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The Impeded Stream is the One that Sings

Posted on June 12, 2016 by russtowne

“It may be that when we no longer know what to do, we have come to our real work. And when we no longer know which way to go, we have begun our real journey. The mind that is not … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Attittude, Beauty, Gratitude, Joy & Happiness, Uncategorized | Tagged challenges, impediements, Inspiration, joy, song | 15 Comments

Sitting On My Porch

Posted on June 8, 2016 by russtowne

Thank you for the reminder, Colleen. Storms do the same with the human spirit, often with glorious results. With Love, Russ

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Originally posted on I didn't have my glasses on….:
we stopped to listen to an ensemble of young girls playing lovely music at the weekend farmer’s market. their teacher said they were in the 8th grade where everyone is…

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Wanna Try Again?

Posted on June 6, 2016 by russtowne

Humor for those having a rough day: The General wanted to test gate security, and knowing that guards were currently under orders to shoot to kill if a car didn’t stop, he zoomed through the front gate, past the guard, … Continue reading →

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What If You Don’t Know What You Want?

Posted on June 5, 2016 by russtowne

Originally posted on talktodiana:
The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why. Mark Twain We’ve been told that we should pursue our purpose. But what if you don’t…

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Just Being Papa

Posted on June 5, 2016 by russtowne

My Beloved and I had our four year old grandson Thomas today while his parents were at the Sharks game. In the middle of lunch, Thomas looked up from his meal and said with a solemn expression on his face, “I … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Family, fun, grandfather, grandparent, Grandson, humor | 23 Comments

gargoyles.

Posted on June 4, 2016 by russtowne

Originally posted on I didn't have my glasses on….:
is it my imagination or are gargoyles beginning to look more human these days? – “in fact, i have never met anyone who didn’t like gargoyles.” -keith david

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Measured By Love

Posted on June 4, 2016 by russtowne

I love this message! It’s a great reminder from a woman who combines heart and wisdom in her posts. With Love, Russ

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My Old Friend is Gone

Posted on June 3, 2016 by russtowne

Duke collapsed yesterday morning and had a hard time getting up. I rushed him to the vet, they examined him and had me bring him to the emergency medical hospital last night. He kept getting worse and became non-responsive this … Continue reading →

Posted in Dealing with Pain & Grief, Dogs & Other Wonderful Creatures, Loss, Uncategorized | Tagged death, dogs, friends, Grief, loss | 44 Comments

Luck

Posted on June 2, 2016 by russtowne

It’s been my experience that there’s a great deal of difference between being a member of the Hard Luck Club and the Hard Work Luck Club. With Love, Russ P.S. No news from the neurologist yet regarding Duke yet, but I … Continue reading →