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.

Just Being Papa

Posted on June 5, 2016 by russtowne

My Beloved and I had our four year old grandson Thomas today while his parents were at the Sharks game. In the middle of lunch, Thomas looked up from his meal and said with a solemn expression on his face, “I … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Family, fun, grandfather, grandparent, Grandson, humor | 23 Comments

gargoyles.

Posted on June 4, 2016 by russtowne

Originally posted on I didn't have my glasses on….:
is it my imagination or are gargoyles beginning to look more human these days? – “in fact, i have never met anyone who didn’t like gargoyles.” -keith david

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Measured By Love

Posted on June 4, 2016 by russtowne

I love this message! It’s a great reminder from a woman who combines heart and wisdom in her posts. With Love, Russ

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My Old Friend is Gone

Posted on June 3, 2016 by russtowne

Duke collapsed yesterday morning and had a hard time getting up. I rushed him to the vet, they examined him and had me bring him to the emergency medical hospital last night. He kept getting worse and became non-responsive this … Continue reading →

Posted in Dealing with Pain & Grief, Dogs & Other Wonderful Creatures, Loss, Uncategorized | Tagged death, dogs, friends, Grief, loss | 44 Comments

Luck

Posted on June 2, 2016 by russtowne

It’s been my experience that there’s a great deal of difference between being a member of the Hard Luck Club and the Hard Work Luck Club. With Love, Russ P.S. No news from the neurologist yet regarding Duke yet, but I … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Luck, Uncategorized | Tagged adversity, hard work, Luck | 9 Comments

My Old Friend Duke is Having a Very Bad Day

Posted on June 2, 2016 by russtowne

My Old Friend My old friend Duke is having a very a rough day. He collapsed and couldn’t get up this morning. I rushed him to the veterinarian. His red blood cell count is 18% of normal. The vet referred … Continue reading →

Posted in Dogs & Other Wonderful Creatures, Friendship, Love, My Old Friend Duke, Uncategorized | Tagged Dog, Duke, Friendship, Love | 25 Comments

Chances Are

Posted on June 2, 2016 by russtowne

Originally posted on Kevin Barrett's Blog:
Do the things that interest you and do them with all your heart. Don’t be concerned about whether people are watching you or criticizing you. The chances are that they aren’t paying any…

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Simplicity

Posted on May 31, 2016 by russtowne

Originally posted on Dr Bill Wooten:
The greatest wisdom is in simplicity. Love, respect, tolerance, sharing, gratitude, forgiveness. It’s not complex or elaborate. The real knowledge is free. It’s encoded in your DNA. All you need is within you. Great…

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I See Coincidence Everywhere

Posted on May 28, 2016 by russtowne

Originally posted on Kevin Barrett's Blog:
People are entirely too disbelieving of coincidence. They are far too ready to dismiss it and to build arcane structures of extremely rickety substance in order to avoid it. I, on the other…

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