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October’s Bright Blue Weather (Poem by Helen Hunt Jackson)
By Polly Castor on October 14, 2020Read moreDon't you love the intense blue skies of October? So does this poet as expressed in this poem.
01Gallery and Studio Visit with Judith Reilly, Fabric Artist
By Polly Castor on October 13, 2020Read moreVisiting Judy was a highlight of our Vermont trip! We love her work!
This Beautiful Fantastic (Movie Review)
By Polly Castor on October 12, 2020Read moreWhen you want something endearing, undemanding, warm, quirky, and charming, I recommend this film.
Autumn in the Vermont Forest (New Abstract Landscape in Pastel)
By Polly Castor on October 11, 2020Read moreAfter days of hiking in Vermont forests, I painted this impression.
Hike in Moosalamoo National Forest (Photos)
By Polly Castor on October 10, 2020Read moreThis hike featured Lana Falls and a cliff walk. Check out these photos of a fun day in nature.
Walnut Crusted Scallops with Butternut Puree (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on October 9, 2020Read moreThese are yummy and a real treat!
Tree on Sunset Hill (New Plein Air Landscape in Pastel)
By Polly Castor on October 8, 2020Read moreIt was a pleasure to get to know this old soul.
The Talented Miss Farwell (Book Review)
By Polly Castor on October 7, 2020Read moreIf you are interested in art, crime, or compulsive behavior, you might enjoy this unique read. I give it...
Like a Fountain (Poem by Rainer Maria Rilke)
By Polly Castor on October 6, 2020Read morePour yourself out like a fountain...
Hike Around Taghkanic Lake (Photos with First Fall Color)
By Polly Castor on October 5, 2020Read moreThis hike was fun and gorgeous. Follow us around the lake via these photos!
Grace Notes #29 (with Photos)
By Polly Castor on October 4, 2020Read moreI am furthering my ongoing goal of appreciating such a continuous, overflowing abundance of random good.
Fruity Yellow Tomato Salsa (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on October 3, 2020Read moreThis fresh salsa is unique and delicious. Try it as a condiment over protein, or eat with a tortilla...