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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 law of…

Posted on June 12, 2013 by russtowne

Originally posted on Hope* the happy hugger:
Todays Daily Prompt: You have the power to enact a single law. What would it be? Many years ago I was part of one of those team building exercises.  The exercise on this day…

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Update, Photos and Quotes

Posted on June 12, 2013 by russtowne

Sources: Old Lady: Memories Last Forever photo Learning: Dennisse Liseth’s photo Reading: Judith Butler quote, The Reading Room’s photo Heaven: Heaven on Earth As for the quotes, if words such as “always, never, should, and shouldn’t” are off-putting to you–as … Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Focus, Growth/Learning, Humor, Observations, Photos That Touched Me, Quotes I Love, Random Thoughts, Reading, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

More Photo Fun and a Quote

Posted on June 12, 2013 by russtowne

Sources: Spider!: DealDash’s photo Playing Hide and Seek: Forever Awezome Beware: Forever Awezome “There is no better exercise for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up.” –John Holmes (Source: tinybuddha) Love, Russ

Posted in Animals, Children, Compassion, Fun, Health, Heart, Humor, Kindness, Parenting, Photos That Touched Me, Quotes I Love, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

A Conversation With The Universe

Posted on June 9, 2013 by russtowne

(Source: Harmonious Existence Remembered shared David James Lees quote) Love, Russ

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“The Best Part Of Waking Up…”

Posted on June 9, 2013 by russtowne

A sweet little boy surprised his grandmother one morning and brought her a cup of coffee. He had made it himself and was so proud. He anxiously waited to hear the verdict on the quality of the coffee. The grandmother … Continue reading →

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They Are Not Gone

Posted on June 9, 2013 by russtowne

(Source: “Rumi’s photo” as seen on FB). “Death has nothing to do with going away. The sun sets. The moon sets. But they are not gone.” -Rumi

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Friday Photo Fun

Posted on June 7, 2013 by russtowne

Sources: “When You Align…”: Let’s Be Positive Together Cop & Kids: The Secret To Humor Is Surprise Planting Cats: Kimberly Dowling Bed & Breakfast: The Secret To Humor Is Surprise Love, Russ

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Cover Art For My Song “Clyde and I”

Posted on June 7, 2013 by russtowne

Attached is the illustration for the cover art for my song “Clyde and I”. I should be able to post the song to you within a week, and with a slight revision it might be the cover art for a … Continue reading →

Posted in Creativity, Fun, Humor, Project Updates for Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 23 Comments

A Great Legacy

Posted on June 6, 2013 by russtowne

After needing 13 liters of blood for a surgery at the age of 14, a man named James Harrison pledged to donate blood once he turned 18. It was discovered that his blood contained a rare antigen which cured Rhesus … Continue reading →

Posted in Generosity, Gifts, Goodness, Health, Inspiring, Kindness, Stories That Touched Me | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 17 Comments