Author Archives: Marshall Ramsey

The Storyteller’s storyteller

I interviewed Bill Ferris yesterday. He’s an amazing man who has had an amazing career being the storyteller of storytellers. He grew up on a farm southeast of Vicksburg and has been honored internationally for his work as an author, … Continue reading

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Romantical movies from the perspective of an old married guy

My friend Katie Eubanks wrote a great list of Valentine’s Day movies (check out clarionledger.com). So I figured I’d add a few from the perspective of a long-time married guy. 1. Empire Strikes Back. Leia: “I love you.” Han: “I … Continue reading

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Fighting Fatigue

I write about the 4 a.m. Wake-Up Club on the days I work out — and let me tell you a little secret: I loathe getting up at 4 a.m. (3:50 most days). But I do it because my boot … Continue reading

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The man on the turf

I was lying on my back on the turf as the rain fell into my face. I could hear it hitting the aluminum stands. The storms were off in the distance but the rain had started to fall. Most people … Continue reading

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The things we get offended by…

I was watching the Budweiser commercial last night; you know — the one that caused so many people to get so upset they were willing to boycott Budweiser beer (I do because I am not a particular fan of Bud … Continue reading

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Never Quit

Let me start this by stating this: I am not a New England Patriots fan. Nor am I a Tom Brady fan. I have the same issues with them as I do with Barry Bonds — the whole asterisk thing. … Continue reading

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Fit to Fat Blog: Day 10 Listening to the scale

My pants fit a little better. The scale told me this morning I’m down six pounds. I don’t normally listen to the scale, but since my pants seem to be in agreement, I’ll be joyous this morning. My workout was … Continue reading

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Roasted and Toasted

The Mississippi Press Association Education Foundation roast of yours truly was a success last night. I was roasted. They had a big crowd (at least 1.5 million). And lots of money was raised. Which, of course, was the point. The … Continue reading

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Time to get burned alive (roasted)

Tonight I get roasted by the Mississippi Press Association. For many years now, I have been a roaster. Now, I am the roastee. My youngest son thought I was going to be burned alive. He may be right. On the … Continue reading

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I support the Mississippi Arts Commission: Here’s why

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