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Polly Castor

I work to amplify good wherever I find it. I love color, texture, beauty, great ideas, nature, metaphor, deliciousness, genuine spirituality, and exploring new territory. I encourage authenticity, nurture creativity, champion sustainability, promote peace, and hope to foster a new renaissance where we all are free to be our most fulfilled, multifaceted, and terrific selves. Read more here.

Whole30 for 120 Days (Four Month Update with Photos)

May 1, 2018May 1, 2018 by Polly Castor
Whole30 for 120 Days (Four Month Update)

You can see some of what we’ve been eating in the photos on this post, often served on pottery that I made myself.

Categories Food, Photography Tags gratitude, Virtue, Whole30 2 Comments

Recent Black and White Photos

April 30, 2018 by Polly Castor
Recent Black and White Photos

I am still studying the world in dark and light values, contrast, composition, and texture. Here in this post is the latest of what has caught my eye in this vein.

Categories Photography Tags black & white photographs Leave a comment

Expect Limitless Good (Edward A. Kimball Quote)

April 29, 2018April 29, 2018 by Polly Castor
Learn to operate according to the law of the divine Mind; learn to let this Mind be in you, for it is the Mind that means health and life and boundless opportunity and recompense.

Learn to operate according to the law of the divine Mind; learn to let this Mind be in you, for it is the Mind that means health and life and boundless opportunity and recompense.

Categories Ideas, Spirituality Tags advice, life lessons, Quotes 1 Comment

Bits and Clips from April 2018

April 28, 2018 by Polly Castor
Bits and Clips from April 2018

I hope you find something here the interests you, lights your fire, ups your game, makes you happy, or inspires you soul.

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Artichoke Pesto Recipe

April 27, 2018April 27, 2018 by Polly Castor
Artichoke Pesto Recipe

This delicious dip is nut-free, dairy free, and vegan– which most pestos are not– so everyone can eat it.

Categories Food Tags Recipes, Vegan, vegetarian, Whole30 1 Comment

The ‘Color Doctor’s’ Color Class

April 27, 2018April 26, 2018 by Polly Castor

Particularly fresh for me was the “color wheel of light,” where color mixes very differently than on the “pigment color wheel.”

Categories Art Tags education 1 Comment

Mindset (Book Review)

April 25, 2018April 25, 2018 by Polly Castor
Mindset (Book Review)

This is a wonderful book that I think everyone could benefit from reading. I give it five stars.

Categories Books, Homeschooling, Hope, Ideas Tags 5 Star Books, advice, Book Reviews, parenting Leave a comment

Be in Touch with Some Vital Interest

April 24, 2018 by Polly Castor
Be in Touch with Some Vital Interest

Life should be all living, and not merely a tedious passing of time; not all doing or all feeling or all thinking…

Categories Ideas Tags advice, authencity, Mindfulness, Quotes Leave a comment

Photos from my Earth Day Hike

April 23, 2018 by Polly Castor
Photos from my Earth Day Hike

The photos in this post show you what caught my eye. In particular, I found the reflections fascinating!

Categories Photography Tags Connecticut, Nature, reflections, spring 2 Comments

Some Links on Eco-Theology for Earth Day

April 22, 2018 by Polly Castor
Some Links on Eco-Theology for Earth Day

For Earth Day, here are some links to articles on eco-theology in the Christian Science periodicals for your prayerful consideration:

Categories Hope, Ideas, Spirituality Tags Christian Science, Prayer, reformation, Special Occasions, Spiritual Healing 1 Comment

Snootzelfruits (& Why We Created This Helpful Word)

April 21, 2018 by Polly Castor
Snootzelfruits

“Snootzelfruits” is a lot more fun than “shouting ‘what’ from other rooms”!

