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Reframing (New Poem by Polly Castor)
By Polly Castor on June 17, 2021Read moreWhen something challenging is going on, remember to always reframe it for joy.
50Plein Air Paintings from the PSME Retreat (2021)
By Polly Castor on June 16, 2021Read moreHere are some of the paintings we painted in plein air on our retreat last week in Maine.
PSME Plein Air Retreat Photos (Boothbay 2021)
By Polly Castor on June 15, 2021Read moreI had an absolute wonderful time in this place with these people.
Hendrick’s Head Beach at the Golden Hour (Photos)
By Polly Castor on June 14, 2021Read moreThe wonder of these images of this beach in Maine is natural light, color, texture and form.
The Worse Thing We Ever Did (Poem by Chelan Harkin)
By Polly Castor on June 13, 2021Read moreA good poem about God with rhododendron photos...
Birdwatching (Poem by Lynn Ungar with recording by me)
By Polly Castor on June 12, 2021Read moreSweet poem about bird watching...
Fish Baked in Tahini Sauce (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on June 11, 2021Read moreThis Palestinian dish is a welcome fresh take on fish, resulting in succulent, savory meal.
Doodles in my Artist Journal
By Polly Castor on June 10, 2021Read moreI love the release of doodling in my artist journal, where the outcome is a surprise and the path...
How to “Grey Rock” a Narcissist
By Polly Castor on June 9, 2021Read moreThe term grey rocking may stem from the durability, dispassionateness, and longevity of a simple grey rock, but I...
New Pond Farm Art Show 2021
By Polly Castor on June 8, 2021Read moreI'm happy to be in this art show benefitting New Pond Farm. Check out the video of me too!
Strawberry Salsa (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on June 7, 2021Read moreThis salsa is a refreshingly new take on an old classic, and particularly good with fresh, in-season strawberries.
Recent Pages in my Bible Lesson Study Journal
By Polly Castor on June 6, 2021Read moreHere are my most recent jottings and notes in my Bible study journal.