Tag Archives: Love

My Latest Book Just Released

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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A Novellette Is Born

I’m a happy, hopeful, and grateful man as I sit outside at about 9:45 PM, watching what appears to me to be a full moon ascend. It is silohuetting a redwood tree that is perhaps seventy-five feet tall. I’m smiling at … Continue reading

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Another Journey Into the Unknown

I have just cast off on another journey into the unknown down the Creative River. I have no idea how long this journey may be, where I’ll end up, or even if I’ll be able to complete it, but the … Continue reading

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My Old Friend Duke is Having a Very Bad Day

My Old Friend My old friend Duke is having a very a rough day. He collapsed and couldn’t get up this morning. I rushed him to the veterinarian. His red blood cell count is 18% of normal. The vet referred … Continue reading

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Love in Action

Love In Action My life changed forever Became so much better When I learned kindness and passion Are BOTH love in action. Love, Russ (c) Copyright 2016 Russ Towne All Rights Reserved

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I Got A Call Yesterday

I got a call yesterday from Denis Loiseau the songwriter who four or five years ago was the one who invited me to co-write my first song with him. We wrote several songs together and enjoyed working with each other … Continue reading

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My Illness this Week Reminded Me of My Old Friend

My Old Friend I’ve been ill this week and as usual my great dog Duke stand at my side the whole time (other than the occasional potty break.) That reminded me of a song lyric I wrote to honor Duke, our … Continue reading

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Love in Action

I love to see ever-increasing numbers of stories of children doing such heart-warming things. There is much to be hopeful about regarding the future. Love in Action With Love, Russ

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The Moon, Stars, and Rain, and Three Beloved Boys

I focus on squeezing as much joy out of each moment of each day and making as many pleasant memories for others and myself as I can. One of the traditions my oldest grandson, three-year old Thomas and I have … Continue reading

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Waxing Poetic

I’ve been on a poetic roll these last few days. If you’d like to experience my poetry, please check out my blog devoted to it at http://agratefulmanspoetry.com. A Grateful Man’s Poetry The titles of some of my recent creations include: “A … Continue reading

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