Categories Hope, Ideas, Spirituality Tags advice, life lessons, Memes Leave a comment

Practicing Direction (New Poem by Polly Castor)

April 20, 2018April 20, 2018 by Polly Castor
Practicing Direction (New Poem by Polly Castor)

at least
I’m wet,
exerting,
and not only
languishing about

Categories Poetry Tags Poetry by me 5 Comments

Two Abstract Compositions in Pastel

April 19, 2018 by Polly Castor
Building on Air (pastel) by Polly Castor

Here are my two most recent abstract paintings in pastel. Both were compositional experiments, with elements I’ll use again and others I won’t…

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Be You Faithfully (Jen Hatmaker Quote)

April 18, 2018 by Polly Castor
Be You Faithfully (Jen Hatmaker Quote)

Be more concerned about being honest than admired. Resist self-preservation & embrace revelation, because the world is looking for someone to tell the whole truth.

Categories Hope, Ideas Tags advice, authenticity, life lessons, Quotes Leave a comment

Grace Notes #12 (with Photos)

April 17, 2018April 17, 2018 by Polly Castor
Grace Notes #12

This is a periodic blog feature I call “grace notes.” It occasionally captures my jottings of incidental gratitude.

Categories Ideas, Photography, Spirituality Tags Family, grace notes Leave a comment

Carrie Moyer (Featured Artist)

April 16, 2018 by Polly Castor
Carrie Moyer (Featured Artist)

I have long been drawn to the paintings and monotypes of Carrie Moyer. I like the contrast between poured, transparent, flowing areas, and tight, opaque, crisp-edged shapes.

Categories Art Tags Abstract Art, Art by Others, Featured Artist Leave a comment

Life is (Peggy Freydberg Quote)

April 15, 2018 by Polly Castor
Life is (Peggy Freydberg Quote)

I looked at the sea. And in looking at it, all at once I saw the fact of it, the life within it…

Categories Ideas, Spirituality Tags life lessons, Quotes 1 Comment
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Reviews from Readers

I love this poem, Polly, and I shall read it often! I feel sure it will help lift my thought to healing.

Your blog is very interesting and insightful.

Wow! Love the abundance of exotic shapes and colours in the Autumn sunshine!

You are terrific and amazing. In many outstanding ways.

I appreciate your blog. It’s a breath of fresh air, beauty, and innovative thinking!

You are doing so wonderfully at praising God with your talents.

This is a beautiful summary and reminder of how we can both individually and collectively dissolve the powerless, baseless lies with Truth. Thank you, Polly!!

LOVE it. Made me smile while I was reading it.

AUDACIOUSLY GORGEOUS!!!!! (:

This is so well thought out and written. Thank you for this compelling essay. I agree with you on all points, Polly.

Hi Polly, loved this poem. It radiates hope and feeling of calmness. I am glad I came across these beautiful words. Keep posting similar reads and spreading positivity.

I’m so grateful for all you share with us.

I think one reason I enjoy your blog is that you Stand Forth In All Your God-given Glory, expressing everything Good!

Thank you so much for this thoughtful, informative and articulate book review, Polly!

I truly love and am inspired by your blog, including capturing the beauty of life in the moment, teaching by example, taking time with children, and spirituality.

Thank you for your ultra positive, upbeat, cheering and cheerful expressions in so many forms. What great seeds to sow in world thought!

Your blog has inspired me to get back into painting, cooking, prayer and meditation.

I love your Blog, Polly!! Therefore, I love you! Your art, your poetry, your philosophy, your religion, your book reviews, your photography, your … husband!

I get so happy when I see your paintings. I really do. They bring me such joy. I feel your heart when I see them.

I for one want to thank you so much for writing this blog. I started about a year ago and look forward to reading it every day. I feel like an armchair adventurer…

This blog is a daily dose from an spiritually-oriented, artist, thinker, sage.

I really enjoy reading your blog – but I have to say that your monthly ‘Bits and Clips’ posts and your ‘Grace Notes’ posts are my favorite :)

Oh my goodness Polly, this is absolutely magnificent and reaches so far deep into my soul.

Polly, your reflection of Soul’s endless creativity is truly wonderful! Thank you for letting the divine shine through you so brightly!

Thank you for revealing this idea you’ve been following. I can tell when an angel has tapped me on the shoulder–it feels light and right and fun.

It is always refreshing to see the loves, joys, challenges, and triumphs that you share on your blog.

