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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.

Dream So Big Your Fear Can’t Stop You

The thought that came to mind when I read the article linked below is what I used for the title of my post. Dream So Big Your Fear Can’t Stop You With Love, Russ  

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The Only Limitation

People who believe they have no smiles left inside them are greatly short-changing themselves and the world. Within each of us is a nearly infinite number of potential smiles that is only limited by how many days of life we’re granted. With … Continue reading

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Today’s Quote

I love this photo and the quote that is with it. I wonder whether he’s enjoying the rainstorm from a beautiful perch or just trying to stay out of the rain. It’s the same situation, but each mindset creates a … Continue reading

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A New Milestone

I just finished a rough draft of a story for my first middle-grade chapter book, titled Sir Alex Sleighs a Dragon. Please let me know if you’d like to see a copy of it and would be willing to a beta reader … Continue reading

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The Future Will Surprise the Pessimists

This will take you to the most uplifting and encouraging thing I’ve read in a very long time. Making a Huge Difference With Love, Russ  

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Like the white puff

Sometimes the gentle blow is a whisper from within. With Love, Russ Live & Learn I contacted a well-known artist to discuss the possibility of drawing lessons. As a child, I used to draw all the time. It absorbed me … Continue reading

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Nature’s Symphony

Some of you know I began my writing adventure as a lyricist. I thought I’d share one of the songs I wrote a few years ago. Kevin Harris helped me to polish the song and he put music to it … Continue reading

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Coming Home

My experience of touching my spirit was akin to going some place for the first time and and realizing I’d come home. I wondered what had taken me so long to find such a beautiful place that had been there all … Continue reading

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A Lifelong Friendship

Each book is an opportunity to begin a beautiful friendship, some of which last a lifetime. With Love, Russ

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A Chance to Read My Stories Before They’re Published

  Would you like to read my stories before they are published? Are you willing to be Beta Reader? I seek Beta Readers for Flora Belle and Dreami Dragon (a picture book story) and A Hippo Learns to Fly (my first board book story*.) For those who are unfamiliar … Continue reading

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