A Smile and a Wave

Posted on February 26, 2014 by russtowne

A smile and a wave go a long way help to make a lot of people’s day…

http://kindnessblog.com/2014/02/26/elderly-woman-waves-at-students-every-day-then-she-got-a-huge-surprise/

With Love,
Russ

About russtowne

I'm awed by the beauty of nature and the power of love and gratitude. Some of my favorite sensory experiences include waves crashing on rocky shores, waterways in ancient redwood and fern-filled forests, and rain. My wife and I have been married since 1979. We have 3 adult children and 5 grandchildren. I manage a wealth management firm that I founded in 2003. My Beloved is a Special Education teacher for Kindergartners and First Graders. I'm a published author of approximately 60 books in a variety of genres for grownups and children.

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10 Responses to A Smile and a Wave

mimijk says:

February 26, 2014 at 5:08 pm

I loved it when I saw it earlier this morning and I love to see it again..

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- russtowne says:
  
  February 26, 2014 at 5:17 pm
  
  No fair! You get up a lot earlier than I do! ;-D! I’m glad you liked it each time you saw it.
  Russ
  
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bulldog says:

February 26, 2014 at 5:22 pm

What a brilliant share Russ, all the bad knocks that kids get, this is just so heart warming…

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- russtowne says:
  
  February 26, 2014 at 5:42 pm
  
  I felt the same when I saw the video clip, bulldog. Hooray for people with kind hearts of all ages, and for the rest, may they find the joy and love that comes from connecting with their hearts and spirits and those of others.
  Russ
  
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stickyquote says:

February 26, 2014 at 5:40 pm

Wow! Thanks for sharing Russ

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- russtowne says:
  
  February 26, 2014 at 5:46 pm
  
  It is truly my pleasure to share such stories of the goodness and greatness in the world. Thank you for sharing reminders of the same with the quotes in your blog and posts.
  Russ
  
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Mrs. P says:

February 26, 2014 at 9:05 pm

You made me cry…thanks!

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- russtowne says:
  
  February 26, 2014 at 9:26 pm
  
  What a terrific compliment, Mrs. P! Thank you. I love it when something I share or create inspires happy or healing tears.
  Russ
  
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utesmile says:

February 26, 2014 at 9:32 pm

I would wave too, it just makes everyone happy!

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- russtowne says:
  
  February 26, 2014 at 10:16 pm
  
  (BIG SMILE!)
  
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