Your food is presented in such an artistic way that it looks beautiful, wholesome and totally delicious!!

Oh how I love this! Thank you, thank you!

I am one of your readers who definitely looks forward to a positive message from you every morning. You grow people.

Beautiful and profoundly perfect for pandemic season, your poem empowers hope for what’s next. I plan to read it at Sunday Devotional. Thank you!

Your art is thrilling.

Your blogs are a delight.

Thank you for writing this opinion so eloquently, Polly. You have addressed many nuances that I have been espousing for years, and your words are powerful and thought-provoking.

Thanks so much for this recommendation Polly. We watched in awe … and have recommended in turn.

How blessed we are to have someone like you on this Earth.

Polly! I love this poem! Letting our true, authentic self come forth! Yes!! Thank you for all the delightful imagery!

Thank you Polly–you are always such a clear thinker and always willing to share your God-given gifts.

My mother adores your blog and speaks to me often about what recent nugget you shared which she thought was wonderful!

This is relevant and an excellent way for me to look at some situations I have been in recently.
Thank you Polly.
I will continue to benefit…

Thank you for Saying So Well What Needs To Be SAID!

Hoping others can/will read this…

This speaks to me. Love your work, Polly.

Thank you for this….I absolutely love reading it!

These are awesome. You have such a gift for photography…and for pastels…and for cooking…and for finding interesting books…and, and, and. Where does it end?

The Brussels sprouts were an exceptionally BIG hit here…. could you direct me to more literature on spiritual healing?

I want to express my gratitude to you for such a well thought out essay. I found it quite enriching and resonate with those true answers.

I look forward to your messages each day, like a delightful gift to unwrap.

Your zest for the good things in life makes me feel happy too!

Thank you for using this platform to share these references for listening & learning. Now the work required to make a lasting change is up to each of us! ❤️

This blog is upbeat, progressive, sincere, colorful, metaphoric, and exploratory. Such a rich feast!

Keep up the good work. You are an inspiration! I love reading your blog with it’s many insights.

Grace is a beautiful quality and you exude it in spades – thanks so much for all you do and are! You are a treasure!

Graciously and lovingly spoken, like a true friend to all. Thank you for your blog Polly.

Thank you, Polly, for bringing clarity to the stressful events we’re experiencing. Your insights are thought-provoking and inspirational. I’m very thankful for your blog.

I love that you live such an active life, have so many interests, and share your insights with me. Your blog is like a conversation with a dear friend.

Everything on your site is so colorful, spiritual and alive!

Beautiful photos. It is uplifting and energizing to see such bright, cheerful, healthy and fresh images. Thanks, I needed that!

Polly lets her spirituality into her art as you can see in the many abstract paintings she creates. We were wowed by her ability and her encouragement of others to express themselves artistically.

Polly, thanks for “amplifying good”. That’s what you really do!

That definitely sounds like a book I’d like to read! Thanks Polly!

It’s a rare inspiration that can uncover an aching joy — but those poems do that. Thanks for sharing this with us.

I never before found computers this beautiful….

You are such an inspirational person Polly! I love everything you share with us – such a joy to have your daily input in my inbox! X x x

Illuminating thoughts, thank you for sharing them. Very clear.

I read and feel the security of the hearth and home. Many thanks…

When I open my email in the morning I read all the have-to emails first; I save yours to read as dessert. Thanks, Polly!

I’m grateful for you opening my eyes to the wonders that surround us.

Polly your blog is simply a marvelously enriching, thought provoking part of the daily wonders of life! I give thanks for you and the blog!

Thank you for sharing such a personal, and at the same time, universal, love of beauty.

I wanted you to know that I found the time I spent on your blog to be relaxing, refreshing, inspiring, and totally enjoyable.

Sounds delicious and simple! Two of my favorite adjectives!

This is such a beautiful and loving blog and feels much like your amazing dynamic spiritual art. You are proving and sharing truth in a precious, creative, encouraging, and heartfelt way. You inspire me!

Love the photos, as usual. You are a Creative Genius, Polly.

You show us how God’s love shines in all things. You are a blessing!

