Monthly Archives: May 2017

Video Blog On A Rainy Afternoon

Posted on May 25, 2017 by Ellen Ross

Hi, Dear Readers.  It’s cold, rainy and lousy out as I type this.  And I’m in the mood for a chat. So I thought it was time for a video blog. Press play. And think about friendship as you watch … Continue reading →

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Posted in Friendship, pop culture, Video blog | 19 Comments

Free At Last

Posted on May 21, 2017 by Ellen Ross

Milestone Alert:  This is Post number 400, Dear Readers. Wow! I feel just like Ted Williams. Thank you all.  And here’s to making it 500. And now it’s time to reveal my shameful little secret. For the first time in … Continue reading →

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Sorry, Wrong Number

Posted on May 18, 2017 by Ellen Ross

Remember when this was THE phone?  No buttons, no hold button, no second, third and fourth lines, no call waiting, no caller ID? We didn’t have area codes.  We had exchanges. Like Hillcrest and Vernon and Alpine and Lincoln and … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day

Posted on May 14, 2017 by Ellen Ross

Happy Mother’s Day, Dear Readers.  Here’s wishing you all a wonderful holiday.  I hope it’s the best MD ever. I had a glorious time visiting Boston for my granddaughter Carly’s first birthday.  The birthday girl- and her parents- enjoyed it, … Continue reading →

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Posted in Memoir, Mother's Day, Parenting, Pregnancy | 4 Comments

Me and My Big Mouth

Posted on May 4, 2017 by Ellen Ross

  I know it’s usually not a great idea to talk to strangers. But I do it all the time. Some of the best things have come from talking to a total strangers.  Rides from the airport, great tips about … Continue reading →

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Posted in Divorce, Hamburgers, Memoir, pop culture | 2 Comments