Monthly Archives: June 2012

Posted on June 22, 2012 by russtowne

Originally posted on LIFE TALKS:
“When you allow yourself to feel gratitude in the present moment, in the now, what I promise you is that the spiritual dimension of your life begins to change.  It opens up, it expands and…

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Change

Posted on June 22, 2012 by russtowne

“Although the connections are not always obvious, personal change is inseparable from social and political change.” -Harriet Lerner (As seen at Wordsmith.org A.Word.A.Day with Anu Garg)

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Parenting “Fun” with Younger Son

Posted on June 21, 2012 by russtowne

Beloved and I are very proud of all three of our now grown children. Each of them is unique and special in their own ways. But there were many times when pride wasn’t the primary emotion we felt when dealing … Continue reading →

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A Dance of Love From Around the World

Posted on June 21, 2012 by russtowne

I felt so connected and hopeful while watching this, and the afterglow remains. Russ

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Being Heard

Posted on June 21, 2012 by russtowne

“Being heard is so close to being loved that for the average person, they are almost indistinguishable.” –David W. Augsburger I believe in the truth and wisdom of this quote. I saw it at mindfuldiary at http://mindfuldiary.wordpress.com/2012/06/12/pretty-flowers/ and would have … Continue reading →

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21 Photos of Kindness in Action

Posted on June 21, 2012 by russtowne

A friend shared this touching and heart-warming set of photos and I wanted to share them with you, my internet friends. http://www.buzzfeed.com/expresident/pictures-that-will-restore-your-faith-in-humanity

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Kindness In Action

Posted on June 21, 2012 by russtowne

http://www.wimp.com/colacameras/ I fund this video to be well worth watching. In fact, I think I’ll watch it again as soon as I share it with you! Russ

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Posted on June 20, 2012 by russtowne

And the greatest pain often comes just before the breakthrough to understanding! Thank you for sharing the saying and photo, MoJo! Russ

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The Beauty Within

Posted on June 20, 2012 by russtowne

Great sculptors can see the beautiful form within a block of granite. It is also possible to see, feel, and experience the beautiful spirit of others regardless of what they look or act like on the outside, and often even … Continue reading →

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Changing the World

Posted on June 20, 2012 by russtowne

“Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.” — Rumi I love this quote and have learned that when I change myself I change the world, and the … Continue reading →

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