Category Archives: Nature

Nature’s Symphony Cover Art and Song

Cover art has finally been created for “Nature’s Symphony”. The photo was taken by a friend of mine named Peter Johnson. I’ve included the song too, for those who haven’t yet heard it or would like to hear it again. … Continue reading

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Last Dance

They clung tightly Knowing that if they leapt It would be forever Flirted with each other for months Waiting for just the right moment For the ultimate release Then the magic moment came And in a reckless rush They simply … Continue reading

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Rain

Liquid smoke Ever-changing Ethereal and ephemeral Whispering wisps Bellowing billows Fading away Rain. –Russ Towne

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Earth’s Music

“The Earth has music for those who listen.” –Wm Shakespeare From the rhythm of ocean waves To the dance by sun and moon Everything has a cadence If we listen for its tune. –Russ Towne

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“Nature’s Symphony”

Here is my latest song, “Nature’s Symphony”. I wrote the lyric and Kevin Harris did the rest. Russ

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Parahawking

I found this video soothing, exhilarating, relaxing, and thrilling all at the same time. Russ

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Enchanted

Some folks say there’s too much silence When out in the country If only they could hear All the sounds that inspire me The leaves on each tree do their own little dance As they sway to every tune When … Continue reading

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OK, Now I’ve Gone and Done It: The Dance

I’ve successfully avoided writing poetry for virtually all of my 55 years, but today I caved in. I blame it on two words: Dappled Shadows They popped into my head about an hour ago and wouldn’t go away. I tried … Continue reading

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An Unexpected Pleasure

I have mentioned a time or two that it sometimes takes awhile for me to become human in the morning–and often involves substantial amounts of caffeine in order to do so. Today was one of those mornings. I was awakened … Continue reading

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Nature’s Reminder

I believe that it is no accident that the most favored flower of love in many cultures–the rose–often has big thorns along with the beauty of their exquisitely designed shape, vibrant colors, soft sensuous petals, and perfume-like scents. I believe … Continue reading

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