Category Archives: Freedom

Last Dance

Posted on October 22, 2017 by russtowne

A few autumns ago I was reminded of two lovers dancing when experiencing two dazzling falling leaves gracefully swirling around each other in a soft breeze as they reluctantly but inexorably completed their journey to the soil from whence they came: … Continue reading →

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835,000 People Today Alone

Posted on July 13, 2017 by russtowne

I just read an inspiring and uplifting article. A snippet: “Every day, another 250,000 people graduate from extreme poverty, according to World Bank figures. About 300,000 get electricity for the first time. Some 285,000 get their first access to clean … Continue reading →

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The Ransom

Posted on January 29, 2017 by russtowne

Hate holds its self-imprisoned hostages at the intersection of Fear and Ignorance. A ransom of Kindness is key to their release. Wth Love, Russ  

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Finally Free

Posted on December 27, 2015 by russtowne

I’ve always gained so much more than I thought I’d lost whenever I had the courage to let go of that which I ignorantly clutched so tightly for so long. With Love, Russ

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What You’ve Missed

Posted on June 11, 2014 by russtowne

Those who don’t follow my flash fiction and short story fiction blog titled Imaginings of a Grateful Man http://imaginingsofagratefulman.com missed about a dozen flash fiction and short stories in just the last week including those about: A survivor of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Challenges, Choices, Courage, Fiction I've Written, Flash Fiction, Freedom, Ingenuity, Short Stories, Teamwork, Writing, Youth | Tagged , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

A Well-Earned Rest and Glorious Vista

Posted on December 6, 2013 by russtowne

“I have walked that long road to freedom. I have tried not to falter; I have made missteps along the way. But I have discovered the secret that after climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many … Continue reading →

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The Scars Remain

Posted on September 16, 2013 by russtowne

The only true joy on earth is to escape from the prison of our own false self, and enter, by love, into union with the Life who dwells, and sings, within the essence of every creature, and in the core … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Breakthroughs, Bullying, Freedom, Life, Love, Photos That Touched Me, Quotes I Love, Spirit, Uncategorized, Wisdom | Tagged , , , , , , , | 20 Comments

One Of My Heroes and a Quote That Helps To Explain Why

Posted on February 28, 2013 by russtowne

“As I walked out the door toward my freedom I knew that if I did not leave all the anger, hatred and bitterness behind that I would still be in prison.” –Nelson Mandela (Source: Online Wellness Network) A wise man … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Anger, Forgiveness, Freedom, Quotes I Love, Wisdom | Tagged , , , , , , | 10 Comments

Truth Beckons

Posted on January 23, 2013 by russtowne

Dare I heed its call? I’ve fought it for so long Did all I could to stall But I see now I was wrong But when bigotry was all I knew It was safer with my own kind So I … Continue reading →

Posted in Beauty, Breakthroughs, Courage, Freedom, Growth/Learning, Poetry I Wrote, Suffering, Truth | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

It’s The Little Things…With Flapping Wings

Posted on August 30, 2012 by russtowne

A dozen Canada Geese just flew in V-formation over my office only about 30 feet above me and gloriously honking away. I love such moments. They bring so up many positive feelings and memories that I sometimes get the chills … Continue reading →

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