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Let There Be Light

Posted on March 9, 2018 by russtowne

Several of you asked how our home addition and remodel incoming along. Now that the electricians have begun installing light fixtures and other electrical do–dads I’ll be better able to show the progress and results to you. I originally planned … Continue reading →

Early Bloomer

Posted on March 8, 2018 by russtowne

The early bloomer gets the glory as this little show-off demonstrates how it’s done to her budding community on one of my cherry trees. Warm weather (75 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit) in February after heavy rains has inspired blooming buds … Continue reading →

Posted in Beauty, images, Nature, Uncategorized | Tagged beauty, image, nature, Silicon Valley, Valley of the Heart's Delight | 8 Comments

One of My Favorite Things to Do

Posted on March 8, 2018 by russtowne

I read three of my children’s picture books to a class of Kindergarteners today and loved every minute of it. Their reactions to the stories and their questions after each were delightful. When I’d read all three I asked which … Continue reading →

Posted in Author Readings/Guest Readings, Children's Picture Books, Uncategorized | Tagged author, book events, childrens', picture, reading | 9 Comments

Today’s Quote

Posted on March 6, 2018 by russtowne

This quote resonates with me and I wanted to share it. With Love, Russ

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Another Huge Win for Humankind

Posted on March 1, 2018 by russtowne

Polio, a terrible and tragic crippler of millions of young children when I was growing up appears about to be eradicated. I just read an article that included this from snippet from Bill Gats: “…humanity could see its last case … Continue reading →

Posted in good news, Health, Health and Medical News, images, Uncategorized | Tagged baby, cnbc, good news, health, polio | 6 Comments

Posted on March 1, 2018 by russtowne

If your eyes are blinded with your worries, you cannot see the beauty of the sunset. ~ Jiddu Krishnamurti ~ Source: https://soulgatherings.wordpress.com/2018/03/01/todays-quote-1813/#respond With Love, Russ

Posted in Beauty, images, Uncategorized | Tagged beach, beauty, California, Capitola, images | 2 Comments

We’ll Carry You

Posted on February 27, 2018 by russtowne

An excerpt from a heart-warming article I read today: A teacher was asked by a high school student what to do if a shooter came into their classroom: “I want you to know that I care deeply about each and … Continue reading →

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365 Challenge: Day 343 – Grateful (Author Alert: Russ Towne)

Posted on February 23, 2018 by russtowne

Thank you for your kind and generous post, Jay. I’m honored by your comments! Russ

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Car Picnic at Hidden Villa

Posted on February 22, 2018 by russtowne

My Beloved and I took our oldest Grandson to Hidden Villa Farm nestled in Los Altos Hills. It was a cold day with a biting wind. We’d planned an outdoor picnic but five minutes into setting it up convinced us … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Family, Family Fun, Uncategorized | Tagged Family, farm, fun, Grandchildren, images | 7 Comments

Flying High Without Wings

Posted on February 21, 2018 by russtowne

As many if you know, Clyde was my first children’s book character and has been quite popular in his own right, but he ended up in Wilbur’s shadow as the upside-down duck flew onto the scene. I’m delighted to announce … Continue reading →