Category Archives: Life

Brightest Gems in a Useful Life

Posted on November 29, 2013 by russtowne

Guard well your spare moments. They are like uncut diamonds. Discard them and their value will never be known. Improve them and they will become the brightest gems in a useful life. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson ~ (Sources: Ute Lark … Continue reading →

Posted in Courage, Life, Quotes I Love, Uncategorized, Wisdom | Tagged courage, potential, quotes, Ralph Waldo Emerson, time, wisdom | 12 Comments

What a Wonderful World

Posted on November 20, 2013 by russtowne

http://www.godvine.com/Doctor-Welcomes-New-Babies-fb-gvx-3800.html “Confront every encounter with a smile on your face and a song in your heart.” –Carey D. Andrew-Jaha M.D. “When you look at life through eyes of gratitude, the world becomes a magical and amazing place.” –Jennifer Gayle (Source: … Continue reading →

Posted in Kindness, Life, Quotes I Love, Vids & Stories That Touched Me | Tagged doctor sings to babies, fun, heart-warming, quotes, video | 11 Comments

Or No Coat at All

Posted on November 15, 2013 by russtowne

(Soulseed’s photo) (Source: Forever Awezome) (Source: Forever Awezome) (Source: A friend) With Love, Russ

Posted in Compassion, Humor, Life | Tagged compassion, fun, humor, Life, photos, quotes, quotos | 6 Comments

Dreams, and What Actually Happens

Posted on November 9, 2013 by russtowne

I used to say to people, “May your dreams come true.” I’ve learned that quite frequently that isn’t what leads a person to lasting joy. I’m now more likely to say, “May your dreams come true, or may what actually … Continue reading →

Posted in Dreams, Life, LIfe Lessons, Observations | Tagged dreams, Life, life lessons, observations | Leave a comment

Surprises Regarding My Non-Fiction Book Writing Project

Posted on November 9, 2013 by russtowne

My non-fiction book-writing project is coming together very well. Actually, more precisely, it is splitting apart. Over time, it has become increasingly clear that the topics seem to be divided into two primary categories: Relationships and Life. I have so … Continue reading →

Posted in Following Your Passion, Heart, Joy & Happiness, Life, Love, Marriage, My Written Works Misc., Non-Fiction Writing I've Done, Relationship Lessons Learned, Story Writing Adventures, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged "From the Heart of a Grateful Man", "Refections of a Grteful Man", author, book, books, heart, Life, Love, non-fiction, reflections, Relationships, self-publishing, writing | 16 Comments

Choices

Posted on November 5, 2013 by russtowne

Whenever I receive an email or other message with a link and a note that says something to the effect that opening it is a fun way to waste time, I immediately delete the message without opening the link. It … Continue reading →

Posted in Choices, Life, Observations | Tagged choices, Life, observations, opportunity | 13 Comments

Update and Clarification

Posted on November 3, 2013 by russtowne

Much of the material for “From the Heart of a Grateful Man” is being drawn on, or derived from, earlier writing or notes that I’d created thinking some day they might come in handy if I ever decided to write … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Following Your Passion, Life, LIfe Lessons, My Beliefs, Non-Fiction Writing I've Done, Observations, Passion, True Stories I've Written, Writing | Tagged "From the Heart of a Grateful Man", author, books, non-fiction, writing | 12 Comments

“From the Heart of a Grateful Man”

Posted on November 2, 2013 by russtowne

I began work this morning on my first non-fiction book. It is titled “From the Heart of a Grateful Man”. I love to set aggressive goals for myself and communicate them publicly. It keeps me honest. So, my goal is … Continue reading →

Posted in Gratitude, Heart, Life, Non-fiction Stories I've Written, Non-Fiction Writing I've Done, Writing | Tagged author, gratitude, heart, Life, Love, non-fiction, non-fiction book, writing | 15 Comments

Choosing Which Ones to Surf

Posted on October 8, 2013 by russtowne

Sources: Surf: Forever Awezome Life: GoPetFriendly.com’s photo With Love, Russ

Posted in Beauty, Choices, Joy & Happiness, Life, LIfe Lessons, Nature, Photos That Touched Me, Quotes I Love, Quotos, Uncategorized | Tagged beauty, choices, emotions, Life, nature, surfing | 7 Comments

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 →