Author Archives: russtowne

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.

A New Perspective For Moms (Please Be Kind to Yourselves)

Posted on November 4, 2013 by russtowne

Originally posted on Kindness Blog:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bidp-9kLiqQ

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Monday Humor

Posted on November 4, 2013 by russtowne

My morning has not started well (and that’s an understatement). Fortunately, a couple of friends sent some photos that lifted my spirits a bit, and I thought I’d share them with you in case your day isn’t going very well … Continue reading →

Posted in Fun, Humor, Photos That Touched Me | Tagged fun photos, humorous, photos, pictures, pix | 2 Comments

Reflections Inspired By a Comment

Posted on November 4, 2013 by russtowne

A comment I received to my last post mentioned that my whole writing experience has mushroomed in the short time she has known me. She wondered if I ever dreamed that everything would come together as fast as it did… … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure, Dreams, Following Your Passion, Passion, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged author, book, dreams, non-fiction, reflections, writer, writing | 3 Comments

Update and Clarification

Posted on November 3, 2013 by russtowne

Much of the material for “From the Heart of a Grateful Man” is being drawn on, or derived from, earlier writing or notes that I’d created thinking some day they might come in handy if I ever decided to write … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Following Your Passion, Life, LIfe Lessons, My Beliefs, Non-Fiction Writing I've Done, Observations, Passion, True Stories I've Written, Writing | Tagged "From the Heart of a Grateful Man", author, books, non-fiction, writing | 12 Comments

Chinese Curse

Posted on November 3, 2013 by russtowne

I invested nearly all day and night yesterday on writing my first non-fiction book, titled “From the Heart of a Grateful Man”. As I did so, it occurred to me that the old Chinese curse “May you live an interesting … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure, Challenges, My Beliefs, Non-fiction Stories I've Written, Non-Fiction Writing I've Done, Observations, Writing | Tagged "From the Heart of a Grateful Man", author, Chinese curse, non-fiction, writer, writing | 18 Comments

Where It Matters

Posted on November 3, 2013 by russtowne

Our love is perfect. And even though we may not be, our love creates a bridge that spans over our imperfections and joins us where it matters. ~ Steve Maraboli ~ (Source: Ute Lark shared Precious World’s post)

Posted in Love, Quotes I Love, Relationship Lessons Learned | Tagged bridge, bridges, Love, quote, quotes, Relationship, span | 2 Comments

Stepping Stones

Posted on November 2, 2013 by russtowne

(Source: Sacred Mists Shoppe Photo)

Posted in Quotes I Love, Quotos, Uncategorized | Tagged mistakes, quotes, quotos, stepping stones | 6 Comments

“From the Heart of a Grateful Man”

Posted on November 2, 2013 by russtowne

I began work this morning on my first non-fiction book. It is titled “From the Heart of a Grateful Man”. I love to set aggressive goals for myself and communicate them publicly. It keeps me honest. So, my goal is … Continue reading →

Posted in Gratitude, Heart, Life, Non-fiction Stories I've Written, Non-Fiction Writing I've Done, Writing | Tagged author, gratitude, heart, Life, Love, non-fiction, non-fiction book, writing | 15 Comments

May You Be Carried

Posted on October 31, 2013 by russtowne

“May you be carried in the soft direction of your dreams.” (Source: Ute Lark share Precious World’s post.) May your adventure take you to many places, and best of all to the secret places in your heart and spirit that … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure, Dreams, Heart, Spirit | Tagged adventure, dreams, heart, spirit | 10 Comments

It’s What You See

Posted on October 30, 2013 by russtowne

“It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see.” –Henry David Thoreau (Source: Smile at me) May my heart enhance my vision, and spirit shine through my eyes and actions. With Love, Russ