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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.

Doggie Naughtiness

Posted on November 27, 2013 by russtowne

http://thelaughhouse.net/20-hilarious-pet-shaming-signs/ With Love, Russ

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The greatest kindness

Posted on November 26, 2013 by russtowne

Originally posted on Dr Bill Wooten:
“Love is sometimes shown in the things you don’t say, don’t keep track of and don’t notice. The greatest kindness is often shown in letting things go. None of us is perfect, but we…

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An email I got which I want to share…

Posted on November 25, 2013 by russtowne

Originally posted on linda123ainslie:
I got this email and enjoyed it such that I thought you all might enjoy it…. I hate it when he plays “Mount Everest.”   Menopause sucks. Who the heck is “Sugar Lips?”   Those…

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Filled With Words

Posted on November 22, 2013 by russtowne

Originally posted on Kevin Barrett's Blog:
Success is a finished book, a stack of pages each of which is filled with words.  If you reach that point, you have won a victory over yourself no less impressive than sailing…

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Probable Cover Photos For “Heart” and “Reflections”

Posted on November 21, 2013 by russtowne

Here are the cover photos I hope to use for my non-fiction books being released late this month “From the Heart of a Grateful Man” and early in December “Reflections of a Grateful Man”. They were taken by a dear … Continue reading →

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“I Choose Love”

Posted on November 20, 2013 by russtowne

I saw the article linked here on Andrea Kelly’s FB page. Thank you, Andrea. This man is modeling love and acceptance in a wonderful way. On The Beauty Of Women With Love, Russ

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What a Wonderful World

Posted on November 20, 2013 by russtowne

http://www.godvine.com/Doctor-Welcomes-New-Babies-fb-gvx-3800.html “Confront every encounter with a smile on your face and a song in your heart.” –Carey D. Andrew-Jaha M.D. “When you look at life through eyes of gratitude, the world becomes a magical and amazing place.” –Jennifer Gayle (Source: … Continue reading →

Posted in Kindness, Life, Quotes I Love, Vids & Stories That Touched Me | Tagged , , , , | 11 Comments

The Pale Blue Dot – A Short Movie Which May Change Your Perspective

Posted on November 19, 2013 by russtowne

Originally posted on Saarimner.com:
…about the greatness of our “home”, the earth.

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The Girl With The Apples

Posted on November 19, 2013 by russtowne

Originally posted on A Daily Thought:
English: Buchenwald gatehouse, June 2006. by Stephen Bell. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Please read this interesting story that is about to be into a movie. A force for good against evil. The  girl with the…

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The Silence Between the Words

Posted on November 18, 2013 by russtowne

(Source: Ute Lark shared Motivation Live share of Zig Ziglar’s quote) (Source: Let’s Be Positive Together) One of the tasks of true friendship is to listen compassionately and creatively to the hidden silences. Often secrets are not revealed in words, … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Family, Family "Fun", Friendship, Fun, Photos That Touched Me, Quotes I Love, Quotos, Regret | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 9 Comments