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“Where a Hippo Flies”

I’ve just decided to publish a book of poetry for young children titled: Where a Hippo Flies Poetry for those See the World through Young Eyes It will include several of my rhyming story poems and perhaps two or three … Continue reading

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The Devil’s Dance

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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A Beautiful Blessing

What a beautiful blessing That each sunset’s delight Brings the glorious birth Of another new night! — Russ Towne If you enjoyed this poem I invite you to check out eight other new ones I wrote and posted at A … Continue reading

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Five Days in Paradise

In case you were wondering why some of my most recent poems were about the ocean and nature, it is because My Beloved and I were on a mini-vacation at our favorite B&B. It’s very close to the beach and … Continue reading

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What Do Waves, Games, Heroes, Pack Mules, and Shopping Have in Common?

They are all the subjects of some of my latest poems which can be found at A Grateful Mans Poetry With Love, Russ

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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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Poetic Choices

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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Last Dance

(Genesis: When I saw two falling leaves swirl around each other as they fell to the ground, they reminded me of two lovers dancing.)   Last Dance They clung tightly Knowing when they leapt It would be forever Flirted with … Continue reading

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The Open Window

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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The Kind of Friend I Want to Be

The Kind of Friend I Want to Be One day I found I had false friends It broke my heart and I blamed them But blaming those I couldn’t count on Taught me nothing and I was wrong I had … Continue reading

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