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Other Photos from Memorial Day Weekend
By Polly Castor on May 31, 2017Read moreThis post shows a bit of life around here on a holiday weekend. Nothing special in one way, but...
00Chihuly at the New York Botanical Gardens
By Polly Castor on May 30, 2017Read moreOn Saturday night over Memorial Day Weekend, I went to "Chihuly Nights" at the New York Botanical Gardens. We...
Bits and Clips for May 2017
By Polly Castor on May 29, 2017Read moreI hope you find something in the links below that is inspiring, transformational, intriguing, educational, beautiful, yummy, or motivating...
I Believe (Song by Carrie Newcomer)
By Polly Castor on May 28, 2017Read moreI believe in a good strong cup of ginger tea And all these shoots and roots will become a tree
Fresh Pea Soup with Mint (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on May 27, 2017Read moreThis soup is very easy and quick, but also delicious. It is perfect fare for cool spring days like...
Hillbilly Elegy (Book Review)
By Polly Castor on May 26, 2017Read moreDavid Brooks of the New York Times calls this book "essential reading for this moment in history." I agree,...
Two New Plein Air Landscapes in Pastel of New Pond Farm
By Polly Castor on May 25, 2017Read moreThe one above depicts the deep shade of the evergreen with the new leaves beyond in the sunken garden...
Chaparral Cactus and Succulents
By Polly Castor on May 24, 2017Read moreIf you are anywhere near Amarillo, this specialized nursery is worth a visit! I loved the cactus flowers, especially,...
Palo Duro Canyon Hike Photos
By Polly Castor on May 23, 2017Read moreWe stayed an extra day after the wedding to hike in the Palo Duro Canyon. The temperatures crested 100ºF...
Featured Artist Elaine Hazelwood
By Polly Castor on May 22, 2017Read moreAn amazing gardener, and an accomplished artist, she is also a kindred spirit with a sage heart.
Photos from Kallie and Kameron’s Wedding Day
By Polly Castor on May 21, 2017Read moreKallie and Kameron's wedding was lovely. There was so much joy and we all loved being together.
Kallie and Kameron’s Rehearsal Dinner Photos
By Polly Castor on May 20, 2017Read moreWe flew to Texas for the wedding of Kallie and Kameron. Kallie is a cousin in my husband's large,...