Week #5 - Sultry Sangria - Brandye


This delightful glass of ‘gria was captured on a recent night out, and beckoned me to witness the metamorphic power of light. Backlit from the candle adorning the table, the deep burgundy was transformed into a passionate pomegranate-purple. . My beverage, with the element of light added, is not only a cup that’s full, but it’s overflowing with sultry secrets. Paired perfectly with the sounds of the live salsa band, I savored each sip of this fruity refreshment, as I allowed the waves of percussion and visual enchantment to relax and carry me to a place far away.

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  1. Lonnie AlcarazNovember 3, 2019 at 10:21 PM

    Wonderful post - I love the mix of light and dance within such a seeming simple object - I love the details :)

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