Better and Best

Posted on March 29, 2014 by russtowne

A friend just sent an email that closed with a note I liked so much I wanted to share it with you:

‘Life is better when you are happy, but life is best when other people are happy because of you.’

Thank you, my friends, for making my life happier by your presence.

With Love,
Russ

About russtowne

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. In addition to my family, friends, investing, and writing, my passions include reading, watching classic movies, experiencing waves crashing on rocky shores, hiking in ancient redwood forests, and the beauty of kindness and nature.
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15 Responses to Better and Best

  1. sheridegrom - From the literary and legislative trenches. says:
    March 30, 2014 at 12:20 am

    Russ – Never before, I think it’s never before, have friends been so important in my life. Thanks for sharing. Sheri

    Reply
  2. joannerambling says:
    March 30, 2014 at 5:28 am

    I like this think I will claim it as my own and will add it to my letters I write because I am cool like that

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  3. utesmile says:
    March 30, 2014 at 7:55 am

    Yes, so true and it is the best feeling when someone is happy because of you!
    Thanks for making me happy!

    Reply
  4. The Presents of Presence says:
    March 30, 2014 at 11:42 am

    Our lives are happier because we’ve connected with you! ♥

    Reply
  5. russtowne says:
    March 30, 2014 at 7:15 pm

    I feel the same about you, my friend. I’ve been blessed in many ways by my friends who invest precious time to read my blog.
    Russ

    Reply
  6. Professions for PEACE says:
    April 3, 2014 at 4:11 pm

    What a wonderful note to receive and so true. And thanks to you Russ for all your kindness and friendship, and all the love you share in the world. Bright blessings, Gina

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  7. jolynproject says:
    April 4, 2014 at 7:47 pm

    Such a simple thought with such a huge message. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  8. writeshianwrite says:
    April 15, 2014 at 4:07 am

    Great friends are like lemon aid on a hot summer day. It’s great that you’re a great friend and good that your friend told you.

    Reply

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