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As Thyself (poem by Sandra Luerssen Hoerner)
By Polly Castor on November 13, 2018Read moreThen I knew I loved my neighbor even better than before, for now I loved him as myself and loved myself much...
42Boundaries (Poem by Lynn Ungar)
By Polly Castor on November 12, 2018Read moreWhose tune do you think the planets are singing as they dance?
Excessive Planning is a Form of Unbelief
By Polly Castor on November 11, 2018Read moreI did not design the human mind to figure out the future. That is beyond your capability. I crafted...
Recent Black and White Photos
By Polly Castor on November 10, 2018Read moreIronically, being hyper sensitive to both color and light means I also see value contrast everywhere, which is the...
Our Favorite Rub for Tuna Steaks (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on November 9, 2018Read moreSince guests repeatedly ask for this recipe (which by the way I created completely on my own) here it...
Xylem (New Abstract Painting by Polly Castor)
By Polly Castor on November 8, 2018Read moreXylem is an acrylic monoprint done in multiple layers that I went back into with a little bit of...
The Web (Chief Seattle Quote)
By Polly Castor on November 7, 2018Read moreWe did not weave the web of life; we are just a strand in it. Whatever we do to the...
Please Vote Today
By Polly Castor on November 6, 2018Read moreI vote for civility, integrity, diversity, equality, freedom of choice as well as freedom of speech and freedom of...
Renaissance National Pastel Show 2018
By Polly Castor on November 5, 2018Read moreEvery year the Connecticut Pastel Society hosts a national show titled Renaissance in Pastel. It is a juried show,...
Photos from Hikes in the Palo Duro Canyon 2018
By Polly Castor on November 4, 2018Read moreHiking in the Palo Duro Canyon is kind of a pilgrimage for us each time we visit Amarillo. This...
Photos of Derek and Kelsey’s Wedding
By Polly Castor on November 3, 2018Read moreDerek and Kelsey's wedding was beautiful. They seem to bring out the best in each other which is lovely...
Derek and Kelsey’s Rehearsal Dinner and Wedding Day Brunch (Photos)
By Polly Castor on November 2, 2018Read moreIn these photos here you can see Derek with his bride Kelsey at their rehearsal dinner, and get a...