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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.
03Sunflower 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.
Frederick Douglas: Prophet of Freedom (Book Review)
By Polly Castor on July 1, 2021Read moreThis beautifully written, Pulitzer prize winning, detailed, and very long biography is a tour de force.
Bits and Clips for June 2021
By Polly Castor on June 30, 2021Read moreHope you find something (or many!) in the links, paintings, poems, photos, memes, or podcasts that's inspiring, helpful, informative,...
The Longer the Leap (Poem by Danna Faulds)
By Polly Castor on June 29, 2021Read moreI’m not here to muddle through, one tedious chore at a time...
Photos of June Hikes in Huntington State Park 2021
By Polly Castor on June 28, 2021Read moreTraipsing this special place this month, here is what I saw.
Just Like Me, Namaste, and the Golden Rule
By Polly Castor on June 27, 2021Read moreThere is a blessed commonality among people that we can support.
Obedience Can be Difficult (New Abstract Painting in Pastel)
By Polly Castor on June 26, 2021Read moreObedience to God can be an intense experience. I had this painting at a sharper, brighter, lighter, prettier place,...