Category Archives: Writing

Take it to the House

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Marshall Ramsey

If you aren’t inspired by Patrick House’s story, you need to check your pulse. Morbidly obese, House (who even titled his autobiography Big As A House), had an epiphany.  One day he could barely get onto the floor to play … Continue reading →

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Vasti’s Rock

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Marshall Ramsey

I believe people are placed in your path for a reason. Some inspire you. Some infuriate you. They either sink you or push you in another direction. They are the rock your life’s raft hits.  And yes, hitting that rock … Continue reading →

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In honor of April

Posted on March 3, 2014 by Marshall Ramsey

After all the glamour and glitz of last night’s Academy Awards, I’m going to tell you about someone you probably don’t know.  She’s not a celebrity. Oh no, she’s more special than a celebrity. April DeLoach is a mom, an … Continue reading →

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Make the Undertaker Sorry

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Marshall Ramsey

When I heard that my former coworker and Clarion-Ledger columnist Orley Hood died, a wave of sorrow crashed over me.  I thought of all the group lunches we had enjoyed at the Thai House. I remembered Orley’s stories. I felt blessed … Continue reading →

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SHORT STORY: Throwing Stones

Posted on February 23, 2014 by Marshall Ramsey

Early one Spring morning, wispy fog slipped across a small pond’s glassy surface. As the sun rose, there was a stillness in the air. A distant crow’s call echoed across the water, breaking the silence. A man and a little … Continue reading →

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How one degree makes a difference

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Marshall Ramsey

The sun had set and heavy rain fell from the sky.  I could hear water pouring out of the gutters as I felt my own gut tightening. My town was under a Winter Storm Warning and we were in the … Continue reading →

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Why I love chamber banquets…

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Marshall Ramsey

We spend a lot of time obsessing about crap we have no control over. We get worked up about whatever outrage talk radio or cable news spoon feeds us — outrage that seldom makes an iota of difference in our … Continue reading →

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How am I celebrating World Cancer Day?

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Marshall Ramsey

How will I celebrate World Cancer Day? 1. Well, I woke up before my alarm clock again today. I think it was around 3:40 a.m. 2. I got ready and shaved. The water was cold and the blade drug across … Continue reading →

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Queen BossyPants (the legend of Pip the dog)

Posted on February 2, 2014 by Marshall Ramsey

I call her Queen BossyPants. She sits on your head and barks at brooms. She likes to climb into the dishwasher to lick the dishes. She loathes squirrels and her bark will make your ears bleed. She came to this … Continue reading →

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All Because the Gift of Three Boys

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Marshall Ramsey

I am probably the most unlikely parent in the world. As a third child, I had never been around a baby until my oldest son was born — and boy did it show. I was terrified. Terrified that somehow I’d … Continue reading →

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