Category Archives: Kindness

Kindness in a Red and White Suit

Posted on December 11, 2015 by russtowne

Kindness in a Red and White Suit This Santa gets it. With Love, Russ

Posted in Adversity, Kindness | Tagged autism, boy, Christmas, kindness, Santa | 4 Comments

I Just Wanted to Make Sure Your Heart Was Okay

Posted on November 22, 2015 by russtowne

This kid and his parents get it. I Just Wanted to Make Sure Your Heart Was Okay With Love, Russ

Posted in Compassion, Courage, Kindness, Making Memories | Tagged children, compassion, courage, kindness | 4 Comments

False Friends

Posted on November 8, 2015 by russtowne

A friend on Facebook and in life sent a note along the lines that she was impressed by the promotional activities I’d just begun. I feel immensely grateful for her comment, and for all the wonderfully supportive and inspirational comments and … Continue reading →

Posted in Fear, Feelings/Emotions, Friendship, Kindness, Laziness, Listening to the Whispers of the Heart | Tagged false, fear, friends, laziness, Shame | 15 Comments

Posted on September 11, 2015 by russtowne

http://www.liftable.com/andreadcombs/two-seconds-left-player-passed-ball-wrong-team-hes-hero/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=RebirthOfFreedom&utm_content=2015-09-10 Hero A wonderful story that will help wash our eyes so we can see the goodness and greatness in others and in ourselves a little a little clearer. With Love, Russ

Posted in Authentic Living, Beauty, Choices, Compassion, Connection/Connecting, Goodness, Joy & Happiness, Kindness, LIfe Lessons, Love, Making Memories, Making the World a Better Place, Teamwork | Tagged basketball, compassion, kindness, sports | 6 Comments

A Children’s Rhyming Story Poem

Posted on May 14, 2015 by russtowne

V. G. and Me When I watched a butterfly Flutter by in the sky, I tripped into a prickly bush With thorns so sharp, they hurt my tush! I wriggled and scriggled but got more stuck. I felt trapped and … Continue reading →

Posted in Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Compassion, Humor, Kindness, LIfe Lessons, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote | Tagged children, humor, poet, poetry, rhyming | 17 Comments

There Really Are a Lot of Good People Out There

Posted on March 16, 2015 by russtowne

A friend named Dennis just shared with me the following story and said I could share it with you. I enjoy experiencing and sharing such stories, and believe you do too. With Love, Russ “…thought I’d share a story with … Continue reading →

Posted in Compassion, Connection/Connecting, Kindness, Making the World a Better Place, Stories That Touched Me | Tagged compassion, connection, kindness | 15 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

Seeing for the Blind

Posted on February 12, 2015 by russtowne

App helps blind people see App helps blind people see ‘Be My Eyes’ is a free iPhone app that connects blind people with sighted volunteers via a video call. This could also be a great way to volunteer and make … Continue reading →

Posted in Kindness, Making the World a Better Place | Tagged Be My Eyes, blind, free, iPhone app | 15 Comments

Opening Doors, Minds, and Hearts

Posted on January 19, 2015 by russtowne

The video linked below touched and inspired me. My hope is that it does the same for you. Love Russ

Posted in Authentic Living, Bullying, Challenges, Choices, Courage, Kindness, LIfe Lessons | Tagged bullying, compassion, courage, kindness | 16 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 →