Tag Archives: Life

My Latest Book Just Released

Posted on September 2, 2016 by russtowne

Reflections from the Heart of a Grateful Man My book titled Reflections from the Heart of a Grateful Man is now available as an eBook on Amazon and in the Kindle Store, and will soon be available in hardcover format … Continue reading →

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The Devil’s Dance

Posted on March 14, 2016 by russtowne

I usually post my poetry on my poetry blog A Grateful Man’s Poetry at A Grateful Man’s Poetry rather than this one but in this case my heart whispered to include it on this site as well, and I’ve learned to listen … Continue reading →

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Can You Guess What the Three Letter Word Is?

Posted on February 14, 2016 by russtowne

I believe this clip will be eye-opening for many… Three letter word… With Love, Russ  

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Roles

Posted on February 3, 2016 by russtowne

Roles It saddens me to see many play silent roles, bit parts, and cameos in the movies of their lives; treating life as a dress rehearsal. Many choose victim roles rather than risk being the heroes they can be. Some … Continue reading →

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Thank You Tunisia Joylyn!

Posted on January 30, 2016 by russtowne

Thank you blogging friend Tunisia Jolyn for honoring me by nominating me for a blogging award. While I’m delighted that what I write resonates with you, Tunisia, due to time constraints and all the things one typically must do in order … Continue reading →

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Poetic Choices

Posted on December 11, 2015 by russtowne

Each day adds new lines to the poetry that’s our lives. May we wisely infuse them with beauty and love. Genesis: The above thought came to me as I commented on a poem titled “You”: “You” With love, Russ   … Continue reading →

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To Young People Everywhere

Posted on November 21, 2015 by russtowne

May you make your life a great adventure, and when you look back upon it after many decades of good health, may you smile with pride and a lifetime of wonderful memories. With Love, Russ

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Understanding Life

Posted on August 21, 2015 by russtowne

I saw a Facebook Post from Smile at Me about a saying attributed to Buddha that I’m going to paraphrase: ‘When one likes a flower they may pick it. When one loves a flower, they let it grow and water … Continue reading →

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Sometimes Life Just Sucks…

Posted on June 7, 2015 by russtowne

I hope this post brightens the day of anyone where this title is all too accurate lately. It stars my friend Hoozy Whatzadingle of Clyde and Hoozy Whatzadingle fame. He is having a bad day and night. That’s what happens … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Challenges, Dealing with Pain & Grief, Feelings/Emotions, Life, Love, Pain & Grief | Tagged , , , , | 6 Comments

The Open Window

Posted on June 2, 2015 by russtowne

The Open Window  I just opened a window.  In the space  Of a heart-beat Magic happened.  My senses  Are aroused  By sumptuous melodies  Of songbirds Singing so near  It seems  They’ve flown  Into my office  To share their gifts  With … Continue reading →

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