Polly Castor
Ask Me a Question!
I can’t say I’ll answer everything, but I’m generally open, so we’ll see what you want to know. Should be interesting!
On Prayer (Poem by Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer)
On Prayer Today prayer is the silence in the snow-deep meadow. It’s the gurgle of the ice-choked river that cannot be heard unless I am completely still. Today, prayer is not to, it’s not for, it’s something I am more than something I do. Prayer is even the sound of the logging trucks on the … Read more
Easy Banana Nut Muffin Recipe
These are easy, delicious, light, and grain free, so perfect for your gluten free friends.
Two New Collages with Ink
Mostly here I am experimenting trying out my new inks together with collage.
The Way of Integrity (Book Review)
If you are suffering at all– what Dante calls the dark woods of error– you are out of alignment with your integrity, and may well benefit from reading this.
My Article is Featured this Week for Women’s History Month
It is fun to have this highlighted and to read again this blast from the past.
Destination Assured (New Pastel Painting)
This painting is about my deeply held belief that we all will arrive.
Fresh Water for Flowers (Book Review)
This book is one of the most unique novels I’ve read in a long time. It is about a cemetery caretaker, who interacts with gravediggers and undertakers.
Who is Behind the Driver’s Wheel? (Anne Lamott quote)
His profound sense of control, in the world and over his life, was just another addiction, and a total illusion.
Gingery Sweet Potato Stew with Kale (Recipe)
This wholesome vegan/vegetarian meal is wonderful for anyone who wants some healthy, audacious flavor.
Blessing of Courage (Poem by Jan Richardson)
You will know it
by the strength
that rises from within you
to meet it,
by the release
of the knot
in the center of
your chest
that suddenly lets go.
Lengthening Our Days (New Abstract Conceptualist Painting in Pastel)
At first, I thought of it literally about the days getting longer as spring approaches, but while I was painting, I came to see that it is also about “lengthening our days” in the longevity sense.
Bits and Clips for February 2023
I hope you find something here that inspires, educates, motivates, reassures, or interests you
Hike Photos from Huntington State Park (February 2023)
Here are my Huntington State Park hike photos from this month, mostly a smattering of not-very-cold ice studies.