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Mind the Present (George Macdonald quote)
By Polly Castor on May 16, 2020Read moreNever load yourselves so, my friends...
20Two New Pastel Paintings of the Spring Landscape
By Polly Castor on May 15, 2020Read moreHere I have captured some of the more fleeting stages of spring in the landscape. What a wonderful season!
Ambition vs. Dominion
By Polly Castor on May 14, 2020Read moreJesus was not ambitious. He was emphatic that he was to be about his “Father’s business.” It was not...
Fear (Poem by Kahlil Gibran)
By Polly Castor on May 13, 2020Read moreIt is said that before entering the sea a river trembles with fear...
A Plea for Donations to this Website
By Polly Castor on May 12, 2020Read morePlease help keep this site financially viable.
Indian Style Vegetable Curry (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on May 11, 2020Read moreThis keeper recipe tastes like the best of Indian take-out. Chop everything first, then this comes together quickly.
A Bouquet of Mother’s Day Flowers (A New Poem with Lots of Photos)
By Polly Castor on May 10, 2020Read moreFlowers! Such an abundance of beauty and gratitude and joy! Thank you to the Mother of all creation.
For Success in Life Seek Connection
By Polly Castor on May 9, 2020Read moreWhat looks like less connection can actually mean more, but regardless, connection is what is important.
Christian Science Founded by a Woman (Analogy by Edward Kimball)
By Polly Castor on May 8, 2020Read moreImagine yourself in hell, looking for a way out...
In Among the Leaves (New Impressionistic Botanical Painting)
By Polly Castor on May 7, 2020Read moreThis paint looks especially good on pillows, yoga mats, and face masks. Check it out in my merchandise link!
Braiding Sweetgrass (Book Review)
By Polly Castor on May 6, 2020Read moreThis mixes Native American values with scientific knowledge for a fantastic weave of environmental hope.
Advice to Artists (new Poem by Polly Castor)
By Polly Castor on May 5, 2020Read more...as the quality sky rockets and someday you'll arrive.