Category Archives: Quotes I Love

Changing the World

Posted on May 17, 2012 by russtowne

“Never doubt that a small group of people can change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has.” – Maragret Mead There is power and wisdom in these words. And hope for the few to be able … Continue reading →

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The Song In My Heart

Posted on May 16, 2012 by russtowne

“A friend knows the song in my heart and sings it to me when my memory fails.” -Donna Roberts A buddy posted this quote on FB and I like it. Thought you might too.

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Golden Truth

Posted on May 13, 2012 by russtowne

“Truth, like gold, is to be obtained not by its growth, but by washing away from it all that is not gold.” -Leo Tolstoy I saw this quote at Wordsmith.com and like the quote and the comparison. Truth, like gold, … Continue reading →

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Eckhart Tolles’ Keys to Happiness

Posted on May 11, 2012 by russtowne

I believe there is much wisdom in these words: “Don’t seek happiness. If you seek it, you won’t find it, because seeking is the antithesis of happiness. Happiness is ever elusive, but freedom from unhappiness is attainable now, by facing … Continue reading →

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Sounds Like A Wonderful Time To Me…

Posted on May 11, 2012 by russtowne

“I had rather be shut up in a very modest cottage with my books, my family and a few old friends, dining on simple bacon, and letting the world roll on as it liked, than to occupy the most splendid … Continue reading →

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Might as Well Dance!

Posted on May 9, 2012 by russtowne

I like collecting my favorite sayings and quotes and using them as reminders and affirmations as to important life lessons. I’m especially fond of ones that I believe are true in virtually all cases. I call them “Truisms”. I plan … Continue reading →

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I Believe

Posted on May 8, 2012 by russtowne

‘Any time not invested with love is wasted.’ I don’t know who originally coined that phrase but the older I get the more I believe it to be true. Life is short and getting shorter, so I’m focused on making … Continue reading →

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Staying Young

Posted on May 6, 2012 by russtowne

“A man is not old until his regrets take the place of his dreams” –John Barrymore In that case, I’m still a young whippersnapper for my ripe age and grandfather-hood. As they say, “It’s never too late to have a … Continue reading →

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Love Is…

Posted on May 5, 2012 by russtowne

Never having to do a tick-check by yourself. This was posted by a friend who lives in the Deep South (USA).

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Coincidence? I Don’t Think So… ;-D!

Posted on May 4, 2012 by russtowne

“The word LISTEN contains the same letters as the word SILENT.” – Alfred Brendel I saw this quote on a friend’s Facebook post. It made me think. I think I’ll be quiet now. ;-D!