Category Archives: Grandparenting & Grandkids

Four Generations of Love

Posted on October 21, 2016 by russtowne

Thomas hugs, delights, and entertains, his Great Grandpa Fukuda who is back in the hospital but coming home later today. With Love, Russ

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Puddle Fun for a Grandson

Posted on October 19, 2016 by russtowne

Our oldest grandson Thomas is about 4-1/2 years old, which means he’s never known a time when California wasn’t suffering from drought. There have been far too few times when young children could jump in puddles where we live. Fortunately … Continue reading →

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The Great Carrot Caper

Posted on October 12, 2016 by russtowne

  Our grandson Thomas learned first-hand that one often gets to reap what one sows. He loves carrots and his Mama loves gardening so it was natural they planted a lot of carrot seeds in their garden. Harvest time! The … Continue reading →

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Ridin’ The Ghost Train Under a Taco Moon

Posted on October 9, 2016 by russtowne

        A photo of Thomas, My Beloved, and me on the Ghost Train We had the pleasure of our grandson Thomas’ company yesterday and all took a ride on The Ghost Train. A local county park has a … Continue reading →

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Four Book Project Updates

Posted on September 14, 2016 by russtowne

I just finished writing the text for a book titled, Stop Peeing in the Kitty Litter! It’s a humorous and heartwarming non-fiction piece that gives readers useful information for dealing with children from toddler-age through late teens. It will also be a … Continue reading →

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It’s (Going to Be) a GIRL!

Posted on September 2, 2016 by russtowne

My Beloved and I just learned that our oldest son Ben and his wife Erika are expecting a GIRL! After four much-loved grandsons we were hoping for a girl and our wish is coming true! Thank you, Ben and Erika! … Continue reading →

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“What Happened to Your Belly?”

Posted on August 10, 2016 by russtowne

During my visit to Maryland one of my three-year old twin grandsons noticed how much his mommy’s stomach had shrunk after the birth of the their new younger brother and asked: “What happened to your belly?” His mommy replied, “That’s where … Continue reading →

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Measuring What Matters Most

Posted on August 10, 2016 by russtowne

My recent trip to see my newest grandson, his twin brothers, and his parents reminded me once again that my true wealth continues compounding at an amazing rate. When people say children are expensive they often forget to consider how much … Continue reading →

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Yes, I Remember

Posted on August 10, 2016 by russtowne

My Beloved and I just returned from a wonderful visit to meet our newest grandson, Raiden, in Maryland, his parents (our son Brian and his wife Kristi) and his brothers three year old twins Zachary and Alexander.  It was a … Continue reading →

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Being Mama

Posted on April 5, 2016 by russtowne

Our oldest grandson Thomas is nearly four years old and is as curious as ever. On a brief road trip he began to touch My Beloved’s purse. He calls her Mama (his mother is “Mommy”). “Are you supposed to be … Continue reading →

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