I did your 52 books challenge, and loved the structure that it provided to my selections. Doing it again this year too!

The colors are exquisite!!! Thanks for bringing so much beauty into our lives.

Thank you for sharing this.
Strange, nothing surprising here.
You are who you are.

Thank you for this exercise in balance, Polly. Helps a lot!

Thank you Polly for sharing those wise words! I heartily agree with them all now I have a bigger perspective on life.

Polly, please keep sharing these pages! I love seeing them. You inspired me to do the same thing.

I feel the joy and love of the color and thought in all your work! You are letting your light shine.

Thank you for all the inspiration you share so generously. I am deeply grateful!

What a breath of fresh air!! Thank you for your honesty, integrity and willingness to speak out for Truth and Justice!!!

What an incredible blessing and inspiration you are. Thank you so much for your beautiful heart!

Thank you for all your uplifting daily contributions, wherever form they take – photos, recipes, artwork, book reviews and smiley faces!

I just want to say that I have really been enjoying your blog! It gives me hope for the world…

Way to go on your artistic journey. You show great courage, humility, and such support for everyone around you.

This is absolutely magnificent. Bless your precious and beautiful soul for sharing this.

Polly, I’m grateful for you, your prayerful work, your blog, your art, photos, words and colors.

Amazing, Polly! A wonderful example of seeing the possibilities…creativity at its best.

The phrase ‘divine choreography’ is resonating with me. Bless you for sharing your inspiration with us all.

Today’s post was a Gift from God. Opening your email this morning truly lifted my Spirit. Thank you.

Thank you for the joy you share. I look forward to reading your posts!

Quite unforgettable. You truly have a way with words:warm; strong; inviting; enlightening; so substantive, and more.

Wow!! I cannot wait to try this recipe! Thank you!

Yummy and beautiful! I love all the colors and this food looks amazing! The plates too!

Thank you for bringing your hydrangeas into my home via the internet. Other flowers are lovely too, but hydrangeas are SPECIAL.

WOW! Polly! Some truly marvelous work there!!!

Wow…you have made carrots sexy!

Outstanding, superb and beyond all imagination.

Your blog is full of the wonderful, multilayered colors and textures that you play with, and share so unselfishly with the world.

I have so enjoyed your recent posts– about your garden, your reflections about parenting, your vibrant artwork– so many wonderful expressions of Spirit.

I enjoy your blog so much. But today you are on top. Every thought you expressed so lovingly…. some very funny but always with love. Thank you for all you bring to so many .

Thank you for sharing the joy of your trip with us. I feel blessed this morning to know you in all the ways you reveal good and magnify it.

Wow, super powerful and definitely what I needed to hear today.

I really enjoyed this book, thanks for recommending it.

I love your swirling universes, the spirals that draw one in and introduce us to ourselves.

Just a wonderland of possibilities and ideas and the materials to explore and discover. What a beautiful, exciting place! I’ve taken all this glory into my heart today and am grateful for it.

Your multiple images and vocabulary choices give energy and renewed resolve to flagging spirits. Thank you for sharing.

Your eyes are keen and your photographs dynamic.

I love this poem! Letting our true, authentic self come forth! Yes!! Thank you for all the delightful imagery!

Absolutely beautiful!!! I love these particular colors together and the different styles and techniques really give it a lot of depth and texture. Brilliant!!!!

This blog is colorful, beautiful, and edifying.

You capture so vividly the beauty of nature. Thank you for bringing such beauty into my every day.

I so enjoyed your trip blog. The outstanding photos and the amazing narratives made me feel I was on vacation for a few minutes each day.

This is a fantastic article Polly…so much in it, I know I’ll have to re read it at least twice more!

Thank you so much for this wonderful insight! You put into words what I have been grappling with for a long time. This is just what I needed today.

I must find the higher spiritual path that nature often helps me see. Thank you for this beautiful poem.

You are so incredibly sweet, gracious, kind, thoughtful, creative, generous, joyful, witty, courageous, tender, persistent, compassionate, brilliant, articulate, ad infinitum!

You encourage me to grow with your everyday wisdom and your lovely contributions.

