Tag Archives: Grandchildren

Something I Learned About Myself

Posted on August 24, 2013 by russtowne

When the packages containing the physical proofs of my first two books arrived, I was quite surprised that rather than being excited and anxious to open them–like a young child at Christmas–I was reluctant to do so. I put the … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Creativity, Fun, Growth/Learning, Joy & Happiness, Writing | Tagged "Clyde and I", author, children, children's books, children's stories, Cyde and I Help a Hippo to Fly", Grandchildren, growth, Grumbly Grumpadinkle, kindness named Love, learning, pet kindness named Love, printing, publishing, Rusty Bear, Rusty Bear and Thomas, self-publishing, Too, Wendly Goodlight, writing | 10 Comments

The Twins and Grumbly Grumpalump

Posted on August 4, 2013 by russtowne

My Beloved and I are visiting our son Brian and DIL Kristi and our new twin grandsons, Alexander and Zachary. We’re loving the time we are blessed to have with them. The twins very rarely cry during daylight hours. That’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Blessings, Children, Family, Family "Fun", Grandparenting & Grandkids, Making Memories, Story Writing Adventures | Tagged children's author, children's book, children's story, Grandchildren, grandsons, Grumbly Grumpalump, twins | 16 Comments

Proud Papa and the Twins

Posted on July 22, 2013 by russtowne

Posted in Abundance, Children, Parenting, Photos That Touched Me | Tagged father, Grandchildren, grandfather, grandsons, Mother, papa, parenting, sons, twins | 23 Comments

Proud Mama and the Twins

Posted on July 22, 2013 by russtowne

Here is my DIL Kristi with my twin grandsons. Due to all the tubes–some of which you can see in the photo–the babies daddy (my son Brian) can hold only one at a time, but will soon be able to … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Children, Family, Love, Photos That Touched Me | Tagged Abundance, babies, daddy, Family, Grandchildren, grandfather, grandmother, Grandparents, grandsons, infants, Love, mommy, parents, twins | 30 Comments

Look Out World, Here They Come!

Posted on July 18, 2013 by russtowne

My Beloved and I became grandparents of twins today! Alexander Samuel and Zachary Robert and their mommy and daddy are all doing well. The twin’s grandparent’s are thrilled, ecstatic, and proud of all four members of the new family. This … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Children, Family, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Miracles, Parenting | Tagged babaies, birth, born, boys, Family, Grandchildren, grandparenting, Grandparents, parents, twins | 26 Comments

Grandsons Update

Posted on May 6, 2013 by russtowne

I had just finished reading a book to Thomas last night and had put it down. He picked it up and said “More” clear as day. Have I said lately how much I love my grandson and his parents? As … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Children, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Gratitude, Love, Miracles, Photos That Touched Me | Tagged books, Grandchildren, Grandparents, Grandson, photo, reading, sharks | 23 Comments

Updates & Quotes

Posted on April 19, 2013 by russtowne

Hi, everyone. Contrary to circumstantial evidence, I remain among the living. Though I’m back home, a dead computer, new Windows 8, a backed up sewer line, and other “opportunities to learn and grow” have dramatically slowed down my quarterly letter … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Adventure, Children, Dreams, Grace, Grandparenting & Grandkids, Growth/Learning, Love, Marriage, Quotes I Love | Tagged beloved, daughter-in-law, dreams, Family, father-in-law, grace, Grandchildren, grandfather, Grandparents, grandsons, imperfections, Love, relocation, snow, son, true, walking, wife | 15 Comments

A Lot Can Be Lost In Transition

Posted on September 18, 2012 by russtowne

“Adults are only kids grown up, anyway.” –Walt Disney I love Walt Disney, and like this saying. But I also believe that for most adults, a lot can be lost when going from being a kid to being an adult. … Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Grandparenting & Grandkids, LIfe Lessons | Tagged adults, children, grandchild, Grandchildren, grandfather, grandmother, grandparent, grown up, grown ups, Walt Disney | 14 Comments

LAST DANCE AT THE BUS BAR

Posted on March 8, 2012 by russtowne

My first gransdon is due in less than seven weeks and I can’t wait. I share the story below to honor all those who have been a parent or grandparent, or would someday like to be. I hope you enjoy … Continue reading →

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Grandkids Say The Darnedest Things

Posted on February 29, 2012 by russtowne

A friend shared these with me and I thought you might enjoy them too: 1. She was in the bathroom, putting on her makeup, under the watchful eyes of her young granddaughter, as she’d done many times before. After she … Continue reading →