Category Archives: Connection/Connecting

An Interesting Day

Posted on December 3, 2017 by russtowne

Today was the beginning of the two-day Loma Prieta Holiday Crafts Faire in the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains.  It’s the first time I’ve been there. The day started a bit rough. When I got to my space at the event it … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Events and Interviews, Challenges, Connection/Connecting, Crying, Dealing with Pain & Grief, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | 12 Comments

Life’s Best Moments

Posted on September 16, 2016 by russtowne

Life’s best moments for me are when my heart is touched by the words and actions of others and I feel a universal connection. I’m grateful to all who have created such moments for me, and to all who would … Continue reading →

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Colossal Kindness from a Tiny Town

Posted on September 15, 2016 by russtowne

I believe I may have read at least part of this story before, but I enjoyed (re-?)reading it so much a few minutes ago that I wanted to share it with you. It’s long by social media standards, but I … Continue reading →

Posted in Compassion, Connection/Connecting, Generosity, Kindness, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

A Novellette Is Born

Posted on August 19, 2016 by russtowne

I’m a happy, hopeful, and grateful man as I sit outside at about 9:45 PM, watching what appears to me to be a full moon ascend. It is silohuetting a redwood tree that is perhaps seventy-five feet tall. I’m smiling at … Continue reading →

Posted in Connection/Connecting, Dreams, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 24 Comments

My Focus and Wish

Posted on January 1, 2016 by russtowne

To do what I love with those I love, be grateful for everything, foster connection and ease suffering, and help people see the greatness and goodness within themselves and others. May your New Year be filled with blessings. With Love, Russ

Posted in Blessings, Connection/Connecting, Focus, Following Your Passion, Gratitude, Suffering | Tagged , , , , | 20 Comments

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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Posted on September 11, 2015 by russtowne

http://www.liftable.com/andreadcombs/two-seconds-left-player-passed-ball-wrong-team-hes-hero/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=RebirthOfFreedom&utm_content=2015-09-10 Hero A wonderful story that will help wash our eyes so we can see the goodness and greatness in others and in ourselves a little a little clearer. With Love, Russ

Posted in Authentic Living, Beauty, Choices, Compassion, Connection/Connecting, Goodness, Joy & Happiness, Kindness, LIfe Lessons, Love, Making Memories, Making the World a Better Place, Teamwork | Tagged , , , | 6 Comments

The Loving Choice

Posted on August 28, 2015 by russtowne

John Blanchard stood up from the bench, straightened his Army uniform, and studied the crowd of people making their way through Grand Central Station. He looked for the girl whose heart he knew, but whose face he didn’t–the girl with … Continue reading →

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Struggles, Suffering, Joy, and Connection

Posted on July 23, 2015 by russtowne

Too often when I’ve focused primarily on myself it has led to greater struggle and suffering. When I focus my efforts and energy on creating and maintaining relationships and communities that share similar priorities, values, ethics, and goals, I often … Continue reading →

Posted in Connection/Connecting, Joy & Happiness | Tagged , , , , | 20 Comments

There Really Are a Lot of Good People Out There

Posted on March 16, 2015 by russtowne

A friend named Dennis just shared with me the following story and said I could share it with you. I enjoy experiencing and sharing such stories, and believe you do too. With Love, Russ “…thought I’d share a story with … Continue reading →

Posted in Compassion, Connection/Connecting, Kindness, Making the World a Better Place, Stories That Touched Me | Tagged , , | 15 Comments