A powerful message. Thank you for getting it out there.

Beautiful photos! All that color, texture & gorgeous pattern….

Thank you Polly!! This has needed to be said for a while!

Magnificent poem. How blest you are to be a poet, photographer, artist, metaphysician, all wrapped up into One.

Beautifully written, Polly … captures my sentiments exactly.❤️

Wow Polly!! You are buzzing with ideas.

Wonderful words of wisdom, Polly!

Perspective is everything – and choosing a liberating one blesses everyone, as you point out!

Thank you for introducing me to wonderful, amazing authors.
Love the pictures of your elegant flowers.

Really enjoyed your poem on Animal magnetism. Very clear truths. Thank you. Your vibrant art work is superb.

Polly, I needed you today and there you were and it was enough. Thank you for being a motivator.

I have tremendous admiration for your strength, your depth, your compassion, your passion and your love. You are a woman deeply filled to the brim…

Oh my gosh how did you know I needed this today? I am in absolute awe of your thorough and articulate way you describe how all of this works.

I’ve just finished this book and I loved it! Thanks for recommending it.

What lovely Soul-inspired insights! Thank you for these great ideas!

Your blog is uplifting and enlightening, and seems to speak to me just when I need it most.

Your work is always spirited and inspirational.

Providing us with wonderful refreshment, enlightenment, peace, encouragement, joy,
and a whole lot more. Thanks, Polly!

I LOVE YOU!!

You amuse-inspire-edify-entertain-inform-uplift-enhance-educate-color!-…my days!

Your photos are so vivid and expressive and inspiring and artistic and alive!

Yes, lots of good flavor triggers in there. I printed it out and will try it. Thanks so much!

Thank you for bringing to light and sharing an undeniably important part of the one stupendous whole we all share…the countless ways beyond sight, and not to be missed, always at hand.

The last day of the month on your blog is always a BIG treat . . . This morning I went from fasting to feasting . . .

Your blog captures a life well lived, constantly imparting good– truth, health and happiness– including beauty, harmony, art, science to the world.

I loved this post! It gave me much to think about. Thank you for being such a beautiful and prolific source of inspiration. You are a wonder! I’m a fan!

Yes indeed! You are a shining light and you are definitely using all your wonderful talents

Polly, I love your poem “you were never unwanted”. This poem really hit home. Thank you for your words of wisdom

Loved your plein air painting, the pictures of the garden plenty — oh wow. Love opening your blog each day — it is a treat that I save sometimes.

Thank you for focusing in on and capturing the little things we so often pass by and/or take for granted.

Love the poem so so much and the first painting with the trees is INCREDIBLE!!

So beautiful, Polly. Thank you for spelling out – through such artful means – the beauty of patience.

I am grateful for the myriad ways you celebrate Life in your art, activities and relationships. Your blog is inspiring in its magnification of Soulful goodness!

I salute you! And I sure do thank you for inspiring me to greater efforts along all lines of life!

Thank you for your burst of sunshine reflected in your positivity this morning… I look forward to your blogs.

I am touched by this well thought out, well written essay. You have put into words what so many of us have in our minds and hearts. Thank you!

I recently I recommended your blog to a friend saying, “She’s like a dear friend, she just doesn’t know me.” Thank you for all the delight you add to my days!

Love your blog. Today’s was dynamite, and very helpful for understanding our role as individuals at this time.

Thank you for sharing this quote. It is very appropriate for our times. A beautiful wake up call to change our thinking and focus on what is real and true.

What a stunning place! It is just a slice of heaven. Thank you for sharing its beauty.

Excellent. Thank you for sharing this welcome thought to redirect today’s thinking.
I am grateful for this blog.

Your poem feels like a lesson, a treatment, and a love letter all rolled into one perfect package.
Thank you, Polly.

Thanks for your strong, bright and clear art work!

I have to tell you that your spiritual to-do list was the springboard for a great talk with my older daughter. We are going to check on each other, and progress.

I loved this book, Polly. Thank you so much for the recommendation.

Thank you for your efforts. I look forward to your positive thoughts and love.

Love your pastels!

