Category Archives: Humility

Choices

Posted on August 8, 2014 by russtowne

I very rarely listen to or read “the news” from traditional channels. On average their news stories are far too negative (and often politically motivated and slanted) for me. I focus on the positive by investing time to read and … Continue reading →

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It’s What You See…And Do

Posted on July 11, 2013 by russtowne

I believe the same is true for cruelty, hatred, gossip, betrayal, undkindness, neglect, indifference, violence, and destruction, except when those seeds are sown, they create chains of more of the same until they are broken by love, kindness, courage, strength, … Continue reading →

Posted in Compassion, Courage, Humility, Kindness, My Beliefs, Observations, Photos That Touched Me, Quotes I Love, Strength | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

One Of His Canines Appears To Be Getting Loose

Posted on January 29, 2013 by russtowne
Posted in Dogs & Other Wonderful Creatures, Humility, Photos That Touched Me | Tagged , , , | 9 Comments

He Got To the Bottom of the Situation

Posted on December 8, 2012 by russtowne

Some weekend humor. (Some might say weakened humor.) This joke is dedicated to anyone who is having the kind of day described in the joke. May it bring a smile to your face and be the beginning of a much … Continue reading →

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A Humble Man Who Walked On The Moon Is Gone

Posted on August 25, 2012 by russtowne

Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon is gone. He died at age 82, leaving an amazing legacy. Goodbye, Mr. Armstrong. Thank you for modeling modesty while achieving great things. May your next journey be even more … Continue reading →

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Thank YOU!

Posted on August 21, 2012 by russtowne

I’ve got a confession to make. I’m not proud of it. It is about how I’ve shown up–or NOT–for most of my life. For example, I know at the logical level that by the time one reaches adulthood many people … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Acceptance, Friendship, Gratitude, Humility, Love | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 20 Comments

My Heroes: Warriors and Peacemakers: James Stewart

Posted on August 19, 2012 by russtowne

I recently realized that all of my favorite heroes were either warriors or peacemakers. I thought that was a bit odd. Yeah, I know, a lot about me is more than a bit odd, but in this case I dug … Continue reading →

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