Tag Archives: kindness

Smiles

Posted on October 16, 2012 by russtowne

I was out watering my ferns and redwoods this afternoon when this came to me: Smiles They warm my heart and spirits And never go out of style Like the beaming ones that couples show As they walk together down … Continue reading →

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Dads and Daughters

Posted on October 9, 2012 by russtowne

I work from home. We live in an old rural-looking neighborhood where all of the mailboxes for houses on both sides of the street are on the side that is across the street from our house. Near the mailboxes a … Continue reading →

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Power to Wither or Heal

Posted on October 2, 2012 by russtowne

“We seldom know the influence of the words we speak, for we cannot see into the hearts of those who hear them. But language has power to wither or heal; and, if we are to avoid victimizing others, the manner … Continue reading →

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An Infinite Succession of Presents

Posted on September 20, 2012 by russtowne

(Originally posted on March 30, 2012) “To be hopeful in bad times is not just foolishly romantic. It is based on the fact that human history is a history not only of cruelty, but also of compassion, sacrifice, courage, kindness. … Continue reading →

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The Worst Kind Of Loneliness

Posted on September 2, 2012 by russtowne

Most people have been touched by the tragedy of suicide. That saddens me for the person and for the world that is deprived of their gifts. I don’t know what the total answer to that tragedy is, but I’ll bet … Continue reading →

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“Kindness Is Love In Action”

Posted on August 26, 2012 by russtowne

billgncs of http://bwthoughts.wordpress.com/ fame made a comment to one of my posts yesterday that I not only love, but I’ve pondered at length. He said, “I think kindness is love in action.” I’ve shortened it to “Kindness is love in … Continue reading →

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Kindness: A Universal Language

Posted on August 24, 2012 by russtowne

“Kindness … a language that the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” — Mark Twain (I saw this saying in a post by onlinewellnessnetwork.com) I’ve heard it said that music is the universal language. While I agree that … Continue reading →

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Collateral Kindness

Posted on August 18, 2012 by russtowne

A kind reader recently complimented this blog and asked what I put on my cornflakes or breakfast bars in the morning that always made me so cheerful. Reading her comment warmed my heart and made me laugh. You’ll see why … Continue reading →

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Being Kinder in What You Say, One Word at a Time

Posted on August 17, 2012 by russtowne

Being Kinder in What You Say, One Word at a Time.

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I Got A Liebster! What’s a Liebster?

Posted on August 17, 2012 by russtowne

Judysp kindly nominated me for the Liebster award in her blog A Daily Thought at http://judysp.wordpress.com/. I highly recommend that you check out her thought-provoking, touching, and fun blog. I cut and pasted most of her post below: “What is … Continue reading →

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