Category Archives: Courage

Heroes​ Come in All Ages

Posted on May 17, 2019 by russtowne

A quick-thinking nineteen-year-old crane operator saves fourteen people from a burning building. Hero With love, Russ Story source: Leo @ Not All News is Bad Photo credit: Mohamed Nohassi via Unsplash.com    

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Thank You

Posted on November 10, 2017 by russtowne

Thank you to all who put themselves in harm’s way to protect others, and thank you to their families for the sacrifices made so others can remain safe and free. With Love from a Grateful Man, Russ  

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The Royalty of Loyalty

Posted on October 19, 2017 by russtowne

What a wonderful story of the loyalty of a dog during the Northern California fires. Odin’s loyalty was tested by fire With Love, Russ

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Caring and Courage

Posted on June 9, 2017 by russtowne

I still care greatly what friends and family in particular think of me, but do what I do anyway. I believe it’s a bit like being afraid but not letting fear control my life. I acknowledge it’s there and most … Continue reading →

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Unfurling

Posted on April 21, 2017 by russtowne

This post is to celebrate all those who are taking the risk to unfurl from a safe bud so the world can experience their beauty. May you find the world appreciative and supportive, and your efforts inspire others to begin … Continue reading →

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Fear, Sour Grapes, Shrinking, & Growing

Posted on April 13, 2017 by russtowne

I’ve too often let fear keep me from doing things I’ve wanted to do. Or perhaps I just just didn’t want to do those things badly enough (though that sounds a bit like “sour grapes” rationalizing to me.) In more … Continue reading →

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A Quote from a Book I’m Reading

Posted on February 23, 2017 by russtowne

“It is good to say that you are afraid,” Sakim said. “It is not good to be too bold. A little fear makes a man think. It is better to be a little afraid and yet do what has to … Continue reading →

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Dream So Big Your Fear Can’t Stop You

Posted on February 15, 2017 by russtowne

The thought that came to mind when I read the article linked below is what I used for the title of my post. Dream So Big Your Fear Can’t Stop You With Love, Russ  

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As Much of Me as I Have the Courage to Share

Posted on January 15, 2017 by russtowne

It’s critically important to me to share my truth in everything I write, perhaps my fiction most of all. I owe readers as much of me as I have the courage to express in my books: Love, pain, shame, grief, joy, … Continue reading →

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Reporting for Duty

Posted on September 9, 2016 by russtowne

The day after 9/11, a man appeared at a New York City firehouse offering to help. He was a former employee — he had worked at the firehouse from 1980 to 1984 before changing careers. Despite his nearly two decades … Continue reading →

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