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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.

Three Little Words

Posted on July 18, 2012 by russtowne

Sometimes kind people do unkind things, and it can be a kindness to privately point out the unkindness in a kind way. Often the three little words “That was unkind” said in a gentle and loving way can have a … Continue reading →

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Posted on July 18, 2012 by russtowne

Originally posted on istopforsuffering:
Living with a positive perspective has immense benefits.  You live up to your potential –you develop the capacity to embrace all opportunities with enthusiasm, and you allow the simple things in life to lift you.  Plus…

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Out of the Mouths of Babes

Posted on July 17, 2012 by russtowne

I think these are great! From http://www.mikeysFunnies.com Russ Today’sFUNNY=========================== OUT OF THE MOUTHS OF BABES! JACK (age 3 )was watching his Mom breast-feeding his new baby sister… After a while he asked: ‘Mom why have you got two? Is one … Continue reading →

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That Which Feeds My Soul

Posted on July 17, 2012 by russtowne

Dear internet friends: I want to come clean about something. I don’t automatically follow someone’s blog just because they follow mine, and I don’t expect anyone to follow mine just because I follow theirs. I’m happy when someone finds something … Continue reading →

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The Best Speech You’ll Ever Regret

Posted on July 17, 2012 by russtowne

I saw the following at Waiting For The Karma Truck as part of a post and REALLY LIKED IT and wanted to share it with you. If you haven’t checked out that site I recommend that you do. “Speak when … Continue reading →

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The Only Normal People

Posted on July 16, 2012 by russtowne

“The only normal people are the ones you don’t know very well!” – Joe Ancis

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Dogs on Rainy Days Too!

Posted on July 16, 2012 by russtowne

I saw the quip below and wanted to share it with you! It is funny and true. — Cleaning with kids in the house is like brushing your teeth while eating Oreos! — The same thing is true about trying … Continue reading →

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For Those Who Could Use a Smile

Posted on July 16, 2012 by russtowne

today’sFUNNY=========================== The town’s fire marshall was conducting a health and safety course at the senior center. He asked Mrs. Frobisher, “In the event of a fire, what steps would you take?” Mrs. Frobisher answered, “Really big ones.” [forwarded by Steve … Continue reading →

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Thank You For Your Patience!

Posted on July 16, 2012 by russtowne

My quarterly letters and reports are FINALLY all sent out, and my brother and his daughter from out of state left yesterday afternoon after a wonderful visit with us, so by this afternoon I will be able to do more … Continue reading →

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Keys to Our Marital Happiness

Posted on July 14, 2012 by russtowne

A friend commented something to the effect that it sounds like communication is a key part of what makes our marriage successful. I thought I’d share my response with all of you and augment it in this post: Yes, communication … Continue reading →

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