Author Archives: Marshall Ramsey

The 11-year-old boy watched his dad climb down the attic ladder. He was holding a dusty cardboard box.  On its side was written “9/11.” “C’mon.” The dad motioned to his son. “It’s time.”  The both walked out of the hot … Continue reading →

He worked as a security guard at the hospital during the week. And on the weekends, he washed dishes in the hospital cafeteria.  The small checks added together to pay the hospital what the insurance wouldn’t cover.  He’d do anything … Continue reading →

He stood on the battleship U.S.S. Alabama’s wet, wooden deck.  She had once ruled the seas, having fought valiantly in World War 2. She was mighty. She was powerful. But in the end, she wasn’t very nimble. And to add … Continue reading →