The Spirit at work is so well described here. In between the lines I read that
our only true peace is in pleasing Our Creator! Thank you deeply, Polly!

Your reading challenge has inspired me and given me permission to read again, as previously I had just fitted reading round everything else. Now it is a legitimate activity in my life and I am enjoying it immensely!

Helen Frankenthaler’s works were interesting, but I like your abstracts better.

Thanks, Polly, for listening so carefully and sharing so selflessly.

Thank you Polly, for saying what needs to be said.

Thanks for sharing from the seat of your soul with generosity and openness.

Very helpful in these seemingly uncertain times. I found a couple of specific ideas expressed here that apply to a specific situation in my life. Thank you!

How blessed we are to have someone like you on this Earth.

Thank you for bringing your beautiful great outdoors into my world.
You do a great job taking pictures. The colors are so vibrant and I like that you notice
shadows.

I just had to comment on today’s blog. I LOVED it! I have had similar thoughts for some time.

Well said Polly!

Life is so exciting we should limit ourselves less!

Let’s all have a productive day and be joyful!

Outstanding message! And a sure “wake-up” call for me regarding mortal decline. I’m off on a refreshing direction. Thanks, Polly.

Wish I had gotten this message 75 years ago. It makes so much sense and would have saved me a lot of self criticism. I love your blog.

I always appreciate your reviews. Our fave film in 2019 was The Green Book – which we watched following your recommendation.

I LOVE THIS BLOG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Your photos have opened my eyes to the beauty surrounding us everywhere.

Your site is bolstering my creative thoughts. I need to put them into action.

All of your work is eye and mind popping. I love it!

So beautiful and I have shared it with so many others. Thank you!

Without a doubt my life has been enriched and uplifted by my acquaintance with you through your blogs. Every day I look for the interesting ideas you amplify and the lovely arts you share with us. I am never disappointed.

I love your blog! I shared it with my mom, an artist, and she is impressed with your art. I’ve also spent time studying your paintings. Just listened to your interview, it was stellar! Thank you!!

I have just started this book and am really loving it! Thank you so much for recommending it.

I enjoy your strong, bold artwork– there is so much going on in them that my imagination takes off. I really appreciate your blog. It brings joy every day.

Oh yum, Polly… These gorgeous photos made my mouth water and my eyes pop!

You brighten my life with your thoughts, views, words, pictures….

You share so freely, with so so so much love and joy and an open-open-heart…

With its awesome art, recipes, book reviews, and really excellent writing, this blog is the perfect corner of the internet.

This is spectacular, Polly! I love it!

Thank you for expanding my ways to see, Polly.

You are such an inspiring person, Polly, and I love the variety of your activities you share with us all! Thank you so much.

I feel such gratitude for the beautiful way in which you express God. Thanks for blessing my life and being such a shining light in the world!

Thank you so.much, Polly. It says with abundant clarity what thousands upon thousands of thoughtful men and women think and believe. I appreciate you!!

Every day I look forward to your blog. It’s encouraging me to find ways to express what God reveals in me.

Just beautiful, Polly. So honest and uplifting. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, and the helpful ones of others.

Love all you do and express. You’re an amazing role model!!

Synesthesia! I can taste the yellows and hear the oranges! A feast to the senses! Brava talented Polly

A wonderful poem Polly! Thank you. Deeply nourishing…. like a bird, natural and beautiful, just singing out truth in her special song on a fine winter morning.

Thanks for the nudge!

You continue to inspire, impress, and
amaze me, Polly.

This blog is really stimulating and motivating.

I think you have covered absolutely every way anyone would wish to be blessed

A wonderful poem Polly! Thank you. Deeply nourishing….

I did your tomato tart a few days ago, and it was fabulous! I am vegetarian and look for meals I can make that have lots of flavor. Your tart was just perfect!

I am a silent regular reader of your daily blog, and I’m finally in touch to tell you how much I like it. I love it!

I love your website, messages, poems and art. Thank you for the blessing of community that you provide.

Putting the art of poetry, photography and painting into your hands is God’s gift to us who get to read it and see it. Thanks.

