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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.

A Children’s Rhyming Story Poem

Posted on May 14, 2015 by russtowne

V. G. and Me  When I watched a butterfly Flutter by in the sky, I tripped into a prickly bush With thorns so sharp, they hurt my tush! I wriggled and scriggled but got more stuck. I felt trapped and … Continue reading →

Posted in Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Compassion, Humor, Kindness, LIfe Lessons, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote | Tagged , , , , | 17 Comments

Random Funnies

Posted on May 8, 2015 by russtowne

Laughter is an antidote to many unpleasant things… May these photos help ease or cure whatever may be ailing you today. With Love, Russ

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Humor In Honor of Mothers

Posted on May 8, 2015 by russtowne

One day a little girl was sitting and watching her mother do the dishes at the kitchen sink. She suddenly noticed that her mother had several strands of white hair sticking out, in contrast on her brunette head. She looked … Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Humor, Parenting | Tagged , , , | 7 Comments

Dark Beauties

Posted on May 6, 2015 by russtowne

Dark Beauties   Delightful tree silhouettes Framed by dusk-dimmed skies Your verdant beauty turns to black Before enchanted eyes You don’t complain about the change As nightfall draws near You simply use the light that’s left To make your silhouettes … Continue reading →

Posted in Acceptance, Challenges, Nature, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote | Tagged , , , , , , | 16 Comments

You’re a Beautiful Memory

Posted on May 5, 2015 by russtowne

  You’re a Beautiful Memory Long after You’ve gone Your memory Brings Hope In the deepest Depths of despair Beauty When ugly Seems everywhere Love To transform apathy Wisdom To help my eyes to see Light That shines through darkest … Continue reading →

Posted in Loneliness, Loss, Love, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote | Tagged , , , , | 32 Comments

Welcome The Virtuous

Posted on May 5, 2015 by russtowne

Originally posted on Kevin Barrett's Blog:
Live a good life.? If there are gods and they are just, then they will not care how devout you have been, but will welcome you based on the virtues you have lived…

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Whispers In A Hurricane

Posted on May 5, 2015 by russtowne

I love the powerful imagery and message of this post. May our whispers be heard above the sound of the strongest hurricanes to comfort, support, bless, honor, and bring hope to those most in need of them.

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So simple

Posted on May 4, 2015 by russtowne

Originally posted on Dr Bill Wooten:
“It’s all really very simple. You don’t have to choose between being kind to yourself and others. It’s one and the same.” ~ Piero Ferrucci, Italian Philosopher and Psychotherapist

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So, I Was Just Sitting Here

Posted on May 3, 2015 by russtowne

I saw this photo and cracked up. May it brighten dark days and bring smiles to faces too long in need of one. This came from : http://thestoryreadingapeblog.com/2015/05/03/ever-have-one-of-those-days-when/ With Love, Russ

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Love is more than a feeling

Posted on May 3, 2015 by russtowne

Originally posted on talktodiana:
Love me when I least deserve it, because that’s when I really need it. ~ Swedish proverb It is easy to love someone when all is well. When they’re meeting our expectations. When there exists a reciprocal…

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