Month: December 2019
Happy 30th Anniversary to Us!
The fun part is we like each other more than ever and are grateful for each other every day.
Bits and Clips for December 2019
In these links and memes I hope you find something encouraging, supportive, thought provoking, inspiring, or educational…
Books and Handmade Gifts We Gave/Received for Christmas
Be sure to check out the last gift idea. What can you do for someone?
Family Christmas Photos 2019
Check out our photos of our family Christmas traditions, complete with links for our Christmas dinner menu.
Growing in Rocky Ground (Landscape Conceptual Painting in Pastel)
This painting is metaphoric about the triumph of a good attitude, and beauty of a victorious overcoming.
2019 Reading Challenge Complete
Check out the list of 62 books I read for my 2019 Reading Challenge, along with links to their reviews.
Overcoming the Herod Thought (New Poem by Polly Castor)
The Christ came to overcome the hubris of evil, then and now.
Pottery Fresh Out of the Kiln
Here are the most recent things that have come out of the kiln, available for gift giving, if you are interested.
The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street (Children’s Chapter Book Review)
This book would be a great gift for an elementary aged kid. Read it to someone you love, and you’ll both had a fun, worthwhile time.
Fall Semester of my High School Abstract Art Class
My high school abstract art class did great with pastel! Check out their work!
Polly’s Mom’s Yam and Cranberry Casserole (Recipe)
This special holiday side dish is easy but oh so yummy!
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (Movie Review)
Another good film about this quiet but strong role model, I recommend taking this one to heart.