These thoughts you shared are a keeper for me to revisit when in need. You are a blessing to many!

Thank you for sharing yourself and creativity in such a transparent way, it is very inspiring and humbling to me.

This blog is so prolific and original, inspiring and joy producing.

Thanks, Polly! Your zest for the good things in life makes me feel happy too!

Thank you for your commitment to reality and our true nature!

Polly this is absolutely exquisite and so inspiring. I will refer to it often.

I made your fabulous Fish Tacos and they were BEYOND delicious!!

Love your blog’s colour and joyfulness and the inspiring leads, Polly. Easy to see why you are much loved. Thank you.

I find the ideas you share on your blog very encouraging in having a sense of order when it comes to goals and priorities.

I love the feeling of playfulness and of uninhibited joy.

You inspire goodness, wholeness, contentedness and joy.

When you get famous, I need to be the president of your fan club.

Wow. Yes, quite something to contemplate. Thank you, Polly!!

Thank you for the insight. Especially separating church from a building or denomination. The passion and joy of color in your paintings is marvelous.

Thank you for passing along such wise words.

Wow! What a stunning collection of gorgeous images and though-provoking quotes. They made my day.

This couldn’t possibly be more perfect, – so reassuring, and so fully expresses in every way what we all are praying for. Thank you for your a beautiful heart and generous giving of it!!

Polly always captures the balance between what I can do, and all the miracles I am given.

Thank you sincerely for your joyful out-pouring of love, light, color, comforting, inspiring words…

Thank you so much for your fantastic, soulful images– your photos really capture the love, joy, camaraderie, power, and intensity of the present moment.

You are an inspiration to me, and I’m sure to many others. With appreciation for all you do to magnify good!

Glorious! Thank you for tending these lovely flowers together, and for posting on your blog, Polly.

Polly, what amazing and timely insight in these wise words! Thanks for sharing this wisdom.

These photos are so wonderful, it really warms the heart.

Deep and encompassing. Passionate and motherly. Loving and expansive. The photos speak volumes too…and I see the connections with the poem perfectly.

Thank you for your efforts. I look forward to your positive thoughts and love.

Lovely Polly! You are an inspiration! I am so happy to have your blog in my life!

I just love your photos, Polly. Whether it’s food or art or nature . . . They are always so beautiful and interesting and full of life !

What a beautiful spirit you have, shining right through your source.

Neat! Love the black and white contrasts enhanced by the light.

I’m new to your site and I love today’s post about being grateful!

I just adore all of your wonderful posts and everything that you share so generously. ????? You have a beautiful sense of soul that you share – it blesses me and so many!

Thank you for your generosity and your overflowing sense of soul which you share so beautifully and articulately with everyone!!

Once again, you have come through for us with such clear and coherent thinking and put into words the feelings in our hearts.

That’s all very helpful for me today, Polly. Thanks for going deep on this. I’m sharing your joy in our Source.

Thank you for the constant good thoughts and beautiful expressions of love and joy that you share on your blog.

Polly, you are a whiz at living life the way it’s meant to be. I’m fascinated by all you do!

Thank you Polly for your radiant joy and embrace of each of us, wrapping us in your color and beauty of Soul.

I love your coffee cake recipe, I have a book list from your blog, I love the photos, the poems, the paintings, the movie reviews, the humor, the honesty, the color.

Polly, I am absolutely amazed. My mouth was watering! I’ll be thinking about it all night…and tomorrow we will break out the paints!

Gorgeous new work. I love the vitality of the city scenes and vibrant color palette.

Thank you Polly for this article on supply! I cherish the healing thoughts therein very much, and they are very helpful.

Such a complete radiance of Soul you are demonstrating. I find it very inspiring!

Polly, your wonderful blog is doing more than its bit in this dreadful time. Thanks, and keep on keeping on!

What an inspiring and uplifting painting. Thanks for sharing your inspiration with the world!

Polly….I’m happier because of you; I sure do thank you.

I’m so grateful to be able to enjoy all you so generously share on your blog, the colorful photos, the recipes, the art works, the insights, the book reviews and so much more!

