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An amazing woman

Posted on July 25, 2013 by russtowne

Originally posted on Ute smile:
This is a story of an extraordinary woman, who depite physical difficulties followed her dream. Margarete Steiff was born 166 years ago today, 24th July 1847 in Giengen/Germany and died of pneumonia 9th May 1909…

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Creative Endeavors

Posted on July 16, 2013 by russtowne

If you are interested in my creative endeavors, please check out It is brand new. Recent posts include one of my songs; an update on, and excerpt from, my latest completed story, “Clyde and I Help a Hippo to Fly”; … Continue reading →

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My Friday Lament

Posted on July 12, 2013 by russtowne

Originally posted on Waiting for the Karma Truck:
I want to be young again, but I really don’t want to re-live all the lousy stuff that occurs in the normal course of growing up. I want to be old enough…

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A Request I Hope You’ll Find Fun

Posted on July 12, 2013 by russtowne

I’ve written two children’s stories that are becoming books for young children of “read to me” and early reader ages. In order to get them into the hands of hundreds of children more quickly, I started a Kickstarter project. My … Continue reading →

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Go Where you are Love

Posted on July 10, 2013 by russtowne

What a great message!

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Gratitude

Posted on July 6, 2013 by russtowne

“Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others.” –Cicero (Source: Online Wellness Network)

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To Be Alive

Posted on July 5, 2013 by russtowne

“Being alive.” There is a lot of power, potential, and meaning in those two little words. The hyphen between the dates on a tombstone. May we all make the most out of what that hyphen represents.

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Quotos (Quotes and Photos)

Posted on July 3, 2013 by russtowne

Sources: Free: The Four Winds Society photo Old Age: Jackie Papandrew’s photo Chipmunks: Miracle of Wisdom photo — “When something bad happens, you have 3 choices. You can let it define you, let it destroy you, or you can let … Continue reading →