Monthly Archives: July 2010

The Day Girls Saved Me

Posted on July 31, 2010 by russtowne

They and I quickly did the math as we all came to our senses: Three of them and one of me. All four of us knew what was going to happen next and only three of us were going to enjoy it.

I was in BIG trouble and about to get pounded into the ground.

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Speak Softly and Carry a Big Heart

Posted on July 29, 2010 by russtowne

He had a saying that I’ll never forget:

“Speak softly and carry a big heart.”

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Money For a Taxi Ride

Posted on July 29, 2010 by russtowne

The elderly woman’s eyes misted over with happiness and surprise as she took the money. She gave a knowing and grateful look to him as she thanked him.

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Comments from a grateful man about this blog

Posted on July 26, 2010 by russtowne

My name is Russ Towne, and as the name of this blog says, I’m a grateful man. I’ve been married for 33 years to the same great woman and we have three wonderful grown children who have added immeasurably to … Continue reading →