Tag Archives: gratitude

The Magic of Enough

Posted on September 7, 2018 by russtowne

I call it my “Happiness Threshold.” There is an income level that once I’ve achieved it, I’ve found any additional income doesn’t make me any happier. I make a good living now, but there have been times when I made … Continue reading →

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Posted on August 18, 2018 by russtowne

Photo by Martin Adams on Unsplash A heart-felt thank you to the many kind people who are my wings and inspire me to learn to fly. It’s a beautiful feeling to step off into the unknown every day knowing there … Continue reading →

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An Epiphany

Posted on June 18, 2018 by russtowne

Image Credit: Robert Collins via Unsplash.com I’ve often pondered what makes people happy; what makes me happy. Over the years I’ve developed several theories on the subject, both about the various ways people in general become happy, and specifically what … Continue reading →

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No Place Left for Fear

Posted on February 13, 2018 by russtowne

May your days be so filled with blessings and gratitude that there is no place left for fear. With Love, Russ

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Gratitude Comes Naturally

Posted on September 25, 2017 by russtowne

    I believe there is great wisdom in delighting in the blessings all around us. Gratitude comes naturally when we see with the eyes of a young child and experience with an open heart all the miracles of our … Continue reading →

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An Appreciating Asset

Posted on March 30, 2017 by russtowne

Our love is an appreciating asset. The more we appreciate it, The greater our love becomes. With Love, Russ

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My Beloved

Posted on December 7, 2016 by russtowne

Several of you have asked for update regarding Heidi. Her situation is improving. They put her back on one of the antibiotic drugs they thought was causing the allergy reaction and gave a different non-drowsy drug to her for the allergic reaction, … Continue reading →

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Being There

Posted on September 29, 2016 by russtowne

Many of the most powerful moments in my life, the times I feel the most alive, the most useful, and the most connected to everyone and everything are those times I am there when someone needs me the most. Just … Continue reading →

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Life’s Best Moments

Posted on September 16, 2016 by russtowne

Life’s best moments for me are when my heart is touched by the words and actions of others and I feel a universal connection. I’m grateful to all who have created such moments for me, and to all who would … Continue reading →

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Gratitude and Expectations

Posted on October 22, 2015 by russtowne

A mantra I use which has greatly increased the joy and decreased the sadness and disappointments in my life is: “Be grateful for everything and expect nothing.” As with many of life’s profound messages, it is easy to say but easy to forget when life … Continue reading →

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