Category Archives: Teamwork

It’s (Going to Be) a GIRL!

Posted on September 2, 2016 by russtowne

My Beloved and I just learned that our oldest son Ben and his wife Erika are expecting a GIRL! After four much-loved grandsons we were hoping for a girl and our wish is coming true! Thank you, Ben and Erika! … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Family, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Joy & Happiness, New Releases, Teamwork, Uncategorized | Tagged children, Grandchildren, grandparnting | 23 Comments

I Got A Call Yesterday

Posted on March 16, 2016 by russtowne

I got a call yesterday from Denis Loiseau the songwriter who four or five years ago was the one who invited me to co-write my first song with him. We wrote several songs together and enjoyed working with each other … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure, Song Lyrics I've Written or Co-Written, Song Updates, Songs I've Written or Co-Written, Songwriting Adventure, Teamwork, Working with a Co-Writer, Writing, Writing Project Updates | Tagged co-writing, Love, pain, Songwriting | 19 Comments

They Were Dancing in the Streets!

Posted on December 25, 2015 by russtowne

Purple Fox and the Heebie Jeebies I received a Christmas day surprise when I went onto Amazon.com to find Purple Fox and the Heebie Jeebies was released on Christmas Eve! This is the story that my co-writer Josh Friedman and … Continue reading →

Posted in Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Family "Fun", Fiction, Fiction I've Written, My Written Works Misc., Teamwork, Uncategorized, Working with a Co-Writer, Writing, Writing Project Updates, Youth | Tagged author, children's book, picture book, writer | 4 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

The Way Out is Often Through

Posted on August 11, 2015 by russtowne

In my last post I mentioned some things I want to expand a bit on. I believe that attempts to quickly end suffering (or just go numb for a while because the pain is so bad) often leads to addictions … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Courage, Dealing with Pain & Grief, Fear, Growth/Learning, LIfe Lessons, Loss, Suffering, Teamwork | Tagged fear, Grief, home, pain, the way out | 13 Comments

Attention People Who Love to Help Create Children’s Books!

Posted on August 7, 2015 by russtowne

I’m an author of several self-published children’s books. I have far more additional stories and ideas for additional books than I have the financial resources to self-publish them in a timely fashion. Self-publishing has become quite an expensive undertaking for … Continue reading →

Posted in Beta Readers, Children, Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Cover Design, Creative Designs, Editing, Interior Layout, Opportunities, Project Updates for Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Story Writing Adventures, Teamwork, Writing, Writing Project Updates | Tagged books, childrens', cover, design, editing, illustrations | 8 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

“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 →

Posted in Adventure, Children, Connection/Connecting, Courage, Dealing with Pain & Grief, Dreams, Generosity, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Gratitude, Healing, Humor, Inspiring, Joy & Happiness, Kindness, Life, LIfe Lessons, Loss, Love, Making Memories, Making the World a Better Place, Non-Fiction, Non-fiction Stories I've Written, Non-Fiction Writing I've Done, Optimism, Pain & Grief, Parenting, Success, Talent, Teamwork, Time, True Stories I've Written, Truth, Unexpected Pleasures, Writing, Writing Project Updates | Tagged aging, anthology, challenges, children, Family, humor, inspiring, kindnes, non-fiction, Relationships, short stories, Slices of Life, social encounters, survival | 27 Comments

“Here”

Posted on September 21, 2014 by russtowne

I don’t normally post fiction on this blog, but I believe this story falls within the tone and theme of this site. With love, Russ Here By Russ Towne An older, distinguished-looking man met me at the boat. He had an … Continue reading →