Well done Polly, I love your book reviews! Please carry on the good work of guiding our book choices.

Your posts are treasure troves of your beautiful and giving heart.

Love these colours and the strong contrasts Polly!

Thankful every morning to see another treasure from you in my emails !

I am so happy to have found your site and to be able to enjoy your expression of Spirit! Love your poetry, your photos, your ideas, your …YOU! THANK you for sharing so abundantly!

I have been blessed beyond words by your daily posts. I often quote you to others, saying I got the idea from a wonderful friend I’ve never actually met.

Polly, you have such a great feel for things. I will enjoy you forever.

WONDERFUL blog, Polly! Thank you for your spiritual calm, support for each of us, uninhibited creativity, and amazing paintings. I am just left in awe !

Your abstracts are interesting and you have a unique style that is all your own. Original, demonstrating individuality and confidence! I see joy and love expressed.

Thank you! I enjoy reading your notes from the Bible Lesson. Your interpretation is helpful for my thought and I’m sure many others.

Thank you very much, Polly. You are a bright light!

This poem is what I needed to further focus on moving out of the fear of COVID.❤️

This is absolutely beautiful and so incredibly helpful and inspiring! Thank you so much! ❤️

Yes, healing does happen when we deeply and humbly pray. Thanks for keeping that idea alive.

Polly, I just love your spirit, innovativeness, receptivity to beauty and to God’s goodness expressed. Thank you for your blog.

This is absolutely wonderful and so helpful.

Thank you dear Polly!

I love the photos – such a gift which makes me feel closer to Fall, my favorite season.

Absolutely stunning, Polly. I love the infinite range of ideas, expression, and media in this BIG blog of yours.

I appreciate the joy, inspiration, and great information you provide us in your blogs.

This blog deeply resonates while being beautiful, delicious, inspiring, and fun. Not easy to do!

What a delight to experience the beauty of nature you shared of your slice of the world through these beautiful photos.

Really beautiful, very hope filled. I love this!

Well Done! This is such a wonderful venture. Your work is just extraordinary!

You are … just plain wonderful, Polly! Your blog is bursting with poetry, art, writings, love of God, family, friends, all things great and wonderful and good!

Excellent post, dear Polly! Thanks!! There is lots that I relate to in your comments!

This is one of the BEST explanations of one’s understanding of God I have seen in a long time. The image paired with the text was spot on!

What a fine piece! You certainly are a shining example….[it] was uplifting and instructive.

Love this– actually so “timely” for what I have been thinking about lately.

Oh so beautiful! I keep coming back to look at the paintings again.

You are my favorite artist. I just have to say it. Your paintings make me so happy.

Love your blog. Today’s is dynamite and very helpful to viewing our role as individuals at this time.

We are so blessed with your access to nature and your talent to communicate visually….

This blog is simultaneously simple and profound– a perfect, balanced combination of seriousness and light.

Thank you for your transparency of love, your generous sharing of what you are pondering and doing.

You have a great eye for beauty Polly. I love your blog.

Thank you for this. Read it. Gave me hope. Going through an “unsure” time. Thank you for these words of strength, hope, and faith.

I can’t tell you how helpful this has been to me today. I must’ve read it half a dozen times or more. It’s helping me with a great challenge. Thank you!

Wow, you outdid yourself this month with your Bits and Clips. It was a wonderful mix of beauty, humor, and thoughtfulness.

Excellent, meaningful, quotes. Thanks!

Your inspiration and love of nature is appreciated!

I am simply amazed at the wealth of beauty, soul, and experience. Love it. Love you! Thank You for sharing your innermost so openly.

I am so totally impressed with your photography, poetry, and painting.Your talent is incredible!!!

I am so grateful for your generous sharing of ideas across so many different fields! Your colorful art, your beautiful photography, your tasty looking and well presented dishes, your uplifting ideas, your insightful book reviews, and your wonderful healing work! You truly are a polymath!! I so look forward to your daily offerings and rejoice in them all.

Butter! Lemon! Garlic!

It’s like a prayer!!!

You are such a gem Polly- it is an incredible blessing to daily read your blog!

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