Tag Archives: fads

10 Days, 10 Albums

Posted on May 14, 2020 by rossmurray1

I’ve been nominated by absolutely no one to choose 10 albums that have greatly influenced my taste in music (or just served as a TV-dinner trays). 10 consecutive days – 1 each day. Just post the album cover – no … Continue reading →

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Simply mad about the booze

Posted on July 11, 2019 by rossmurray1

It seems not even sobriety will be saved from enjoying a made-for-Instagram moment, with new hashtaggable terms like “mindful drinking” and “sober curious.” No longer do you have to feel left out or uncool for being sober. You maybe don’t … Continue reading →

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The Last Tattoo: An Oral History

Posted on May 31, 2018 by rossmurray1

“I was planning on getting a tattoo my freshman year. I was primed for it: a rainbow with birds flying over and the word ‘blessed’ in script lettering and inside the ‘B’ the face of a tiny Baby Jesus. But … Continue reading →

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Happy BirthSelfCareDay to Me

Posted on November 24, 2016 by rossmurray1

Today I turn 51. That means I am no longer 50. I am in my fifities, which is like being in debt; there’s no getting out of it. My eyebrow hairs stayed a uniform length for the better part of … Continue reading →

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