Monthly Archives: July 2012

The Mother of all Trust Falls

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Marshall Ramsey

Another wedding anniversary is upon us. Nineteen long, busy, active and incredible years. When I asked my wife how many of them had been good, she said, “About 16 1/2.” I didn’t press for details. But I can tell you … Continue reading →

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Fit-to-Fat-to-Fit Blog: The sticker

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Marshall Ramsey

One the back of my car is a 26.2 sticker. It’s not on there to brag to the world that I ran a marathon. I really don’t care what anyone thinks about my running.  I have other stuff I brag … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Free-For-All

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Marshall Ramsey

Good Morning! What’s up?

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Best of Banjo stories

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Marshall Ramsey

As you might have read, our beloved little Border Terrier Banjo passed away Saturday night. He went to his final sleep in my wife’s arms — and we miss him very much.  I’ve had seven dogs in my life and … Continue reading →

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Fit-to-Fat-to-Fit Blog: Running over Mental Hills

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Marshall Ramsey

Goal Weight: 195 lbs. Today’s Weight: 196 lbs. I ran 5.1 painful miles. Oh, my body felt fine but my mind was in turmoil.  I woke up still thinking about and mourning my poor dog Banjo’s death.  I kept seeing … Continue reading →

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Monday Free-For-All

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Marshall Ramsey

Good morning. Hope this is a great week for you.

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Banjo’s Advice

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Marshall Ramsey

This is a re-post in honor of the life of dog Banjo.  He’s was wisest dog I know and a good friend. Banjo the dog and I are sitting here, drinking a cup of hot tea (he does pretty well … Continue reading →

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Requiem for a Terrier

Posted on July 29, 2012 by Marshall Ramsey

“If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went.” Will Rogers My wife Amy held him as he went to sleep for the last time. The biggest heart I’ve ever known … Continue reading →

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Sunday Free-For-All

Posted on July 29, 2012 by Marshall Ramsey

Banjo passed away last night. He leaves five heartbroken pack members behind.

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Saturday Free-For-All

Posted on July 28, 2012 by Marshall Ramsey

Good morning. Banjo is quite ill and I’m afraid we’re looking at making some decisions today.  He’s an amazing little pup and my heart breaks at what I am seeing. I’ve been up with him all night, comforting him.

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