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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.

“What a Gift that Is”

Posted on December 22, 2015 by russtowne

This story touched me and I believe it will touch you too.  A single dad with an autistic child and a job as a dishwasher, a broken van, a $1,500 bill it took him six months to save the money … Continue reading →

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“Papa” and the Boys Reading the “Purple Hippo Book”

Posted on December 17, 2015 by russtowne

Kristi snapped some shots of Alex, Zach, and me reading what Alex calls “The Purple Hippo Book.” With love, Russ  

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Guess Who’s Visiting

Posted on December 17, 2015 by russtowne

My son Brian, his wife Kristi, and our grandtwins Alex and Zach are in visiting! Happy days! Alex loves “The purple hippo book” (my book titled Clyde and I Help a Hippo to Fly.) He’s asked me to read it … Continue reading →

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May Their Loads Be Lightened

Posted on December 11, 2015 by russtowne

May those whose beauty is hidden behind layers of hatred, fear, and ignorance begin to become enlightened so their loads can be lightened. With Love, Russ

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Kindness in a Red and White Suit

Posted on December 11, 2015 by russtowne

Kindness in a Red and White Suit This Santa gets it. With Love, Russ

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I Enjoyed this a LOT!

Posted on December 11, 2015 by russtowne

Surprise for their customers A grocery store surprised their customers in a fun way. I enjoyed this a lot and think you will too. I’ve never seen it done before. With Love, Russ

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Poetic Choices

Posted on December 11, 2015 by russtowne

Each day adds new lines to the poetry that’s our lives. May we wisely infuse them with beauty and love. Genesis: The above thought came to me as I commented on a poem titled “You”: “You” With love, Russ   … Continue reading →

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Moose Over!

Posted on December 10, 2015 by russtowne

With Love, Russ

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Joyous Connection

Posted on December 10, 2015 by russtowne

Sometimes my heart is touched so deeply tears of joyous connection flow. With love, Russ

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Priceless Gifts from a Homeless Stranger

Posted on December 9, 2015 by russtowne

Originally posted on Russ Towne's A Grateful Man :
I often drive by the place where the story below occurred and think about the young woman in the story. Another story by a friend reminded me of this incident and…

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