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Grace Notes #35 (with Photos)
By Polly Castor on July 13, 2021Read moreI am furthering my ongoing goal of appreciating such a continuous, overflowing abundance of random good.
40Books I Bought at the Newtown Library Sale 2021
By Polly Castor on July 12, 2021Read moreThis glorious library sale is a perfect example of the happy abundance that comes from having more with less.
Do the Mirror Exercise (with Polly Preaching #8)
By Polly Castor on July 11, 2021Read moreLove yourself on the basis of how excellently you are made, and what good God is working in and...
Zone (poem by Alfred K. Lamotte)
By Polly Castor on July 10, 2021Read moreWhy all this need to get out of your comfort zone?
Raspberry Streusel Muffins (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on July 9, 2021Read moreThese muffins are delicious and a bit sweet. They taste fabulous right out of the oven with a little...
Empathy (New Abstract Painting in Pastel)
By Polly Castor on July 8, 2021Read moreIt takes warmth, caring, and awareness to understand and share the feelings of another. This is what empathy is...
Decide that You Deserve True Friendship (Quote by Anthony Hopkins)
By Polly Castor on July 7, 2021Read moreStop showing up for people who have no interest in your presence.
Sunflower Sisters (Book Review)
By Polly Castor on July 6, 2021Read moreI enjoyed this sweeping Civil War-era novel that follows the story of three female characters, whose paths become intertwined...
Two New Abstract Paintings in Gouache
By Polly Castor on July 5, 2021Read moreBoth of these are worshipful paintings, contemplative and centered in the ephemeral that is right here before us.
Your Innocence Makes You Free (New Poem by Polly Castor)
By Polly Castor on July 4, 2021Read moreNestle on in, cozy and unconfined, without a burden in sight.
Pablano Fish Tacos (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on July 3, 2021Read moreThese healthy fish tacos are delicious and easy to make.
June Farmer’s Market Photos (Still Life Photography)
By Polly Castor on July 2, 2021Read moreSupport your farmer's market for beautiful, fresh, sustainable food. Here are some photo compositions to inspire you.