Category Archives: Inspiring

Way to Go, Worcester!

Posted on August 15, 2018 by russtowne

Photo by Swaraj Tiwari on Unsplash How one man with big trouble who did what he had to do without complaint inspired a town. This story delighted me. I saw the article at Leo @ Not All News is Bad. … Continue reading →

Posted in help, Inspiring, Kindness, Uncategorized | Tagged help, inspiring, kindness, MD, worcester | 4 Comments

A Tale of Two Trees

Posted on May 23, 2017 by russtowne

I love cherries. My Beloved bought and planted two cherry trees for me. One is healthy, growing fast, and had a big first crop of cherries this year. The second tree is tiny. Shortly after it was planted it partially … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Challenges, Gardening, Inspiring, perspective, Uncategorized | Tagged adversity, challenges, cherries, Inspiration, trees | 17 Comments

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 →

Posted in Beauty, Courage, Inspiring, Risk, Uncategorized | Tagged beauty, flower, image, inspiring, Risk | 12 Comments

“Let’s Run Though the Rain!”

Posted on May 4, 2016 by russtowne

A little girl had been shopping with her Mom in Walmart. She must have been 6-years-old, this beautiful red-haired, freckle-faced image of innocence. It was pouring outside. The kind of rain that gushes over the top of rain gutters, so … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Inspiring, Parenting, Uncategorized | Tagged children, inspiring, mikeysfunnies.com, rain | 12 Comments

I Love this Video

Posted on August 30, 2015 by russtowne

I love this video and I’ll bet most of you will too. Connecting the Dots I Love this Video With Love, Russ

Posted in Acceptance, Adversity, Breakthroughs, Bullying, Challenges, Choices, Commitment, Courage, Following Your Passion, Growth/Learning, Inspiring, LIfe Lessons, My Beliefs, Opportunities, Strength, Success, Vids & Stories That Touched Me | Tagged courage, inspiring, perserverence, strength, Success | 9 Comments

An Inexpensive Set of Valuable Lessons

Posted on March 15, 2015 by russtowne

In my last post I mentioned a friend’s story involving homeless people reminded me ozone of my stories which I then re-shared in the post. I liked his story so much that I asked him if I could share it with … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakthroughs, Compassion, Connection/Connecting, Creativity, Generosity, Goodness, Inspiring, Making the World a Better Place | Tagged compassion, growth, homeless, street people, understanding | 12 Comments

Heartbreak to Lifelong Loving Memories

Posted on February 23, 2015 by russtowne

A friend sent this link to me. The story and photos brightened my day. May they do the same for you. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2962916/Osceola-County-cops-flock-autistic-boy-s-birthday-party-mom-Ashlee-Buratti-revealed-none-classmates-turned-up.html With Love, Russ

Posted in Adversity, Children, Community, Compassion, Connection/Connecting, Generosity, Goodness, Inspiring, Joy & Happiness, Kindness, Making the World a Better Place, Photos That Touched Me, Stories That Touched Me, Teamwork | Tagged autism, birthday party, compassion, fire fighters, heartbreak, Love, police | 9 Comments

“Slices of Life” has Been Released!

Posted on September 28, 2014 by russtowne

I’m pleased to announce that Slices of Life has been released and is available on Amazon.com! Slices of Life is an anthology of the selected non-fiction stories. From heart-warming memories of childhood, to humorous perspectives on aging and inspiring stories … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure, Children, Connection/Connecting, Courage, Dealing with Pain & Grief, Dreams, Generosity, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Gratitude, Healing, Humor, Inspiring, Joy & Happiness, Kindness, Life, LIfe Lessons, Loss, Love, Making Memories, Making the World a Better Place, Non-Fiction, Non-fiction Stories I've Written, Non-Fiction Writing I've Done, Optimism, Pain & Grief, Parenting, Success, Talent, Teamwork, Time, True Stories I've Written, Truth, Unexpected Pleasures, Writing, Writing Project Updates | Tagged aging, anthology, challenges, children, Family, humor, inspiring, kindnes, non-fiction, Relationships, short stories, Slices of Life, social encounters, survival | 27 Comments

Kindness Was The Name Of The Game

Posted on September 10, 2014 by russtowne

Kindness Was the Name of the Game By Russ Towne In 2012 my wife and I experienced a most unusual baseball game between the Giants and the Yankees. During it we got to see a 5-run homer, a batter run … Continue reading →