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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.

The Twins are HOME!

My twin grandsons have finally been released from the hospital and are now safely at HOME! They will soon be in my arms, and have been in my heart from the moment I learned of their existence. With Love, Russ

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A Gift of Trying Times

I love this quote and believe in the truth and wisdom of it. Sadly, the times I typically learn and re-learn this lesson are when I need friends the most. The great news is that those are the times that … Continue reading

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An amazing woman

Originally posted on Ute smile:
This is a story of an extraordinary woman, who depite physical difficulties followed her dream. Margarete Steiff was born 166 years ago today, 24th July 1847 in Giengen/Germany and died of pneumonia 9th May 1909…

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A Single Sunbeam

Sources: Sunbeam: Smile at me shared St. Francis of Assisi’s quote Past & Future: Smile at me Tree on Cliff: Boulder Medicine Wheel’s photo With Love, Russ

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If You’d Like to Meet Clyde’s Newest Friend…

If you’d like to meet Clyde’s newest friend, you’re invited to go to my blog Clyde and Friends at http:clydeandfriends.com I just created a post for that blog that introduces a character who has a most unusual dream. The post … Continue reading

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Details Regarding Books To Seriously Ill Children Around the World

This is to clarify my comments regarding my plans to send books to seriously ill children and/or hospitals or other facilities who support them around the world. I don’t want to give any false impressions. While I hope to over … Continue reading

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Kindness and Smiles

Sources: Walking the boy: Karen Robiscoe shared Life With Dogs photo Melting Fan: Karen Robiscoe shared Ashley Hinson KCRG’s photo Smiles: Karen Robiscoe shared I Love Quotes, I Love Fun. Do You’s photo Kindness: Mark Twin I Tried to Be … Continue reading

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Proud Papa and the Twins

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Proud Mama and the Twins

Here is my DIL Kristi with my twin grandsons. Due to all the tubes–some of which you can see in the photo–the babies daddy (my son Brian) can hold only one at a time, but will soon be able to … Continue reading

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My Children’s Books Free To Some Seriously Ill Children, Hospitals, and/Or Libraries on Every Continent

I plan to donate some of my books to seriously ill children, children’s hospitals, and/or children’s libraries on every continent. My Kickstarter project is now 91% funded with 6 days left! To those of you who have supported the cause, … Continue reading

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