Ossie

/ ˈɒzɪ /

adjective

Singers Nancy Wilson and Billy Eckstine attended, and actor and activist Ossie Davis delivered a well-received speech.

Dee was married to Ossie Davis, the actor, activist, and WWII veteran, from 1948 until his death in 2005.

In sleep she sang cradle lullabys and gently reproved her 'own little Ossie.'

Ossie has a snub nose, a lot of rebellious brown hair, red cheeks and a wide mouth that is usually smiling.

At noon, Ossie, having made many purchases in the town, served a dinner that made the world look a lot brighter.

Ossie appeared on deck ten minutes later and was very indignant because he had not been informed that they were passing Coney.

"Yes, but I'm steward and not cook," replied Ossie, arising from his camp-stool and stepping into the galley.

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

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