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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.

I Just Opened a Window

Posted on April 25, 2014 by russtowne

It began to feel a bit stuffy in my home office, so I just opened a window. It only took a moment, but in the space of a heart-beat magic happened. My senses were aroused by the sumptuous melodies of … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Animals, Awareness, Blessings, Connection/Connecting, Contentment, Feelings/Emotions, Gifts, Gratitude, Heart, Joy & Happiness, Miracles, Nature, Peace | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 26 Comments

Getting Published

Posted on April 25, 2014 by russtowne

After reaching my goal of writing and publishing seven books last year, this year I’m focused on helping many other writers get their creations published. To that end, three of my current creative projects involve collecting the work of many … Continue reading →

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Gifts

Posted on April 24, 2014 by russtowne

Yesterday I saw a lone Canada goose in the middle of the day, honking non-stop as it flew across the sky. Seeing geese fly is one of my favorite sights and normally brings a smile to my face. Not this … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Beauty, Blessings, Gratitude, My Beliefs, Nature, Observations | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 16 Comments

Have the Homeless Become Invisible?

Posted on April 24, 2014 by russtowne

Originally posted on Kindness Blog:
In this social experiment, unsuspecting people walked by relatives pretending to be homeless. Would they notice their family members? Or have the homeless become invisible? Watch how each person reacts after the big reveal in…

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Incredible Moment an Iranian Killer is Spared Execution by his Victim’s Mother

Posted on April 23, 2014 by russtowne

Originally posted on Kindness Blog:
The murderer was due to have his chair kicked away by the victim’s mother and father but the mother instead chooses to forgive him. Act of mercy: The victim’s parents take the noose off the…

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Deadheading Distractions

Posted on April 23, 2014 by russtowne

About a month ago my rose bushes began exploding with blossoms, but most of the flowers are now well past their prime or have completely lost their petals, so I went outside to water and deadhead them. My Beloved was … Continue reading →

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Secrets and Truth

Posted on April 22, 2014 by russtowne

A kind reader recently said–likely with tongue firmly in cheek–that my secrets are safe with her. Joke or not, I appreciated her comment and am grateful for such friends. In actuality, I don’t fear my “secrets” being exposed because I … Continue reading →

Posted in Choices, Communicating, Gossipping, My Beliefs, Observations, Relationship Lessons Learned, Truth | Tagged , , , , | 15 Comments

Amazing Things

Posted on April 22, 2014 by russtowne

I would never bet against anyone with high integrity, laser-focused purpose, and indomitable spirit. To me, it would be a sucker’s bet, as life proves to me over and over again the amazing achievements otherwise ordinary people accomplish with these … Continue reading →

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A Wish For You

Posted on April 20, 2014 by russtowne

I’m sometimes such a slow learner in life that the lessons I’m here to be taught must be given to me over and over again. As a result they can be bitter and harsh. May you be so loving and … Continue reading →

Posted in Blessings, LIfe Lessons, Observations, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | 19 Comments

The Hunger

Posted on April 18, 2014 by russtowne

I often have a hunger that engulfs me at the most inopportune times. It fills me with a need far greater than mere desire and can only be sated when I stop doing all else to focus exclusively on putting … Continue reading →

Posted in Focus, Non-Fiction Writing I've Done, Observations | Tagged , , , , , | 14 Comments