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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 it Feels Like to Walk and Be Loved

Posted on May 17, 2014 by russtowne

Source: KBON 101.1 FM’s photo With Love, Russ

Posted in Adversity, Challenges, Children, Family, Love, Parenting, Photos That Touched Me, Spirit, Stories That Touched Me | Tagged , , , , , , , | 22 Comments

A Moment They Will Never Forget

Posted on May 15, 2014 by russtowne

Originally posted on My Good Time Stories:
Photo Credit: US Military Academy Every once in a while, you read a story that simply touches your heart in a special way. Today’s short story is an example of an experience of…

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The Great Escapist

Posted on May 14, 2014 by russtowne

Harry Houdini had nothing on this little guy! http://biggeekdad.com/2014/04/honey-badger-escape/ With Love, Russ

Posted in Animals, Attittude, Challenges, Creativity, Fun, Fun Vids, Humor | Tagged , , , , , | 10 Comments

Project Updates

Posted on May 10, 2014 by russtowne

Thank you for helping to spread the word to writers and poets about the three anthologies I’m compiling. My goal is to help as many writers and poets get published this year as possible and to help those who are … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Action, Adventure, Children, Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Connection/Connecting, Creativity, Writing | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

Grandpa’s Treasures

Posted on May 9, 2014 by russtowne

It has been a while since I indulged myself by sharing photos of my grandsons… I think the title says it all… With Love, Russ

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Look Up

Posted on May 6, 2014 by russtowne

Powerful, especially if watched until the end. With Love, Russ http://blog.petflow.com/this-is-a-video-everyone-needs-to-see-for-the-first-time-in-my-life-im-speechless/

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Tiny Fingers

Posted on May 1, 2014 by russtowne

One of my favorite rituals between my two year old grandson Thomas and me starts when he rings the doorbell at our front door and My Beloved answers it. Thomas runs in yelling “Papa! “Papa!” (that’s what he calls me) … Continue reading →

Posted in Blessings, Children, Family, Fun, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Gratitude, Joy & Happiness, Love, Making Memories, Miracles, Observations, Random Thoughts, Unexpected Pleasures | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 23 Comments

If I Could

Posted on April 30, 2014 by russtowne

  If I could, I’d hold you tight and whisper in your ear, “You are safe, you are loved, I care, and I’m here.” If I could, I’d help you find greater inner peace From all your grief and torment … Continue reading →

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A Great Quote for the Day!

Posted on April 30, 2014 by russtowne

Originally posted on My Good Time Stories:
Photo Credit: Flik via CCFlickr There are many times throughout our lives that we can get so wrapped up in the hustle and bustle of every day life with work, school, family, friends,…

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Unique Pedestrian Traffic Sign in Norway!

Posted on April 26, 2014 by russtowne

Originally posted on Margos Blog:
Traffic Sign makes people do the Monty Phython Silly Walk! We all know by now that it is very very healthy to laugh. When you laugh you produce hormones that heal your body that make…

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