Category Archives: Blessings

I Just Opened a Window

Posted on April 25, 2014 by russtowne

It began to feel a bit stuffy in my home office, so I just opened a window. It only took a moment, but in the space of a heart-beat magic happened. My senses were aroused by the sumptuous melodies of … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Animals, Awareness, Blessings, Connection/Connecting, Contentment, Feelings/Emotions, Gifts, Gratitude, Heart, Joy & Happiness, Miracles, Nature, Peace | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 26 Comments

Gifts

Posted on April 24, 2014 by russtowne

Yesterday I saw a lone Canada goose in the middle of the day, honking non-stop as it flew across the sky. Seeing geese fly is one of my favorite sights and normally brings a smile to my face. Not this … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Beauty, Blessings, Gratitude, My Beliefs, Nature, Observations | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 16 Comments

A Wish For You

Posted on April 20, 2014 by russtowne

I’m sometimes such a slow learner in life that the lessons I’m here to be taught must be given to me over and over again. As a result they can be bitter and harsh. May you be so loving and … Continue reading →

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Rainstorm Moments and Memories

Posted on March 26, 2014 by russtowne

I write this while sitting outside in a heavy downpour. Technically, I’m outside typing on an electrical device while sitting in the open just covered by the edge of an overhang. I’m about as near as one can be without … Continue reading →

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Rainstorm and Rainbow Revelry on a Cloudless Day

Posted on October 20, 2013 by russtowne

I love rain drops and rainstorms, reveling in the many sounds they make, the feel of raindrops on my skin, the sight of each drop as it splash-dances onto whatever it touches, the way they freshen the air, and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Beauty, Blessings, Inspiring, Joy & Happiness, Making Memories, Miracles, Nature, Non-Fiction Writing I've Done, Teamwork, Unexpected Pleasures | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 20 Comments

An Act of Love

Posted on August 20, 2013 by russtowne

I was awakened this morning by my Beloved as she massaged a special foot salve into my dry and cracked feet. She had just taken care of her feet, and blessed me with a brief morning wake-up foot massage. I … Continue reading →

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Family Updates

Posted on August 10, 2013 by russtowne

The trip to visit my new twin grandsons and their parents in Illinois was delightful. Everyone there is healthy. I look forward to going again shortly (this time with my other son Ben, his wife Erika, and our first grandson … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Blessings, Family, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Gratitude, Illness, Photos That Touched Me | Tagged , , , , , , , | 23 Comments

The Twins and Grumbly Grumpalump

Posted on August 4, 2013 by russtowne

My Beloved and I are visiting our son Brian and DIL Kristi and our new twin grandsons, Alexander and Zachary. We’re loving the time we are blessed to have with them. The twins very rarely cry during daylight hours. That’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Blessings, Children, Family, Family "Fun", Grandparenting & Grandkids, Making Memories, Story Writing Adventures | Tagged , , , , , , | 16 Comments

The Twins are HOME!

Posted on July 26, 2013 by russtowne

My twin grandsons have finally been released from the hospital and are now safely at HOME! They will soon be in my arms, and have been in my heart from the moment I learned of their existence. With Love, Russ

Posted in Abundance, Blessings, Children, Family, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Parenting, Photos That Touched Me | Tagged , , , , , | 12 Comments