Crocus at Last!
Now, almost all the snow is gone, and these beauties are adorning our lawn, more vigorous than ever. What joy these crocus sing of!
Polly Castor
The Winning Team (a new poem by Polly Castor)
I’m in the end zone rooting for the winning team.
I encourage and beckon those on the field
I’m in this Ridgefield Guild of Artists Show
As seen above, two of my tree series are in a show that opened last weekend at the Ridgefield Guild of Artists.
Simplicity by Richard Rohr (book review with quotes)
Both my husband and I enjoyed this book by Richard Rohr, who is a Franciscan Priest much appreciated by contemporary protestants of all stripes. He is calling Christianity to re-examine business-as-usual which I think is a terribly good idea.
Recipe: Tuna Salad (No Mayo)
This is NOT your grandmother’s tuna salad. Light and hearty at the same time, this no-oil salad is filling without being heavy.
Bits and Clips for March 2017
I hope you find something in the links below that is interesting, thought provoking, helpful, inspiring, fun, or enlightening…
House by the Bay (new abstract landscape in pastel)
This house by the bay is sourced deep in the recesses of my memory from pouring over too many Architectural Digest magazines as a kid.
The Last Word (Movie Review)
There were a couple laugh out loud moments here, and several endearing ones. I give this movie four stars.
I am Not Going to Waste It
I am going to use all my energies to develop myself, to expand my heart out to others; to achieve enlightenment for the benefit of all beings.
The Invention of Nature (Book Review)
This biography of Alexander Von Humboldt is brilliantly researched, pragmatically told, and wildly relevant. I give it five stars.
That’s Entertainment! (poem by Madora McKensie Kibbe)
Why entertain fear and doubt
when angels wait without?
Paintings at the Metropolitan Museum of Art
I spent an enjoyable day at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. I went to the Seurat exhibit, which also highlighted his pointillistic buddies.
Recent Food Around Here
I’ve been cooking a lot lately, as you can see here. I’ve been trying new things mixed with old favorites.
Beauty and the Beast (Movie Review)
Last Friday on opening night in a sold out theater, we saw the new version of Beauty and the Beast. It was fun and we enjoyed it.
Black and White Photographs of New York City
As promised, here are my recent black and white photos from last week’s visit to New York City.
Nice Article about our Older Daughter’s Work
Last week, St. John’s College in Annapolis, MD, where our older daughter got her undergraduate degree, put out a really nice article about her.