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.

The Beautiful Side of Sports

Posted on June 17, 2015 by russtowne

Originally posted on My Good Time Stories:
Photo Credit: Paul L. Dineen via CC Flickr “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as Christ God forgave you.” – Ephesians 4:32 It was once said that sports…

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19 of the Very Best ‘Uplifting Photos of the Day’

Posted on June 16, 2015 by russtowne

Originally posted on Kindness Blog:
Human Beings. Animals. Family. Fun. Friendship. Love. Laughter….What more could you need? 1. These are Men who know how to live a little… 2. An Image That Perfectly Captures True Sisterhood… “3-years ago my aunt…

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Who Would Do Something Silly Like That?

Posted on June 15, 2015 by russtowne

Who Would Do Something Silly Like That? By Russ Towne This experience may have been the most embarrassing time of my life – and, considering how many such moments I’ve had, that is really saying something. Many years ago, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Challenges, Choices, Family, Gratitude, Humor, Marriage, Mistakes, True Stories I've Written | Tagged Family, funny, humor, marriage, non-fiction, stories | 18 Comments

What Clyde and Friends and I Have Been Up To

Posted on June 14, 2015 by russtowne

Many of you know I write children’s books. To date, I’ve written and published eight, with several more in the works. Many more would have been written and published by now except for the fact that it costs me several … Continue reading →

Posted in Creative Designs | Tagged animated, characters, children's books, colorful, creative designs, project update | 16 Comments

Sticks And Stones And Rubber And Glue

Posted on June 14, 2015 by russtowne

Originally posted on talktodiana:
The tongue has no bones but is strong enough to break a heart. ~ Unknown Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me. Or I am rubber, you are glue. Whatever…

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Sometimes Life Just Sucks…

Posted on June 7, 2015 by russtowne

I hope this post brightens the day of anyone where this title is all too accurate lately. It stars my friend Hoozy Whatzadingle of Clyde and Hoozy Whatzadingle fame. He is having a bad day and night. That’s what happens … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Challenges, Dealing with Pain & Grief, Feelings/Emotions, Life, Love, Pain & Grief | Tagged Clyde and Friends, funny, Hoozy Whatzadingle, humor, Life | 6 Comments

Just Being Me

Posted on June 5, 2015 by russtowne

Characters and image (c) Copyright Russ Towne 2015 All rights reserved. The odd-looking duck you see is none other than Wilbur Mallard Duck, star of The Duck Who Flew Upside Down. I like the illustration and its message and plan to have … Continue reading →

Posted in Authentic Living, Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Choices, Humor, Self-Acceptance | Tagged cartoon, duck, funny, humor, illustration, saying | 14 Comments

A Creative Mind

Posted on June 5, 2015 by russtowne

Originally posted on Poet's Corner:
. A Creative Mind Never Sleeps Yet Ever Dreams. ~Morgan~ . . . Beautiful artwork found on Pinterst. Credit acknowledged to the Original Artist. Thank You!

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Zach and the Toad Who Road the Bull

Posted on June 4, 2015 by russtowne

Dear friends: I don’t normally post my fiction stories on this blog but decided to make an exception in this case. The story below is a (hopefully) humorous rhyming story for children of all ages. May it brighten the day … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Children, Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Fiction, Fiction I've Written, Fun, Humor, My Written Works Misc., Short Stories, Writing, Writing Project Updates, Youth | Tagged Backer, bull, funny, humorous, story, toad | 18 Comments

Don’t Waste Your Pain

Posted on June 2, 2015 by russtowne

Originally posted on Misifusa's Blog:
“Don’t waste your pain” I heard Joel Osteen say the phrase above the other day and I can’t get it out of my mind. For me, it made perfect sense ~ when you are…

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