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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.

Is Anyone Else Having Trouble Following My New Blog?

I just received a report that someone has clicked “Follow” on my new blog multiple times and yet is still unable to follow my new blog. Is anyone else having issues following it? Does anyone have suggestions as to what … Continue reading

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An Unbelieveably Talented Two Year Old!

http://www.utrend.tv/v/bball-baby/ With Love, Russ

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Random Acts of Magic: The Free Gas Giveaway

Originally posted on Kindness Blog:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkij5AfAfIw

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Legacy

I apologize that I’m barraging you with so many announcements so close together, but since two more books will be released shortly, I thought I better tell you about a different project now. I’ve begun writing my first fictional short … Continue reading

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My First Non-Fiction Book For Adults Has Just Been Released

Or, you could just go to Amazon.com and type “Russ Towne” in the search field to see all my books and hear several of my songs. “From the Heart of a Grateful Man” is focused on Relationships, Family, and Parenting. … Continue reading

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To Do As Many Things As We Can

My Beloved and I are big fans of actress Judi Dench. We have watched the popular British sitcom “As Time Goes By” so many times that we practically have memorized the lines. I just read that today is her birthday … Continue reading

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Mirrors, Hearts, and Souls

(Source: Through a Country Momma’s Eyes) May you be surrounded by hearts that reflect and protect the beauty of your soul. With Love, Russ

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A Well-Earned Rest and Glorious Vista

“I have walked that long road to freedom. I have tried not to falter; I have made missteps along the way. But I have discovered the secret that after climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many … Continue reading

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For My Daughter and Every Daughter…

http://www.forbes.com/sites/ruchikatulshyan/2013/12/06/this-amazing-hair-commercial-portrays-sexist-labels/?partner=yahootix …and for my sons and every son. With Love, Russ PS: My focus is on the message, not the product. I don’t care one way or another about the latter. But the former is a powerful reminder that I … Continue reading

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Here’s to Seers of the Invisible

Some of my worst memories became some of my best when a person saw my sadness and loneliness while everyone else around me seemed not to notice that I was even there. At times the person wasn’t known to me, … Continue reading

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