite difficult for me because I just couldn’t find a way to truthfully say, I sit on … Continue reading →

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