Category Archives: Quotes I Love

Power to Wither or Heal

Posted on October 2, 2012 by russtowne

“We seldom know the influence of the words we speak, for we cannot see into the hearts of those who hear them. But language has power to wither or heal; and, if we are to avoid victimizing others, the manner … Continue reading →

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Climbing The Mountain

Posted on September 26, 2012 by russtowne

“In this life we are all just walking up the mountain and we can sing as we climb or we can complain about our sore feet. Whichever we choose, we still gotta do the hike. I decided a long time … Continue reading →

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A Candle In Their Darkness

Posted on September 24, 2012 by russtowne

If there are people in your life who come to you only when they need you, perhaps it is because they view you as a candle when there is darkness. (Paraphrased from something a friend recently shared in a public … Continue reading →

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An Infinite Succession of Presents

Posted on September 20, 2012 by russtowne

(Originally posted on March 30, 2012) “To be hopeful in bad times is not just foolishly romantic. It is based on the fact that human history is a history not only of cruelty, but also of compassion, sacrifice, courage, kindness. … Continue reading →

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A World As Big As Your Heart

Posted on September 3, 2012 by russtowne

“A person’s world is only as big as his heart.” –Tanya A. Moore (Source: Tiny Buddha) I believe that saying is true and wise. As my heart has grown so has my world. Russ

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Something Wonderful Is About To Happen

Posted on August 31, 2012 by russtowne

“Wake up every morning with the thought that something wonderful is about to happen.” — Unknown (at least to me) Source: Jolyn of theJolynProject.com fame. I truly believe in the wisdom of this approach to life. The more I use … Continue reading →

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Knowledge and Wisdom

Posted on August 31, 2012 by russtowne

“Knowledge is proud that she knows so much. Wisdom is humble that she knows no more.” –William Cowper Source: Onlinewellnessnetwork.com Russ

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Embracing the Present

Posted on August 28, 2012 by russtowne

“You can clutch the past so tightly to your chest that it leaves your arms too full to embrace the present.” (seen at the wonderful site I Stop For Suffering. http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/I-stop-for-suffering/263956387017672 ). Russ

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Every Great Dream

Posted on August 27, 2012 by russtowne

“Every great dream begins with a dreamer and is fulfilled by a doer. –Line one: Harriet Tubman –Line two: Russ Towne Russ

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“Kindness Is Love In Action”

Posted on August 26, 2012 by russtowne

billgncs of http://bwthoughts.wordpress.com/ fame made a comment to one of my posts yesterday that I not only love, but I’ve pondered at length. He said, “I think kindness is love in action.” I’ve shortened it to “Kindness is love in … Continue reading →

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