Category Archives: pop culture

Public Service Announcement

Posted on July 6, 2014 by Ellen Ross

It happened again tonight. At a perfectly lovely Fourth of July party at the country club. Just thirty minutes in, a woman who I hadn’t seen in ages, strolled over to me, cheerfully greeted me, and then started telling me … Continue reading →

Posted in Divorce, Memoir, pop culture | 26 Comments

Nyuck Nyuck Nyuck

Posted on July 3, 2014 by Ellen Ross

Okay, ladies. That’s your cue. It’s time to bounce. Take five to book a mani/pedi, or text your daughter, or wash your lingerie. Any girlie thing you want to do right now, because I guarantee you’re not going to give … Continue reading →

Posted in Memoir, Movies, pop culture, Television | 35 Comments

This Is Dedicated To The One I Love

Posted on June 29, 2014 by Ellen Ross

Before I start to sing the blues, let me give a shout out to everyone at LillStreet Art Center. It was great taking part in the “Booze and Blogs” panel on Thursday night. I had a blast, guys. Thanks. And … Continue reading →

Posted in Memoir, Music, pop culture | 19 Comments

“Like”

Posted on June 22, 2014 by Ellen Ross

I was a Johnny-come-lately to the social media phenomenon known as Facebook. I just wasn’t interested in joining any on-line group that would have me as a member. (Thanks, Julius.) I couldn’t get excited about it. I needed live interaction. … Continue reading →

Posted in Memoir, pop culture | 26 Comments

Mongo

Posted on June 19, 2014 by Ellen Ross

IMPORTANT LETTER FROM ELBA ANNOUNCEMENT: I would like to thank Marie and Valerie, and all the talented people at Lillstreet Art Center. responsible for getting next Thursday’s “Booze and Blogs” bash launched. The event is already sold out and I’m excited … Continue reading →

Posted in Memoir, Movies, pop culture, Science Fiction | 27 Comments

Where’s Poppa?

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Ellen Ross

As many of you already know, our dad, Ben Roffe, died in May. So this is our very first Father’s Day without him in 3D. His funeral was a small, private affair on a sunny summer-like afternoon. A beautiful day. … Continue reading →

Posted in Comedians, Memoir, pop culture | 30 Comments

Let George Do It.

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Ellen Ross

My sister-in-law Mary Lu has an unforgettable birthday. 1/1. (And now you’ll all remember it, too.) For this year’s gift, I wanted to buy her a tree in New York City. You know, from Bette Midler’s plant-a-tree foundation. I thought … Continue reading →

Posted in Crosswords, Memoir, Movies, pop culture, Theater, Tributes | 30 Comments

Take Me Out To The Ballgame

Posted on June 5, 2014 by Ellen Ross

A couple of Sundays ago, my brother and I took his granddaughters to Wrigley Field. Eliza is almost six and Susannah almost four. One’s a blonde- Suze. And the other’s a brunette- Eliza. And they both know everything. (Of course.) … Continue reading →

Posted in baseball, Memoir, pop culture, Sports | 22 Comments

(No) Sex And The City Episode Trois “Happy Birthday”

Posted on June 1, 2014 by Ellen Ross

The Cast: Charlotte, Miranda and Carrie. All BFF’s. The time: 1:00 pm lunch The Place: RL, Chicago The girls meet at the host stand and air kiss daintily. Charlotte (sweetly): You look stunning, Miranda. Never thinner. And those bracelets! Bulgari? … Continue reading →

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Designated Drinker

Posted on May 25, 2014 by Ellen Ross

I don’t drink. Never did. I just can’t stand the taste of anything alcoholic- with the exception of (preferably vintage) Champagne. (I have a bottle of Veuve Grande Dame chilling in my refrigerator right now. But I’m waiting for someone … Continue reading →

Posted in Memoir, pop culture | 17 Comments